GBSB Ep6 Inspiration: Fabrics for Little Makes
Tutus, cuddly creatures and superheroes inspired our favourite fabrics and sewing ideas from Kids Week on The Great British Sewing Bee.
Difficulty: Intermediate
Sizes: US 0-20 (approx. UK 6-20 based on our size chart)
Please always check the pattern size chart and finished garment measurements.
Description
The Pietra Pants & Shorts offer a comfortable yet stylish combination with a high waist and elastic back. They feature elongating panels in the front, slanted hip pockets, and a hidden waist stay. You can choose from four leg styles, including wide legs in full or cropped length (View A), slim and tapered legs (View B), or gently flared shorts (View C).
Suggested Fabrics
This pattern can be made with a variety of fabrics depending on the desired effect. For a more defined shape, use structured wovens such as linen, chambray, or lightweight denim or twill (heavyweight wovens may create too much volume at the elastic waist). For a swishy, glamorous look, use rayon challis, tencel, or silk.
Notions
2” (50mm) wide elastic (1 yd / .9m), Lightweight non-stretch fusible interfacing (.25 yd / .25m), Polyester thread, Marking tool
Delivery & Returns
Processing Your Order: We aim to dispatch all orders within 1-2 working days. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your order is handled with care and sent out promptly.
UK Delivery:
Royal Mail Tracked 48 - 2nd Class Delivery: This is our standard Royal Mail service. Delivery is typically estimated at 2–3 working days from dispatch, although times can vary.
Royal Mail Tracked 24 - 1st Class Delivery: A faster Royal Mail option, typically estimated at 1–2 working days from dispatch. Please note that this is not a guaranteed next day service.
Courier Delivery: We offer a courier service via Parcelforce for customers requiring a faster delivery option. We aim to dispatch eligible orders placed before 1pm on the same working day, but this cannot be guaranteed. Courier delivery is generally expected on the next working day following dispatch. Orders placed on Friday may not be collected until the following Monday. This service is tracked.
We process orders Monday to Friday, so weekend orders begin processing the following Monday.
We deliver worldwide - view our full list of international destinations.
All delivery times are estimates and may be affected by circumstances outside our control once your parcel has been handed to the delivery provider.
We want you to love your order! If you’re not completely happy, you can return items within 28 days of receiving your order.
Please note that fabrics are cut to order, so a restocking fee may apply. Some items are non-returnable except where faulty or not as described.
Closet Core Patterns - Pietra Trousers & Shorts Pattern is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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