So it has been too long, I have no real excuses other than taking pictures is so time consuming that I never seem to fit it in so I haven't captured all the things I've been making recently.
I'll try better, promise.
Anyway, I recently ordered my very first Colette sewing pattern. I've heard really good things about them and have also been in search of a shorts pattern for summer, so when I came across this one I thought I'd give it a go.
Not only is it a really easy pattern to follow, but the fit is absolutely perfect too. I hardly had to alter it at all once I'd picked the correct size. I fall between two sizes so I often have to trace from the original pattern, onto pattern paper, to get a good line between the 12 to 14 size and this made a perfect fit for me.
Apologies for the goofy pictures, that unfortunately is just me.
They are so comfortable, and the fabric I used is a very lightweight cotton with a mint green background underneath the flowers. Perfect for summer. I'm definitely going to make some more, I'm planning on making a longer, knee length pair which will be more suitable for work, as well as some higher waisted sailor type shorts, so watch this space.
One more thing I will say about the Colette patterns is how good the instructions are. They are clearly laid out in a book with great illustrations to go with them, as well as links to on-line picture tutorials if you are a beginner. I've been reluctant to buy a Colette pattern as they aren't cheap and it is important to buy a pattern knowing you'll get good use out of it, but I'm really glad I have splashed out. I'm going to make millions of pairs of these shorts! Maybe even some nice tweed ones for winter!
