CHATAIGNE SHORTS • Pattern

By DEER & DOE, the Chataigne Shorts is a paper sewing pattern.

Garment Details: Shorts with inverted box pleats in two variations: regular waist and cuffs (version A), or high waist and scalloped hem (version B). Invisible zipper on the side.

Sizing: This is a multi-size pattern, including sizes 34 to 46. Sizing guide, finished garment measurements and fabric requirements can be found here.

Camille's measurements: 5'8" - 34½"/26"/39⅜"
Sara's measurements: 5'6" - 33⅞"/26"/39¾"

Fabric Suggestions: Gabardine, twill, denim, wool blends. Allow extra fabric to match stripes or plaids.

Fabric used for version A: Suede and
Fabric used for version B: Robert Kaufman cotton flannel. 

Trims required: Matching thread, 20” lightweight fusible interfacing and an 8” (version A) or 11” (version B) invisible zipper

Skill Level: The pattern is placed at a Level 3 out of 5, on the Deer & Doe pattern skill scale. The number indicated on Deer&Doe patterns and on the product pages correspond to your sewing experience level, on a 5-point scale:

1/ COMPLETE BEGINNER
2/ BEGINNER
3/ INTERMEDIATE
4/ ADVANCED
5/ EXPERT

Seam allowances are included in the pattern. 

The paper pattern comes packaged in an envelope together with a step-by-step assembly instruction in English and French.

Photo credits: Deer & Doe Patterns (Will and Joan).