PDF Pattern - Paula trousers & shorts | Notches
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- PDF Files AND Print Service = Same as above AND A0 printed pattern sheets are posted to you.
Note: The print service does not include printing of the instruction pages.
Paula is your go-to pattern for a timeless yet playful pair of trousers or stylish summer shorts. With her high fitted waist, front pleats, and tapered legs, she brings just the right amount of volume and structure. You can sew Paula with or without side seam pockets — add welt pockets on the back for a tailored twist. The shorts version makes her an all-season essential. No zipper fly required, the side invisible zipper keeps things sleek and easy to sew.
Paula has a high-rise waist with a shaped waistband for a perfect fit. She’s designed to be very roomy around the hips thanks to front pleats and tapers towards the ankle, with an extra dart at the hem to highlight her unique balloon shape. The waistband is non-stretch and closes with an invisible side zipper.
SKILL LEVEL: Adventurous Beginner - Intermediate
SIZING: EU 34 - 62 / UK 6 - 34 / US 2 - 30.
Click here for the Size Chart and here for the Finished Measurements.
Click here for the Fabric Requirements & Notions.
RECOMMENDED FABRICS:
Paula works best in fabrics that have the perfect balance between structure and drape. Think thin jacquard, gabardine, seersucker, lyocell denim, heavier viscose or cupro twill. With structured fabrics that do not drape, the pleats will stand out more, creating a slightly poofier silhouette, which is totally fine if you like that look. Fabrics that drape will fall more closely to the leg.
Want to try Paula in a knit fabric like French terry? That’s possible too! Just be sure to stabilise the waistband and the seams around the zip sufficiently to remove all stretch from the fabric in those areas.
This PDF pattern includes:
- All the pattern pieces and instructions to make at least 18 different variants.
- Layered PDF A4, A0, PROJECTOR. With and without seam allowance.
- E-book with written and illustrated step-by-step instructions.
- Cheat sheet for organising your sewing patterns
Print service: We print the A0 pattern version, which includes the seam allowance. Leave a note in your order if you prefer we print the pattern version without seam allowance, or you only want certain sizes printed.