Megan Nielsen Harper Shorts and Skort

Buy the Harper Shorts and Skort sewing pattern from Megan Nielsen. Stylish and comfortable shorts or a pleated skort, Harper sits just below the natural waistline and features a modern fit, two lengths and a full lining.

Version 1 is a pair of shorts with curved patch pockets. Version 2 is a pleated skort with slash pockets which combines the comfort of shorts with the appearance of a skirt.

This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following format:

- PAPER (next working day dispatch on orders and FREE UK delivery over £50). These are the last paper copies of this pattern as it is no longer in print – catch them while you can!

Suggested fabrics: Medium weight fabrics such as denim, twill, poplin, broadcloth, linen, linen blends, suiting, gabardine, pique, and wool blends.

Fabric requirements: Additional fabric may be required to match patterned fabric.

Version 1: 150 cm (60") wide fabric: 1 m (1 1/8 yd) // 115 cm (45") wide fabric: 1.5 m (1 5/8 yd) // Lining: 0.8 m (7/8 yd).

Version 2: 150 cm (60") wide fabric: 1.9 m (2 1/8 yd) // 115 cm (45") wide fabric: 2.2 m (2 3/8 yd) // Lining: 1 m (1 1/8 yd).

Sizing: XS - XL (approx. UK 8 - 16, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Lightweight fusible interfacing; 20 cm (8") invisible zipper.

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