Pattern Scout Nellie Joggers and Shorts

Buy the Nellie Joggers and Shorts sewing pattern from Pattern Scout. These high rise utility-style joggers or shorts feature a fly front closure, patch pockets, and an athleisure-inspired 'racing stripe' along the side leg. With flat front and back elastic facing waistbands, these pants offer a sophisticated spin on a classic, comfy style. You can dress them up with heels and a nice blouse or dress them down with a tee and sneakers.

Version A is an ankle length pant with an elasticised leg opening. Version B is a shorts style with a 5" (13 cm) inseam.

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

– PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF?

– PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop?

Suggested fabrics: Medium weight woven fabrics. For a more structured pant, use fabrics like linen or chambray. For a more fluid drape, use fabrics like tencel twill, viscose blends or rayon.

Fabric requirements: If using a directional print or pattern matching (with stripes, plaids, etc.), additional fabric may be required.

Version A (joggers): 45″ (115 cm) wide fabric: 2 1/2 - 3 1/4 yd (2.3 - 2.9 m) // 54″ (150 cm) wide fabric: 2 - 2 3/4 yd (1.8 - 2.5 m).

Version B (shorts): 45″ (115 cm) wide fabric: 1 1/2 - 2 yd (1.4 - 1.8 m) // 54″ (150 cm) wide fabric: 1 1/4 - 1 3/4 yd (1.1 - 1.6 m).

Sizing: US 0 – 30 (approx. UK 6 – 30). Please check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements.

Notions: Approx. 1 yd (1 m) of 20" wide fusible interfacing; 2 sew-on hook and bar closure sets; 1 nylon or metal lightweight zipper (#3); 2" (5 cm) wide elastic.

PDF pattern includes: Instructions; US letter/A4 print-at-home pattern (50 pages); A0 copy shop pattern (3 sheets) // Layers: Yes // Projector file: No.

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