The Ellen Woven Short sewing pattern features a relaxed silhouette with an elastic paper bag waist. Front patch pockets double as belt loops, adding both function and detail.
Relaxed silhouette
Elastic waist
Front patch pockets create belt loops that sit on the paper bag waist
Fabric Suggestion
Linen, rayon, cotton or crepe.
Trims
Elastic for waistband 38mm (1.5") wide (refer to measurement chart for length)
Reviews (6)
6 reviews for Ellen Woven Short
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
D*****h(verified owner) – :
I made the Ellen shorts in a medium weight crinkle cotton, size 10, and added back pockets from Carlisle jeans pattern. The shorts are loose fitting, comfortable and cool for summer
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
j**y(verified owner) – :
Easy & fast shorts to make which adapt to the variety of materials I have used. I have made these in various sizes for family members & they always assemble easily & look great.
4 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
r************r(verified owner) – :
Really fun pattern to make but I did run into a little bit of trouble with the elastic. The pattern says to buy 38mm elastic, but the sizing on the elastic casing section is only 30mm in the size 10 which I wish I had checked before cutting and sewing my elastic to length, so maybe leave the elastic portion until later to be sure.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
j***n(verified owner) – :
What a fun and stylish pattern with the perfect amount of gathering, which is extremely flattering. I made these in a patterned Linen for my daughter (25), they are gorgeous and very much on trend.
The instructions were easy to follow.
I have just finished them and I now have a request to make another pair – Compliments to the Pattern makers.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
c********4(verified owner) – :
Smart linen shorts easy to sew. Loved the detail on the pockets and the description of gathering the elastic away from the tummy to reduce bulk.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
C*****a(verified owner) – :
I wore these pants all through summer – easy to make, and the pockets are generously sized. I really like the detailing on the belt loops. I shortened them quite a bit to suit my style. Great pattern.
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Garment Measurements & Fabric Estimate
Finished Pattern Measurements (cm)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Waist (With Elastic)
55.0
60.0
65.0
70.0
75.0
80.0
85.0
90.0
96.0
102.0
108.0
114.0
120.0
126.0
Hip
100.0
105.0
110.0
115.0
120.0
125.0
130.0
135.0
141.0
147.0
153.0
159.0
165.0
171.0
In-leg Length
12.0
12.0
12.0
12.0
12.5
13.0
13.5
14.0
14.5
15.0
15.5
16.0
16.5
17.0
Leg Circumference
64.7
67.3
69.9
72.5
75.6
78.7
81.8
84.9
88.0
91.1
94.2
97.3
100.4
103.5
Total Crotch (Under Elastic)
61.6
63.4
65.2
67.0
68.8
70.6
72.4
74.2
76.7
79.2
81.7
84.2
86.7
89.2
Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Waist (With Elastic)
21 5⁄8
23 5⁄8
25 5⁄8
27 1⁄2
29 1⁄2
31 1⁄2
33 1⁄2
35 3⁄8
37 3⁄4
40 1⁄8
42 1⁄2
44 7⁄8
47 1⁄4
49 5⁄8
Hip
39 3⁄8
41 3⁄8
43 1⁄4
45 1⁄4
47 1⁄4
49 1⁄4
51 1⁄8
53 1⁄8
55 1⁄2
57 7⁄8
60 1⁄4
62 5⁄8
65
67 3⁄8
In-leg Length
4 3⁄4
4 3⁄4
4 3⁄4
4 3⁄4
4 7⁄8
5 1⁄8
5 3⁄8
5 1⁄2
5 3⁄4
5 7⁄8
6 1⁄8
6 1⁄4
6 1⁄2
6 3⁄4
Leg Circumference
25 1⁄2
26 1⁄2
27 1⁄2
28 1⁄2
29 3⁄4
31
32 1⁄4
33 3⁄8
34 5⁄8
35 7⁄8
37 1⁄8
38 1⁄4
39 1⁄2
40 3⁄4
Total Crotch (Under Elastic)
24 1⁄4
25
25 5⁄8
26 3⁄8
27 1⁄8
27 3⁄4
28 1⁄2
29 1⁄4
30 1⁄4
31 1⁄8
32 1⁄8
33 1⁄8
34 1⁄8
35 1⁄8
Fabric Estimate
sizes
4-18
20-30
Width 148 cm (58")
1.25 m (1.50 yd)
1.50 m (1.64 yd)
Size Chart
Womens Size Charts
Please use the body measurements size charts below to determine your best size.
All Style Arc patterns are in Australian sizes.
Style Arc patterns are drafted for a B bust cup size and a height of 167cm (5'6").
Size Chart - CM
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (cm)
B. Upper Arm Girth (cm)
C. Bust (cm)
D. Waist (cm)
E. Hip (cm)
4
34.4
26.4
77
60
83
6
35.6
27.6
82
65
88
8
36.8
28.8
87
70
93
10
38
30
92
75
98
12
39.2
31.2
97
80
103
14
40.4
32.4
102
85
108
16
41.6
33.6
107
90
113
18
42.8
34.8
112
95
118
20
44
36
118
100
124
22
45.2
37.2
124
106
130
24
46.4
38.4
130
112
136
26
47.6
39.6
136
118
142
28
48.8
40.8
142
124
148
30
50
42
148
130
154
32
51.2
43.8
156.0
139.0
162.0
34
52.4
45.6
164.0
147.0
170.0
36
53.6
47.4
172.0
155.0
178.0
Size Chart - Inches
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (inches)
B. Upper Arm Girth (inches)
C. Bust (inches)
D. Waist (inches)
E. Hip (inches)
4
13.5
10.5
30.3
23.5
32.6
6
14
10.9
32.3
25.5
34.6
8
14.5
11.3
34.3
27.5
36.6
10
15
11.8
36.2
29.5
38.6
12
15.4
12.3
38.2
31.5
40.6
14
15.9
12.8
40.2
33.5
42.5
16
16.4
13.2
42.1
35.5
44.5
18
16.9
13.7
44.1
37.5
46.5
20
17.3
14.2
46.5
39.5
48.8
22
17.8
14.6
48.8
42
51.2
24
18.3
15.1
51.2
44.5
53.5
26
18 3⁄4
15 5⁄8
53 1⁄2
46.5
56
28
19 1⁄4
16 1⁄8
56
48.5
58 1⁄4
30
19 3⁄4
16 5⁄8
58 1⁄4
50.5
61
32
20 1⁄8
17 1⁄4
61 3⁄8
54 3⁄4
63 3⁄4
34
20 5⁄8
18
64 5⁄8
57 7⁄8
66 7⁄8
36
21 1⁄8
18 5⁄8
67 3⁄4
61
70 1⁄8
Size Conversion Table
ALPHA SIZING
AUSTRALIA
UK
US
FRANCE
ITALY
JAPAN
XXS
6
6
2
34
38
5
XS
8
8
4
36
40
7
S
10
10
6
38
42
9
M
12
12
8
40
44
11
L
14
14
10
42
46
13
XL
16
16
12
44
48
15
XXL
18
18
14
46
50
17
How Do I Know What Size I Am?
Choosing your pattern size is the most important step and we will help you determine this with these easy to follow steps.
When taking your measurements ensure that you take them against your skin and not over clothing. One can wear a comfortable bra and knickers whilst measuring, as this will provide you with the most accurate measurements.
Tape measure has to sit firmly around the points you are measuring. But be careful not to pull it too tight, as this will give you the incorrect size.
When measuring circumferences (B, C, D, E) it is important to note that the tape measure must remain parallel to the floor. It is sometimes best to take the measurements in front of a mirror; this will help you see the angle of the tape measure.
You will only require the basic body measurements to determine your pattern size which is indicated on our mannequin below:
A. Shoulder Breadth
Place the tape at the edge of the shoulder. Measure along the top of the shoulder blade/across the highest point of the shoulders to the other edge, following the natural slope and allow an extra finger for ease of any movement.
B. Upper Arm Girth
This point is taken as a circumference at your widest point of your upper arm.
C. Bust
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the fullest part of your chest.
D. Waist
This point is taken as a circumference and taken at the smallest part of your waist.
E. Hip
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the widest part of your hips.
Pattern Format Details
Pattern Format
Printed Pattern - Single-Size
Single-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address.
Multi-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper and single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, and also A0 paper sheets.
Single-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper AND single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. You get the size you order, PLUS the two closest sizes. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, not A0 paper sheets.
For more information on digital patterns click here.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
D*****h (verified owner) – :
I made the Ellen shorts in a medium weight crinkle cotton, size 10, and added back pockets from Carlisle jeans pattern. The shorts are loose fitting, comfortable and cool for summer
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
j**y (verified owner) – :
Easy & fast shorts to make which adapt to the variety of materials I have used. I have made these in various sizes for family members & they always assemble easily & look great.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
r************r (verified owner) – :
Really fun pattern to make but I did run into a little bit of trouble with the elastic. The pattern says to buy 38mm elastic, but the sizing on the elastic casing section is only 30mm in the size 10 which I wish I had checked before cutting and sewing my elastic to length, so maybe leave the elastic portion until later to be sure.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
j***n (verified owner) – :
What a fun and stylish pattern with the perfect amount of gathering, which is extremely flattering. I made these in a patterned Linen for my daughter (25), they are gorgeous and very much on trend.
The instructions were easy to follow.
I have just finished them and I now have a request to make another pair – Compliments to the Pattern makers.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
c********4 (verified owner) – :
Smart linen shorts easy to sew. Loved the detail on the pockets and the description of gathering the elastic away from the tummy to reduce bulk.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
C*****a (verified owner) – :
I wore these pants all through summer – easy to make, and the pockets are generously sized. I really like the detailing on the belt loops. I shortened them quite a bit to suit my style. Great pattern.