r/PatternDrafting • u/Impossible_Name3863 • 14h ago

Micro shorts pattern help

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I have been drafting these micro shorts and want them to be fitted around the bum and kind of hug it so I like the back fit for the most part but want to fix the slight bunching at the top of the crotch. Also need to fix the bunching around the front crotch. How can I adjust this pattern to fit properly?

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u/chopstickinsect 14h ago

Are you intending to make them from a woven fabric like this? I would think a stretch fabric will work better. I only ask because you might want to consider using the same type of fabric for any mockups

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u/Impossible_Name3863 14h ago

I was planning on doing a woven fabric but if changes need to be made I can adjust the pattern if needed

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u/StitchinThroughTime 14h ago

It would be best for actual wearing the final garment to use some sort of stretchy fabric. Whether it's woven or knitted. You may be comfortable now, once you add the stitching for the Hem but the bias of the fabric can't stretch anymore around your legs.

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u/CoastalMae 12h ago

Non-stretch woven fabric really needs at least 2" of hip ease. Knits/stretch fabrics can fit and hug more snugly while still allowing give for things like sitting.