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Diy: Scalloped Shorts

Simple and easy steps to make your very own scalloped shorts.

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/diy-scalloped-shorts-2 • Posted by anne jenamae a.

Create your very own scalloped hem shorts from your old pants. Just follow these easy steps.

You will need

Project Budget
Almost Nothing

Time

2 h 00

Difficulty

Nice & Simple
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Description

Create your very own scalloped hem shorts from your old pants. Just follow these easy steps.

Instructions

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    First, you have to gather all the things that you need.

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    Get your desired length of shorts add 4-6 inches and put a STRAIGHT mark. (Just like the arrow from the image) Then, above the mark draw half circles like in the image.

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    After you finish drawing the half circles. You can now cut it using your fabric scissors. It should look something like the image on the side.

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    get 2-3 inches and fold downwards & sew them together just above the fold.

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    It should look like this. Sew above the fold.

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    Last but not the least, get your clear nail polish.. and apply thin covers on the hemline, this is to avoid tearing of the fabric.

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    Repeat steps to the other side of the shorts and your finish.. You now have your very own Scalloped Shorts.