Quokka Half Elastic Waist Shorts PDF

Quokka Half Elastic Waist Shorts

These shorts are comfortable and cute. They feature a half elastic waist in the back and a flat front waistband. There is a side zipper for ease of putting them on but that is optional. There are also optional patch pockets for the front of the shorts. The rise on these shorts is to your natural waist. The Quokka shorts are great for any light to medium weight woven fabric.

Pronounced “kwaa-kuh”. It’s a cute little animal from Australia.
They don’t wear shorts much, but, when they do, this is their
favorite design. These are easy to wear and a real quicka sew.

Pattern sizing

This pattern comes in sizes 0-38 and you can find the size chart on the pattern or to the right of this description. If you need help grading the pattern from size to size be sure to check out my tutorial on that.

Printing the pattern

When it comes to printing the pattern, you have two options to choose from – the home printer version or the large format version. The home printer version is great for those who prefer the convenience of printing at home on standard size paper. Simply download the PDF file, ensure your printer settings are set to actual size, and print out the pattern. Your other option, the large format version is ideal for those who want to skip the taping of multiple sheets together. You can take the large format file to a local print shop or use an online printing service to have the pattern printed on a single large sheet. I like using PDFplotting.com.

Whichever version you choose, make sure to double-check that the scaling is correct before cutting into your fabric. Measure the test square. This will ensure that the pattern is being printed at the right size. Once you have your pattern printed, assembled (if necessary), and you are ready to start on your project.

This file is also a layered PDF so you can print just your size or print just a few sizes. You do not need to print all of the sizes.

You will get both print files with this download. The Letter/A4 version and the A0 large format version.

If you need guidance on how to print your pattern check out the tutorial below.

Materials Required:
  44” wide fabric:
    Size 0-18: 1 1/4 yards
    Size 20-38: 2 yards
  Some interfacing for the waistband
  2 feet of 1.75” wide elastic
     (You can narrow wide elastic by cutting it)
  Zipper: 7” for sizes up to 16. 9” for bigger sizes.

Seam Allowances

1/2 inch everywhere

Sewing Instructions

The sewing instructions are available through the youtube video below.

Happy Sewing! <3, Anastasia