:: paunnet ::: Red Stripes Prefontaine shorts + Perfect Pattern Parcel #3

Pattern: Prefontaine Shorts by Made with Moxie from Perfect Pattern Parcel #3

Size: L

Alterations: lengthened back crotch 2cm to accommodate my big derriere

Fabric: a scrap of beautiful African cotton from my mum's stash

I said many-a-times I don't like to wear shorts because I have a bit of a complex towards my thighs, but I said FUCK IT!
I'm transitioning to vegetarianism, so I lost some weight; I started running, so my thighs looks sliiiiightly more muscular; and most of all, it's SO freakin' hot right here, I need to let my legs breath.

It does help I also came across this super cute pattern.

These shorts are incredibly quick to sew (under 2 hours for me), they feature cute contrast trim, they're not too short (the inseam is 3"), and they're very comfortable.

I wouldn't wear them to an event or somewhere with a lot of people, but they're perfect for quick errands, walking Dora, lounging around or even as PJs! (In fact, the design is similar to the shorts of Grainline's Lakeside Pjs, but I actually like the fit of these shorts better). I really want to make another pair!

But the best part of this pattern, it's that it is part of the Perfect Pattern Parcel #3. Do you know this program?

For a two week period, select designers offer up their patterns and you get to not only decide how much you want to pay for the set, but also how you want to split it between the designers, a charity supporting children’s education, and Perfect Pattern Parcel. You can read more about them and what they do here (but hurry up, because the time's almost over!).