I have not sewn for myself for years and years...I've bought patterns galore over the years, and I've done craft sewing, but clothing, well, I had no need for a long time...my PJs are now deteriorating, they cost too much for what little you get commercially. Thank you for inspiring me to get my stash of fabric out and make myself some new duds. I like scrub style tops, loose, airy, non-binding, and these bottoms will make some lovely PJs and I can make shorts or long bottoms, YAY!! Thank you!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@SparkyOne5494 жыл бұрын
Pajama shorts were my first sewing project. They’re easy and fast to make. I now have 5 shorts made.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
They're a good starter project!
@SparkyOne5494 жыл бұрын
Melly Sews Now I’ve figured out the fixes I have to do to my pattern, thanks to your pants fitting video.
@samiyahdixon2 жыл бұрын
These were my first project too
@jenfrye74882 жыл бұрын
@@Mellysews I am making a pair, I am using old beach towels! I cut the patterns. Any extra tips? Please
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Unless they're very thin beach towels, that's a difficult fabric to work with. More tips on thick fabrics here: mellysews.com/colleen-tote-bag-review-how-to-sew-thick-fabric/
@MultiFornication4 жыл бұрын
this is the BEGINNER tutorial I was looking for.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@erika2134 жыл бұрын
Just did these today and I love how they turned out!!! Thank you for this tutorial!! It was my first time sewing any clothing items!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Congrats! Glad you love them.
@neelamtripathi34774 жыл бұрын
Amazing tutorial!! Made these for my daughter today. We printed the draft and stuck it together and then sewed it up🤗 it was a fun activity. Thank you so much. Love from India💕
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was fun!
@rosiembanks13 жыл бұрын
My daughter is sewing this project as I'm typing this. Her first ever sewing project! Thanks for putting so much thought into preparing a beginner project like this!
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@queensilian76444 жыл бұрын
Thank you for being so clear and concise and beginner friendly. You are a great teacher and I appreciate that
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
You are so welcome!
@chilipeprsandi Жыл бұрын
I pray you are feeling well and your body will heal quickly.. 🙏🏼 I signed up for your newsletter and figured out the pattern and made my shorts. (First time printing a pattern). They fit perfectly, no adjustments necessary 🎉 💕💃🏻 Thank you very much.
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@iamthealphacat4 жыл бұрын
LOVE THESE!! Thank you for speeding through the sewing and cutting and monotonous things. If 2021 is anything like 2020, I’m going to be living in pajama bottoms all year haha
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Here's hoping 2021 isn't pajamas for the whole year!
@sewingconfidential4 жыл бұрын
That pattern is amazing, very well thought through. Women have curves and soft tissue! Thank you Melly
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!
@lynnemorris13134 жыл бұрын
Where is the pattern link please
@sandrawynter85584 жыл бұрын
This is so nice and easy to sew thanks.
@Stillhouse_Armory4 жыл бұрын
Thanks to you my Mom made her first ever( in 46 years of marriage) pair of shorts from a pair she has and loves. It worked. She was amazed at how easy it was. Your video is spot on. My Mom couldn't wait to show them off to my dad and I she did a remarkable job thanks to you.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@meleyadionne66183 ай бұрын
Thank you for posting this. I was having trouble with a written pattern as a newbie.Your directions were much clearer and helped me to finish my project. Thank you!
@Mellysews3 ай бұрын
Glad it's helpful!
@proudasiangirl5764 жыл бұрын
I love these beginner step by step tutorials. Keep them coming for more simple clothing projects. For future videos, please explain which direction to cut the fabrics out based on grain lines/selvege. Thank you so much.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
If I put every single skill/explanation in every single video they would be too long. So I have terms/skills in separate videos. Grainline help here mellysews.com/what-is-fabric-grain-understanding-grainline/
@theshaynasewsshow85684 жыл бұрын
Wow! Great tutorial!! I wanted to make these for a while but was always scared it would be too hard! You explain and demonstrate so well, I was able to make a pair! Thank you!!!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@olgakendall464 Жыл бұрын
The whole ruler paper thing is GENIUS!!
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@lisah93943 жыл бұрын
Thanks for a great video tutorial - this cleared up some problems i'd been having when sewing shorts/pants. Well and clearly explained at a good pace!!
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@suzanwatson10232 жыл бұрын
I am not joking, the card stock trick is LIFE CHANGING! I have been sewing for a long time and NEVER thought of that! genius!
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helps!
@renstarhurst33023 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I'm a Veteran 2016 and I'm home having a hard time with depression and I just started to learn to sew and its been helpful. Thank you again
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!
@merindymorgenson31844 жыл бұрын
I’ve been needing some pajama shorts, and my kids too, so this is perfect timing for me to see this. And the tip about the card stock seam guide alone would have been worth the time watching the video. Thank you!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@HOODSSWEETIE4 жыл бұрын
Card stock paper with lines and seam direction are both great tips. Thanks so much.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@littlelila73962 жыл бұрын
This was such a great tutorial! I got my first real sewing machine yesterday, and managed to do this project without any major problems! Thank you so much!
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@triciamcfarland88234 жыл бұрын
I’ve been wanting to make something like this but thought it would be too difficult. Thanks for making it look fairly easy. Def going to give it a try💗
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@laurendurant13974 жыл бұрын
Thank you SO MUCH for this wonderful video! This was my first clothing item I have ever made, and they turned out so well. I love how thorough your explanations are; they really helped me understand what I was doing as a beginner sewer.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Congrats on sewing your first piece of clothing!
@laurendurant13974 жыл бұрын
Melly Sews Thank you! 😄
@debedwards17173 жыл бұрын
I just finished my first pair of boxer shorts. Thank you so much for your great instruction. 👍🏻
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Congrats!
@shellysadventures28754 жыл бұрын
I've read many sewing books, but none of them suggested card stock. Tha's fantastic, thank you!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@shellysadventures28754 жыл бұрын
@@Mellysews Just finished these, absolutely in love with the product! Can't wait to use these to expand my knowledge of adding pockets as I make additional pairs! The size as laid out in the pattern was perfect for me :) Thank you kindly for spreading your sewing knowledge with the world!
@kdsryd2 жыл бұрын
I've been searching for so long for a beginner shorts tutorial. Your video was very thorough & easy to follow. Can't believe I actually made perfect shorts, lol.... Mahalo!
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Congrats!
@thesavedalex41723 ай бұрын
I'm a beginner. I learn how to sew only from your tutorials. So blessed💙
@Mellysews3 ай бұрын
Welcome!!
@danahochman33244 жыл бұрын
This was my first clothing project..loved it. Thank you for the clear directions and the helpful video.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@owlbefine8910 Жыл бұрын
Made these shorts tonight. First sewing project. Learned a lot.
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@igaadamczak98734 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! youre the only youtuber who managed to explain this well to a beginner im in love with my new shorts!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@suzypalma53874 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@Sweet__shellybelly22 күн бұрын
THATS ALL I NEEDED TO finish for my project thank you! The only mistake I made was the buying the fabric but in the future, I’ll be choosing the correct one. I am going to teach my younger sister how to use a sowing machine and make a pair of pjs
@Mellysews20 күн бұрын
Wonderful!
@mmohreviewer6153 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this clear and precise tutorial. I would suggest to do a straight stitch down both sides of the band after completion to hold them in place so that they won't rotate during washing and tumble drying.
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
That can be done, but generally if your casing is the right size for your elastic you don't get a lot of twisting.
@pamcatchpole41322 жыл бұрын
Thank you for such comprehensive and easy to follow instructions. I will be making a pair of shorts later
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
have fun!
@hannahpeters66422 жыл бұрын
OMG THIS IS AMAZING!!!!! thank u so much, I am a thirteen year old and i just made this, it is so easy to folow and they look great!
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad!
@tesascrochetcritters6307 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this tutorial! My first time working from a pattern. I put my design upside down, but the rest looks amazing!
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
And now you've learned something for next time! Glad it was fun for you.
@Knitterbug4 жыл бұрын
The card stock idea is brilliant!!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so!
@abe58494 жыл бұрын
Love the tip to use card stock as your guide for pressing!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@suzanneburns9698 Жыл бұрын
That was the most on point perfectly explained video on sewing I’ve come across. This definitely gives me motivation to start. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@tinaraify2 жыл бұрын
I will sew my own shorts! I cannot find the shorts that I like. Thank you for this step by step easy sewing. Definitely helped me.
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@Squatchygal4 жыл бұрын
Very simply explained! I will run out today and buy some 1 inch elastic and use some material from a top sheet I have.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
I love making pajamas from old bedsheets!
@patriciaroy58469 ай бұрын
I love the fabric. Thanks for sharing the tutorial! I look forward to trying a pair soon . Hopefully I can find some beautiful fabric
@Mellysews8 ай бұрын
Have fun!
@carolyncoppola9744 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this thorough tutorial. I appreciate the way you explained everything in detail! I love working with quilting cotton! Thanks again. God Bless you!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@joannpink91083 жыл бұрын
Love this tutorial! Very easy to follow. I will make this for my daughter. Thank you.
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@christinewalsh72624 ай бұрын
So professional..Absolutely brilliant.
@Mellysews4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@jijiian2 жыл бұрын
In case this helps anyone: for some reason my printer printed the pattern a little bigger than it should have been. The 2" x 2" test square was almost 2.5" x 2.5". The shorts came out L/XL. I'm pregnant so I was generous with my elastic, but even if I'd made the elastic shorter it could easily be considered L. For reference the widest part of my hips is about 40" and I have lots of room in these. Also, this is the very first pattern I've ever used and I'm super not confident but it really was easy! So glad I found this video and pattern!
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Glad it worked out for you!
@manikandang29783 жыл бұрын
Its really amazing, the Technic which is used for inserting elastic is nice. thanks for sharing melly sews.
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@RocketKira Жыл бұрын
Walmart and any craft store sell blank thin plastic sheets for making stencils, the edge guide would be brilliant on one of those, so that it would last much longer. I think I'm going to make myself one! Thank you!!!
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@helenh36323 жыл бұрын
Good tutorial. Loved the extra tips using the lined cardboard.
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@rafaluna29854 жыл бұрын
I got to tell you that these were very easy to do!! I made them for my girlfriend Hopefully she loves them as much as I loved making them I’m so proud of myself 😁 Thank you !!!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Hope she likes them!
@pink1899 Жыл бұрын
OMG your channel is so awesome. You explain so well. I came here after watching several videos. My favorite channel Mely!
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy it!
@curtriceennis29242 жыл бұрын
Love this pattern. 😻 It can easily be adapted into making longer pants or longer shorts. TY for sharing this video with us.
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!
@carolnicholas2362 Жыл бұрын
The paper guide is genius I just bought a hot iron ruler.I could of saved some money ❤
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Your ruler will probably last longer though.
@amandamartinez88843 жыл бұрын
Omg I’m so happy I found this video!!! I have to much quilting cotton and no ideas. I didn’t know what to sew with that material 😅🥰
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@KailuaChick4 жыл бұрын
I made these today and they came out great!! I want to point out that they looked really big when I first started but they fit perfectly once I was done. I used rayon and finished with French seams so I may have had a slightly larger seam allowance. Thanks so much, Melly!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Yes, they look much bigger before the elastic is added!
@corvette8088 Жыл бұрын
Subscribed, downloaded the pattern and made the shorts. Thank you very much!!!
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Glad you had fun with them!
@foxxybrown2914 жыл бұрын
That print is beautiful xx
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
I think so too :)
@serenap49813 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this tutorial! I got my sewing machine yesterday and made these today! They turned out really well, a great lockdown project.
@elizabethflores69303 жыл бұрын
Hey, can you share the link to the free pattern?? I can’t seem to find it on her blog lol
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Elizabeth, it's available to newsletter subscribers. Details are in the blog post linked in the video description.
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@bronwynb70904 жыл бұрын
You show and explain so well. I think I can do this. Thank you so much. This is very helpful.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@꿈나라-m6r4 жыл бұрын
I liked this tutorial. I just started to sew. I will try this. Thank you.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@freespirit38914 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the world of sewing! 👖👗
@lzal35834 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to receive the pattern. But I’m probably going to have to make it a little bit bigger since I have more junk in my trunk! Super cute!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
DIY to make bigger mellysews.com/make-sewing-pattern-bigger-smaller/
@h0ebart3 жыл бұрын
THIS VIDEO was incredibly helpful, thank you so much! I bought a pattern and the directions are HORRIBLE, you saved me wasted fabric and tears!
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@nnsistersvlog4864 жыл бұрын
Really so nicely described.....it's an essential clothing for me during this hot summer.👌
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it
@nnsistersvlog4864 жыл бұрын
@@Mellysews welcome 🤗
@bonniehess8164 жыл бұрын
I'm just learning to sew bought a brand new machine can't wait to try this..
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@dcinrb85384 жыл бұрын
My 1940s treadle sewing machine was just delivered yesterday! This pattern will be my first attempt in learning how to "treadle". Yeah! Thank you for your video ❤️ plus pattern.
@srivatsaa.r.99364 жыл бұрын
PAJAMA SHORTS SIR/MADAM JUST NOW I FULLY WATCHED YR VIDEO. I LIKED IT FOR ITS QUALITY WHICH IS WORTHY OF APPRECIATION. YOU WASTED NO TIME AND DEMONSTRATED STEP BY STEP WHICH ARE WELL FOCUSSED. THANK YOU Vatsa, INDIA
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@deanalovessewn61174 жыл бұрын
Hi Melissa!! Excellent vlog.. Easy sew & lovely pajamas bottoms.... 💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@gladtidings4all2 жыл бұрын
I love the pretty floral fabric and your shirt
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@web70144 жыл бұрын
LOVE! Recently started sewing and you're the exact kind of vibe I was looking for in a sewing channel. Loyal sub from now on
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Thank you!
@totonana52914 жыл бұрын
Queeen I loved how simple the instructions were
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@jeanettebadger81413 жыл бұрын
I like that color, I like my PJ shorts. I need to make more!!
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Have fun sewing!
@kaitlynk40232 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much the tutorial was great and I’ve been looking for a great way to make fabric tags for so long!!! So excited!!
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@valerierosel23994 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I think these will make excellent gifts for those with summer birthdays! Ciao from l’italia!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@OneJennifer2472 ай бұрын
This is very well explained. Thank you. I will buy your patterns
@Mellysews2 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@ahyonah Жыл бұрын
This is insanely good explanation! Love it
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@snippetsofvictoria4 жыл бұрын
Heyyyyyy, that cardstock measuring guide is a GREAT idea! Awesome tutorial, I'm going to attempt these!!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@amiraaljarg57814 жыл бұрын
your blog is so confusing but i was able to find the short patterns! thank you :)
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@meerabakshi26763 жыл бұрын
the tips for sewing perfect seams are very useful. Thanks. I came across this page for the first time and I am subscribing as well giving it "LIKE".! Sorry, I don't know any of my friends and/or family member in sewing passion, so won't be able to share it!
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing!
@jessicaboyce66193 жыл бұрын
This video was great! Helped me sew my first pair. I plan to make a few more for myself!
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@6Pringles2 жыл бұрын
WOW, so easy, thank you! Now I can make my pajama shorts!
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@Ranisa124 жыл бұрын
Lovely shorts pattern. Would love it with pockets too.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
You can add side seam pockets like this mellysews.com/how-to-sew-pockets-add-side-seam-pockets/
@ausin50522 жыл бұрын
Fantastic tutorial. Cannot wait to do my first ever project!! Thank you.
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@purplemoon86374 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Melly! I would love to sew a pair of pj shorts. Thank you for sharing!
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Have fun sewing!
@ichisakis2 жыл бұрын
thank you so much for this !!! needed a bit of help when it came to my clothing project for school so this was very helpful :D
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped!
@MoriahDreams1232 жыл бұрын
Quick and easy! What a lovely tutorial!
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@hannahb.a.93903 жыл бұрын
I can't wait for my machine to be delivered!!! I will make this right away! ❤️
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@TEAMBuenaventuraSewingisLife4 жыл бұрын
Hello new subscriber im a sewer also from the philippines thanks for your tutorials😉😉
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing!
@paulinemcleggan75853 жыл бұрын
Lol HI Melisa. I had a bodkin that I found, I didn’t know what it was, or what it was for; but I do now thanks to you
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Glad you figured that out!
@sydneybristo224 жыл бұрын
I cant wait to make these. I might make these today or this weekend if I can get elastic.
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Have fun sewing!
@sarahedward92064 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial! I am going to try later tonight and i hope it turns out well! Will update comment when I’m finished
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Sounds great!
@sarahedward92064 жыл бұрын
@@Mellysews they turned out amazing! Fit just right and look really good. Thanks you!
@YourNeighbor4424 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to try this! Your fabric is gorgeous, fantastic design 😍
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@EmmaSmith-cw4qj4 жыл бұрын
Just did these and the turned out great - thanks so much xx
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@marisolsanchez1638 Жыл бұрын
This was so helpful. Thank you!
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@ourmusicarchive69663 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the patterns!! New subscriber here... you are a lifesaver!!
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing!
@marianwalsh62974 жыл бұрын
Love this u made it look so simple u explain it so well
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@kyouell4 жыл бұрын
I have some sheets that were my grandmother’s, her favorite purple and blue stripe. Very 1970s. I’ve been wanting to make them into pj pants, a camisole, and maybe a short robe. Do you think that fabric would work as well as quilting cotton?
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Yes, I have other pajamas I've made from sheets and variations of this pattern mellysews.com/womens-pajama-shorts-tutorial-video/
@BudapestMonster3 жыл бұрын
Same here! Beautifully soft sheets. Can't wait to make some soft pajamas from them. Glad to know someone else 'out there' has the same going on. :)
@icraftncreate40054 жыл бұрын
Lovely pajama.. 😍 Love the way you teach.. Thank you for sharing 😊
@Mellysews4 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much 😊
@juanitaespinoza66193 жыл бұрын
Thank you. You remind me of Nancy Zieman. Please keep up the tutorials.
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
What a lovely compliment - I met Nancy a few times and she was such a special person.
@mishellekochel45103 жыл бұрын
Cannot wait to try this!
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Have fun sewing!
@epiphyllum44132 жыл бұрын
Tysm for the tutorial hehe i needed it for my home economics project !
@Mellysews2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome 😊
@wandaoickle84473 жыл бұрын
I made 2 pairs for outside wear. An excellent video. Love the tip on seam allowance for crotch and waistband to match. You have a new subscriber. Thank you Melly. Have you a video out with same pattern with side pockets. Best to you. Watching from NS Canada
@Mellysews3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for subbing!
@aiducha Жыл бұрын
As always, brilliant tutorial. I downloaded your pattern, I wonder what size it is. Thank you so much, you are so clear and articulated, I have learned a lot, the right way! Cheers and greetings from Beer Sheva, Israel.
@Mellysews Жыл бұрын
The post talks about the sizing as well as links to how it change it mellysews.com/sew-pajama-shorts-easy-project-free-pattern/