Learn to sew Pajama Shorts - Beginner Sewing Project

[@christiedecker2724]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Wonderful!

[@SparkyOne549]

Pajama shorts were my first sewing project. They’re easy and fast to make. I now have 5 shorts made.

[@Mellysews]

They're a good starter project!

[@SparkyOne549]

Melly Sews Now I’ve figured out the fixes I have to do to my pattern, thanks to your pants fitting video.

[@samiyahdixon]

These were my first project too

[@jenfrye7488]

@@Mellysews I am making a pair, I am using old beach towels! I cut the patterns. Any extra tips? Please

[@Mellysews]

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/

[@MultiFornication]

this is the BEGINNER tutorial I was looking for.

[@Mellysews]

Thanks!

[@erika213]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Congrats! Glad you love them.

[@neelamtripathi3477]

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💕

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was fun!

[@rosiembanks1]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Wonderful!

[@queensilian7644]

Thank you for being so clear and concise and beginner friendly. You are a great teacher and I appreciate that

[@Mellysews]

You are so welcome!

[@chilipeprsandi]

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]

Wonderful!

[@iamthealphacat]

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

[@Mellysews]

Here's hoping 2021 isn't pajamas for the whole year!

[@sewingconfidential]

That pattern is amazing, very well thought through. Women have curves and soft tissue! Thank you Melly

[@Mellysews]

Glad you like it!

[@lynnemorris1313]

Where is the pattern link please

[@sandrawynter8558]

This is so nice and easy to sew thanks.

[@Stillhouse_Armory]

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.

[@Mellysews]

Wonderful!

[@meleyadionne6618]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it's helpful!

[@proudasiangirl576]

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.

[@Mellysews]

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/

[@theshaynasewsshow8568]

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!!!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@olgakendall464]

The whole ruler paper thing is GENIUS!!

[@Mellysews]

Thanks!

[@lisah9394]

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!!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@suzanwatson1023]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it helps!

[@renstarhurst3302]

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

[@Mellysews]

Glad you like it!

[@merindymorgenson3184]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@HOODSSWEETIE]

Card stock paper with lines and seam direction are both great tips. Thanks so much.

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@littlelila7396]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Wonderful!

[@triciamcfarland8823]

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💗

[@Mellysews]

You’re welcome 😊

[@laurendurant1397]

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.

[@Mellysews]

Congrats on sewing your first piece of clothing!

[@laurendurant1397]

Melly Sews Thank you! 😄

[@debedwards1717]

I just finished my first pair of boxer shorts. Thank you so much for your great instruction. 👍🏻

[@Mellysews]

Congrats!

[@shellysadventures2875]

I've read many sewing books, but none of them suggested card stock. Tha's fantastic, thank you!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shellysadventures2875]

@@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!

[@kdsryd]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Congrats!

[@thesavedalex4172]

I'm a beginner. I learn how to sew only from your tutorials. So blessed💙

[@Mellysews]

Welcome!!

[@danahochman3324]

This was my first clothing project..loved it. Thank you for the clear directions and the helpful video.

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@owlbefine8910]

Made these shorts tonight. First sewing project. Learned a lot.

[@Mellysews]

Wonderful!

[@igaadamczak9873]

Thank you so much! youre the only youtuber who managed to explain this well to a beginner im in love with my new shorts!

[@Mellysews]

Happy to help!

[@suzypalma5387]

Agreed!

[@Sweet__shellybelly]

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

[@Mellysews]

Wonderful!

[@mmohreviewer615]

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.

[@Mellysews]

That can be done, but generally if your casing is the right size for your elastic you don't get a lot of twisting.

[@pamcatchpole4132]

Thank you for such comprehensive and easy to follow instructions. I will be making a pair of shorts later

[@Mellysews]

have fun!

[@hannahpeters6642]

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!

[@Mellysews]

I'm so glad!

[@tesascrochetcritters6307]

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]

And now you've learned something for next time! Glad it was fun for you.

[@Knitterbug]

The card stock idea is brilliant!!

[@Mellysews]

Glad you think so!

[@abe5849]

Love the tip to use card stock as your guide for pressing!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@suzanneburns9698]

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]

Thanks for watching!

[@tinaraify]

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.

[@Mellysews]

Wonderful!

[@Squatchygal]

Very simply explained! I will run out today and buy some 1 inch elastic and use some material from a top sheet I have.

[@Mellysews]

I love making pajamas from old bedsheets!

[@patriciaroy5846]

I love the fabric. Thanks for sharing the tutorial! I look forward to trying a pair soon . Hopefully I can find some beautiful fabric

[@Mellysews]

Have fun!

[@carolyncoppola974]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@joannpink9108]

Love this tutorial! Very easy to follow. I will make this for my daughter. Thank you.

[@Mellysews]

Wonderful!

[@christinewalsh7262]

So professional..Absolutely brilliant.

[@Mellysews]

Thanks!

[@jijiian]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it worked out for you!

[@manikandang2978]

Its really amazing, the Technic which is used for inserting elastic is nice. thanks for sharing melly sews.

[@Mellysews]

Thanks

[@RocketKira]

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]

Thanks for sharing!

[@helenh3632]

Good tutorial. Loved the extra tips using the lined cardboard.

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@rafaluna2985]

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 !!!

[@Mellysews]

Hope she likes them!

[@pink1899]

OMG your channel is so awesome. You explain so well. I came here after watching several videos. My favorite channel Mely!

[@Mellysews]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@curtriceennis2924]

Love this pattern. 😻 It can easily be adapted into making longer pants or longer shorts. TY for sharing this video with us.

[@Mellysews]

Glad you like it!

[@carolnicholas2362]

The paper guide is genius I just bought a hot iron ruler.I could of saved some money ❤

[@Mellysews]

Your ruler will probably last longer though.

[@amandamartinez8884]

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 😅🥰

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@KailuaChick]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Yes, they look much bigger before the elastic is added!

[@corvette8088]

Subscribed, downloaded the pattern and made the shorts. Thank you very much!!!

[@Mellysews]

Glad you had fun with them!

[@foxxybrown291]

That print is beautiful xx

[@Mellysews]

I think so too :)

[@serenap4981]

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.

[@elizabethflores6930]

Hey, can you share the link to the free pattern?? I can’t seem to find it on her blog lol

[@Mellysews]

Elizabeth, it's available to newsletter subscribers. Details are in the blog post linked in the video description.

[@Mellysews]

Wonderful!

[@bronwynb7090]

You show and explain so well. I think I can do this. Thank you so much. This is very helpful.

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@꿈나라-m6r]

I liked this tutorial. I just started to sew. I will try this. Thank you.

[@Mellysews]

Have fun!

[@freespirit3891]

Welcome to the world of sewing! 👖👗

[@lzal3583]

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!

[@Mellysews]

DIY to make bigger mellysews.com/make-sewing-pattern-bigger-smaller/

[@h0ebart]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it helped!

[@nnsistersvlog486]

Really so nicely described.....it's an essential clothing for me during this hot summer.👌

[@Mellysews]

Glad you liked it

[@nnsistersvlog486]

@@Mellysews welcome 🤗

[@bonniehess816]

I'm just learning to sew bought a brand new machine can't wait to try this..

[@Mellysews]

Have fun!

[@dcinrb8538]

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.9936]

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

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@deanalovessewn6117]

Hi Melissa!! Excellent vlog.. Easy sew & lovely pajamas bottoms.... 💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵

[@Mellysews]

Thanks so much!

[@gladtidings4all]

I love the pretty floral fabric and your shirt

[@Mellysews]

Thank you! 😊

[@web7014]

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

[@Mellysews]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@totonana5291]

Queeen I loved how simple the instructions were

[@Mellysews]

Thanks!

[@jeanettebadger8141]

I like that color, I like my PJ shorts. I need to make more!!

[@Mellysews]

Have fun sewing!

[@kaitlynk4023]

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!!

[@Mellysews]

Have fun!

[@valerierosel2399]

Thank you! I think these will make excellent gifts for those with summer birthdays! Ciao from l’italia!

[@Mellysews]

Glad you like them!

[@OneJennifer247]

This is very well explained. Thank you. I will buy your patterns

[@Mellysews]

Glad you like them!

[@ahyonah]

This is insanely good explanation! Love it

[@Mellysews]

Glad you liked it!

[@snippetsofvictoria]

Heyyyyyy, that cardstock measuring guide is a GREAT idea! Awesome tutorial, I'm going to attempt these!!

[@Mellysews]

Have fun!

[@amiraaljarg5781]

your blog is so confusing but i was able to find the short patterns! thank you :)

[@Mellysews]

You’re welcome 😊

[@meerabakshi2676]

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!

[@Mellysews]

Thanks for subbing!

[@jessicaboyce6619]

This video was great! Helped me sew my first pair. I plan to make a few more for myself!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@6Pringles]

WOW, so easy, thank you! Now I can make my pajama shorts!

[@Mellysews]

Have fun!

[@Ranisa12]

Lovely shorts pattern. Would love it with pockets too.

[@Mellysews]

You can add side seam pockets like this mellysews.com/how-to-sew-pockets-add-side-seam-pockets/

[@ausin5052]

Fantastic tutorial. Cannot wait to do my first ever project!! Thank you.

[@Mellysews]

Have fun!

[@purplemoon8637]

Beautiful Melly! I would love to sew a pair of pj shorts. Thank you for sharing!

[@Mellysews]

Have fun sewing!

[@ichisakis]

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

[@Mellysews]

Glad it helped!

[@MoriahDreams123]

Quick and easy! What a lovely tutorial!

[@Mellysews]

Thank you! 😊

[@hannahb.a.9390]

I can't wait for my machine to be delivered!!! I will make this right away! ❤️

[@Mellysews]

Have fun!

[@TEAMBuenaventuraSewingisLife]

Hello new subscriber im a sewer also from the philippines thanks for your tutorials😉😉

[@Mellysews]

Thanks for subbing!

[@paulinemcleggan7585]

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

[@Mellysews]

Glad you figured that out!

[@sydneybristo22]

I cant wait to make these. I might make these today or this weekend if I can get elastic.

[@Mellysews]

Have fun sewing!

[@sarahedward9206]

Great tutorial! I am going to try later tonight and i hope it turns out well! Will update comment when I’m finished

[@Mellysews]

Sounds great!

[@sarahedward9206]

@@Mellysews they turned out amazing! Fit just right and look really good. Thanks you!

[@YourNeighbor442]

Can’t wait to try this! Your fabric is gorgeous, fantastic design 😍

[@Mellysews]

Thank you! 😊

[@EmmaSmith-cw4qj]

Just did these and the turned out great - thanks so much xx

[@Mellysews]

Fantastic!

[@marisolsanchez1638]

This was so helpful. Thank you!

[@Mellysews]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ourmusicarchive6966]

Thank you for the patterns!! New subscriber here... you are a lifesaver!!

[@Mellysews]

Thanks for subbing!

[@marianwalsh6297]

Love this u made it look so simple u explain it so well

[@Mellysews]

Thanks for watching!

[@kyouell]

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?

[@Mellysews]

Yes, I have other pajamas I've made from sheets and variations of this pattern mellysews.com/womens-pajama-shorts-tutorial-video/

[@BudapestMonster]

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. :)

[@icraftncreate4005]

Lovely pajama.. 😍 Love the way you teach.. Thank you for sharing 😊

[@Mellysews]

Thanks so much 😊

[@juanitaespinoza6619]

Thank you. You remind me of Nancy Zieman. Please keep up the tutorials.

[@Mellysews]

What a lovely compliment - I met Nancy a few times and she was such a special person.

[@mishellekochel4510]

Cannot wait to try this!

[@Mellysews]

Have fun sewing!

[@epiphyllum4413]

Tysm for the tutorial hehe i needed it for my home economics project !

[@Mellysews]

You're welcome 😊

[@wandaoickle8447]

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

[@Mellysews]

Thanks for subbing!

[@aiducha]

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]

The post talks about the sizing as well as links to how it change it mellysews.com/sew-pajama-shorts-easy-project-free-pattern/