I was a pattern tester for the Agave shorts pattern by Desert and Sea Studio, and here is my finished test version!
(See more photos at the end of the post.)
Size / View:
I waffled between a size 8 and 10, but ultimately did a straight size 10.
For reference, my measurements are:
- Bust: 34.5"
- Waist: 29"
- Hip: 37.5"
- Height: 5' 0"
Fabric:
Adjustments / Construction:
There were elements of this pattern that stretched my skills because I hadn't done them before, like using my sewing machine to do buttonholes and buttons. It was easier than I had built up in my mind, with some watching of YouTube, asking questions of Julie of Desert and Sea Studio, and practice.
- I shortened the hem an additional 1.5", both because of preference and the shorter length suited my height (5') better.
- Since I shortened the hem, I also re-spaced the buttons at the sides. I didn't move the button on the waist, but the remaining buttons, I used a Simflex to help evenly space them, ending at 2" above the shortened hem.
- Size 10 ended up being a looser fit on me, so I also moved the buttons in to reduce ease.
- I made a few other tweaks while sewing my test version, which are captured in my highlights.
Likes:
- Button detail down the sides
- Flat front
Next Time:
- Due to the looser fit of size 10 on me, I may size down next time.
- Shorten the pattern about 1" to 1.5" (versus shortening the hem at the end) for the shorts version
- Try the pants version!
