Instruction for sewing Barbie Shorts

Barbie has been an iconic toy for over 60 years, but her wardrobe has remained relatively limited. Making your own Barbie clothes allows you to express your creativity and make unique outfits for your dolls. Additionally, making your own clothes is a great way to save money, especially when compared to buying expensive branded Barbie clothes.

First of all, download and print barbie shorts pattern.

Material needed to making barbie shorts

Before you can start making your Barbie shorts, you need to choose the right fabric. You need to choose a fabric that is lightweight and easy to work with, such as cotton, denim, or linen.

Also, you will need:

a sewing machine. The best one I recommend here. Also, you can sew the project by hands.

thread that matches your material
hand sewing needle
scissors
pins
a ruler
dritz snaps a marking chalk
zipper (if you decide to use it)

Step1

Transfer the pattern to the fabric and cut it out. Don’t forget to add seam allowances

Step2

We connect 2 parts with the front sides inward and grind, cut the edge closer to the seam and process it on the overlock. We use a sewing machine.

Step3

We connect the details of the front and back, sew the side seam, cut off the excess closer to the seam and process it on the overlock

Step4

We connect the shorts with part of the belt face to face and sew on a typewriter, if there is excess fabric from the side of the belt, then cut it off.

Step5

Overlock on all sides of the back of the shorts and belt.

Step6

On one side, tuck the allowance and bast.

Step7

Tuck part of the belt and baste. Machine sewing.

Step8

We connect the details of the back and sew as shown in the photo, we sew along the edge with an overlock.

Step9

If you want to hem the bottom of the shorts, then you need to do it now. We turn the bottom of the shorts and sew to the desired length.

Step10

Connect the inside of the shorts and sew.

Step11

Sewing the fastener.

Step12

Sew on a button and decorate the shorts, I sewed on a button. I made a fringe at the bottom of the shorts.

FAQ

Q: What other types of Barbie clothes can I make?

A: The possibilities are endless! You can make dresses, skirts, tops. Here are more patterns.

Q: Can I use a sewing machine to make Barbie clothes?

A: Yes, a sewing machine can be used to make Barbie clothes. However, it’s important to use a small needle and adjust the tension to ensure that the stitches are not too big.

Q: Where can I find Barbie shorts patterns?

A: You can find Barbie shorts patterns on the botton on the up of page.

Q: What type of thread should I use to sew Barbie clothes?

A: Use a high-quality, lightweight thread that matches the color of your fabric.