Syd Graham Patterns
Syd Graham Patterns - PDF Sewing Pattern - Avenue Shorts
Syd Graham Patterns - PDF Sewing Pattern - Avenue Shorts
The Syd Graham Patterns Avenue Shorts PDF Sewing Pattern is a versatile, easy-to-wear shorts pattern with a moderately high rise, comfortable elastic waistband and subtle A-line silhouette. The legs flare slightly for a relaxed fit with just the right amount of volume, making these shorts perfect for everyday wear, holidays and warmer weather.
With 24 possible variations, you can customise your Avenue Shorts to suit your style. Choose from inseam pockets, side stripes, a split hem, back pockets and a playful ruffle hem to create your perfect pair.
The pattern is designed for confident beginners and includes detailed illustrated instructions, layered print-at-home files, an A0 copyshop file, projector file and a detailed video tutorial.
As a digital PDF sewing pattern, no physical paper pattern will be posted. Your files are available to download after purchase.
Please note: This pattern is for personal use only and cannot be used for profit or resale of finished garments without written permission from Sydney Graham.
PDF Pattern Includes
Instant PDF sewing pattern download
Nested print-at-home files with layers
A4 and US Letter compatible files
A0 / Copyshop file
Projector file
Detailed illustrated instructions
Detailed video tutorial
Sewing Level: Confident Beginner
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The Avenue Shorts work well in a wide range of woven fabrics, allowing you to create everything from lightweight summer shorts to relaxed loungewear. For most versions, choose a woven fabric weighing approximately 3–8 oz per square yard.
- Cotton
- Linen
- Cotton-linen blends
- Lightweight denim
- Ripstop nylon
- Sweatshirt fleece
- French terry
Choose your fabric according to the look you want to create. Lightweight woven fabrics are ideal for an easy, breezy summer pair, while sweatshirt fleece or French terry can be used for comfortable lounge shorts.
To complete the Avenue Shorts you will need:
- Main fabric
- Elastic for the waistband
- Matching sewing thread
- Sewing machine
- Iron
- Fabric scissors
- Pins or clips
- Fabric marking tool
Note: Additional materials may be required depending on the design variations you choose, such as fabric for side stripes or ruffle details.

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