Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in tan and navy, front view with flap pockets and cuffed hems.

Plus-size sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in navy with cargo pockets, front view.

Plus-size sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in navy, front view with patch pockets.

Plus-size sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in navy with cuffed hems and button flap patch pockets.

Plus-size sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in navy with flap patch pockets, front view.

Plus-size sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in navy with flap cargo pocket and cuffed hem.

Plus-size sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in navy with cargo pocket and cuffed hem.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in mustard twill, front view, high waist with button tabs.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in mustard twill, front view with flap pockets.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in mustard yellow, side view with flap pocket and cuffed hem.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in mustard twill, back view with cargo pocket and cuffs.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in mustard twill, back view with cargo pocket and cuffed hem.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in mustard twill, front view with flap pockets and cuffs.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in mustard twill, front view with flap pockets and cuffed hems.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in mustard twill, side view with cargo pocket and cuffs.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in tan twill, front view with large flap pockets and cuffs.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in tan twill, front view with flap pockets and cuffs.

Sewn sample of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns in mustard twill, detail of the belt loop and waistband.

Flat drawing of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns, front view with belt loops, flap pockets and cuffed hems.

Technical flat sketch of the Claire shorts sewing pattern by Closet Core Patterns, front and back, with cargo pockets and cuffed hems.

Claire Shorts - Crew Pattern

Name: Claire Shorts - Crew Pattern
Brand: Closet Core CREW
SKU: CREW-CLAIRE
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.0 (1 reviews)

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Closet Core Patterns drafts patterns in three different size ranges depending on the design. Please note that older patterns may only be available in sizes 0-20. You can explore the size charts for all our size ranges below, in addition to toggling between imperial and metric measurements.

0–20 Size Range 14–32 Size Range Alpha Size Range (2023) Alpha Size Range (2024 Onwards)

Inches CM

Measurement	0	2	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
Full bust	31"	32"	33"	34"	35"	36.5"	38"	40"	42"	44"	46"
Full bust	79	81	84	86	89	93	97	102	107	112	117
High bust	29"	30"	31"	32"	33"	34.5"	36"	38"	40"	42"	44"
High bust	74	76	79	82	84	88	91	97	102	107	112
Waist	24"	25"	26"	27"	28"	29.5"	31"	33"	35"	37"	39"
Waist	61	64	66	69	71	75	79	84	90	94	99
Hips	33"	34"	35"	36"	37"	38.5"	40"	42"	44"	46"	48"
Hips	84	86	89	91	94	98	102	107	112	117	122

The 0-20 size range is drafted for B cup, with an average height of 5'-6".

Cup size = difference between full and high bust (1"=A, 2"=B, 3"=C, 4"=D). If your difference exceeds 2", you may need a full bust adjustment.

Measurement	14	16	18	20	22	24	26	28	30	32
Full bust	42"	44"	46"	48"	50"	52"	54"	56"	58"	60"
Full bust	107	112	117	122	127	132	137	142	147	152.5
High bust	38"	40"	42"	44"	46"	48"	50"	52"	54"	56"
High bust	97	102	107	112	117	122	127	132	137	142
Waist	35"	37"	39"	41"	43"	45"	47"	49"	51"	53"
Waist	89	94	99	104	109	114	119	124.5	129.5	134.5
Hips	45"	47"	49"	51"	53"	55"	57"	59"	61"	63"
Hips	114	119	124.5	129.5	134.5	140	145	150	155	160

The 14-32 size range is drafted for D cup, with a pear-shaped lower body and an average height of 5'-6".

Cup size = difference between full and high bust (1"=A, 2"=B, 3"=C, 4"=D). If your difference exceeds 4", you may need a full bust adjustment. If your difference is smaller, you may need a small bust adjustment.
Note: even if your numeric size overlaps with the 0-20 range, body measurements are not the same — always size by measurements, not past size.

Measurement	XXS	XS	S	M	L	XL	1X	2X	3X	4X
Full bust	31–32"	33–34"	35–36"	37–39"	40–42"	43–45"	46–48"	49–52"	53–56"	57–60"
Full bust	79–82	83–86	87–91	92–99	100–107	108–114	115–122	123–132	133–142	143–152
Waist	24–25"	26–27"	28–29"	30–32"	33–35"	36–38"	39–41"	42–45"	46–49"	50–53"
Waist	61–64	65–69	70–74	75–81	82–89	90–97	98–104	105–114	115–124	125–135
Hips	33–34"	35–36"	37–38"	39–41"	42–44"	45–47"	48–50"	51–54"	55–58"	59–63"
Hips	83–86	87–91	92–97	98–104	105–112	113–119	120–127	128–137	138–147	148–157

The Alpha size range (2023) covers XXS–4X, with an average height of 5'-6".

Works best for less fitted and more oversized patterns without bust darts. Covers A–D cup.
Used for the Fran Pajamas, Jenna Shirt, and Phoebe Coat.

Measurement	XXS	XS	S	M	L	XL	1X	2X	3X	4X	5X	6X
Full bust	32–33"	34–35"	36–37"	38–39"	40–41"	42–43"	44–45"	46–48"	49–51"	52–54"	55–57"	58–60"
Full bust	81–84	85–89	90–94	96–99	100–104	106–110	111–115	116–122	123–130	132–138	139–145	146–152
Waist	25–26"	27–28"	29–30"	31–32"	33–34"	35–36"	37–38"	39–41"	42–44"	45–47"	48–50"	51–53"
Waist	63–67	68–72	73–77	78–82	83–87	88–92	93–97	98–105	106–112	113–120	121–127	128–135
Hips	34–35"	36–37"	38–39"	40–41"	42–43"	44–45"	46–47"	48–50"	51–53"	54–56"	57–59"	60–62"
Hips	86–90	91–95	96–100	101–105	106–110	111–115	116–120	121–128	129–136	137–143	144–151	152–158

The Alpha size range (2024 onwards) covers XXS–6X, with an average height of 5'-6".

Spans the same body measurements as the 2023 chart but introduces additional sizes for finer gradation.
Used for all alpha-sized patterns released from 2024 onward.

How to Choose the Right Size Range For You

Since there is some overlap between our two size ranges, you may be wondering which one to choose. The main difference between the two size ranges is that the 14-32 range is drafted for larger busts with a more pear-shaped lower body. If you fall in one of the overlapping sizes, we suggest determining your cup size first by measuring your full bust and high bust and subtracting one from the other. Each inch difference equals one cup size. If you are a D cup or larger, our 14-32 range will ensure the best fit through the bust. If you are an A/B/C cup through the bust and less pear-shaped, the 0-20 range will be the best option.

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Pay homage to designer Claire McCardell with the Claire Shorts, our ode to 1940s sportswear! Claire is a tailored and polished pair of shorts with an ultra-high rise, wide waistband with belt loops, classic button fly and refined cuffed hem. Shaped with darts in the front and back, you'll love the roomy tabbed pocket that wraps around the front and over the side seam.

Pattern Difficulty: Intermediate

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Suggested Fabric

Choose bottom-weight fabrics such as cotton, denim, twill, canvas, jacquard, and gabardine.

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Yardage (sizes 0-20) - 45inch / 1.14 m wide

ALL VIEWS ~ Sizes 0-8 = 1.5 yd (1.4 m), Sizes 10-14 = 2 yd (1.85 m), Sizes 16-20 = 2.25 yd (2.05 m)

Yardage (sizes 0-20) - 58inch / 1.5 m wide

ALL VIEWS ~ Sizes 0-14 = 1.5 yd (1.4 m), Sizes 16-20 = 2 yd (1.85 m)

Yardage (sizes 14-32) - 45inch / 1.14 m wide

ALL VIEWS ~ Sizes 14-20 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m), Sizes 22-26 = 2.75 yd (2.55 m), Sizes 28-32 = 3.25 yd (3 m)

Yardage (sizes 14-32) - 58inch / 1.5 m wide

ALL VIEWS ~ Sizes 14-20 = 2 yd (1.85 m), Sizes 22-26 = 2.5 yd (2.3 m), Sizes 28-32 = 2.75 yd (2.55 m)

Additional Supplies

Fusible interfacing, 0.5 yd (0.45 m) for 58” wide interfacing
Buttons, 8 x 5/8" (16 mm) wide
Matching thread
Optional: Topstitching thread
Optional: Double fold bias tape for finishing waistband (may be replaced with serged stitch), 2 yd (1.75 m)
Safety pin or tube turner

Sizes Available:

0-20

14-32

Garment Measurement

Both size ranges are included with your download of any Crew Pattern.

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PDF File Details

	Sizes 0-20	Sizes 14-32
Letter / A4	21 pages	30 pages
Copyshop / A0	1 page	2 pages
Projector Files?	YES
Layered Files?	YES

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