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Boy's shorts (size 5-6) in pedal pusher/knee length. Cutting diagram and sewing instructions furnished.
AMERICAN HOME CRAFTS Summer 1978 (v.6#3) pg. 59, 87

How to make windowpane shorts, bandeau and jacket from four terry kitchen towels.
FAMILY CIRCLE Jun 5 1979 (v.92#8) pg. 110, 148

Three versions of women's pants from one pattern. Shorts, capri pants, and cropped pants. All have tie waists and a choice of inset or cargo pockets.
HANDMADE #14 May-Jun 1984 pg. 28, 43

A woman's drop-waisted jumper, pull-on shorts, and nightshirt are all decorated with cutwork patterns (also known as Madeira work or Broderie Anglaise).
McCALLS NEEDLEWORK & CRAFTS Mar-Apr 1984 (v.29#2) pg. 62, 101

Tip on how to make children's shorts from the tails of discarded men's shirts.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #51 May-Jun 1978 pg. 132

How to make a pair of straight leg pants into convertible shorts. Legs are cut off at shorts length and Velcro fastener tape is sewn around hem of shorts and top of pant legs. Can be worn as either pants or shorts.
SUNSET May 1979 (v.162#5) pg. 184

How to remove pleats from purchased shorts.
THREADS #48 Aug-Sep 1993 pg. 10

How to alter pants and shorts patterns to make them more comfortable when hiking or bicycling.
THREADS #52 Apr-May 1994 pg. 28

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