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"Super easy pattern to follow! I’ve gotten many patterns from this site and they all work out really well. I made a simple version of the shorts but next time I’ll add the pockets."
Surf Shorts
$8.00
The surf shorts are an awesome pattern for chilling at the beach, swimming, or even for a nice dinner! Though you can use any knit or woven fabrics (with a few small adjustments for woven), this pattern was designed with stretch boardshort or stretch woven in mind. With a faux fly and working pockets, these shorts are a perfect grab for almost any occasion!
The kids version of these shorts has a slim fit. To get the right fit, be sure to read through the instructions, size up if needed (with non stretch woven), and make a muslin before cutting into your pretty fabric! Sizes NB - 9/10.
Options:
- Faux fly
- Pockets (front and back)
- hemmed or bound with bias tape with a curved side
Pattern Type:
PDF (Includes Layered Pattern and Instructions) - Letter, A0, Projector
Skill Level:
Beginner
Sizes & Fabric Quantity:
All Sizes: 1/2 Yard/.5 meters
Materials:
- Stretch Boardshort or Stretch Woven - my favorite fabric to use for this pattern
is stretch boardshort fabric (when swimming). Stretch woven works great
for every day shorts and depending on the contents could work for swimming
as well.
Another option is non stretch boardshort or regular woven but if you use non
stretch, I highly recommend adding an extra 1/4” (.6cm) to the pattern pieces
and then use a 3/8” (1cm) seam allowance while sewing. See page 8 of the instructions for more details! - Drawstring - optional
- Interfacing - optional (for working drawstring)
- 1 1/4" elastic
Additional Sizes Examples and Pictures:
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Additional Details:
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Kids - Rompers/One piece swimsuits
| Size | Height | Trunk | Inseam | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NB | 19-21" (53cm) | 24" (61cm) | 6" (15cm) | 14" (35cm) | 15" (38cm) |
| 0-3M | 21-24" (61cm) | 26" (66cm) | 6.5" (16cm) | 15" (38cm) | 15.5" (39cm) |
| 3-6M | 24-26" (66cm) | 27" (69cm) | 7.5" (19cm) | 15.5" (39cm) | 16" (40cm) |
| 6-9M | 26-27" (69cm) | 28" (71cm) | 8.5" (21cm) | 16.25" (41cm) | 16.5" (42cm) |
| 9-12M | 27-29" (73cm) | 29" (74cm) | 10" (25cm) | 16.75" (43cm) | 17" (43cm) |
| 12-18M | 29-31" (78cm) | 31" (79cm) | 11.5" (29cm) | 17" (43cm) | 18" (46cm) |
| 18-24M | 31-33" (83cm) | 33" (84cm) | 12.25" (31cm) | 18.5" (47cm) | 18.5" (47cm) |
| 2T | 33-36" (91cm) | 35" (89cm) | 13" (33cm) | 19.5" (49cm) | 19.5" (49cm) |
| 3T | 36-39" (99cm) | 37" (94cm) | 14" (35cm) | 20" (51cm) | 21.5" (54cm) |
| 4T | 39-44" (112cm) | 40" (102cm) | 15.5" (39cm) | 21" (53cm) | 22.5" (57cm) |
| 5T | 44-50" (126cm) | 41" (104cm) | 17" (43cm) | 21.5" (54cm) | 23" (58cm) |
| 6/7 | 48-52" (132cm) | 43" (109cm) | 18.5" (47cm) | 22" (56cm) | 24" (61cm) |
| 7/8 | 50-56" (142cm) | 45" (114cm) | 20" (51cm) | 22.5" (57cm) | 25" (63cm) |
| 8/9 | 54-58" (147cm) | 47" (119cm) | 21.5" (55cm) | 23.25" (59cm) | 26" (66cm) |
| 9/10 | 56-62" (157cm) | 49" (124cm) | 23" (58cm) | 24" (61cm) | 27" (68cm) |
Kids - Pants
| Size | Height | Inseam | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NB | 19-21" | 6" | 14" | 15" |
| 0-3M | 21-24" | 6.5" | 15" | 15.5" |
| 3-6M | 24-26" | 7.5" | 15.5" | 16" |
| 6-9M | 26-27" | 8.5" | 16.25" | 16.5" |
| 9-12M | 27-29" | 10" | 16.75" | 17" |
| 12-18M | 29-31" | 11.5" | 17" | 18" |
| 18-24M | 31-33" | 12.25" | 18.5" | 18.5" |
| 2T | 33-36" | 13" | 19.5" | 19.5" |
| 3T | 36-39" | 14" | 20" | 21.5" |
| 4T | 39-44" | 15.5" | 21" | 22.5" |
| 5T | 44-50" | 17" | 21.5" | 23" |
| 6/7 | 48-52" | 18.5" | 22" | 24" |
| 7/8 | 50-56" | 20" | 22.5" | 25" |
| 8/9 | 54-58" | 21.5" | 23.25" | 26" |
| 9/10 | 56-62" | 23" | 24" | 27" |
Kids - Shorts/Tops/Dresses
| Size | Height | Chest | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NB | 19-21" (53cm) | 15" (38cm) | 14" (35cm) | 15" (28cm) |
| 0-3M | 21-24" (61cm) | 16.5" (42cm) | 15" (38cm) | 15.5" (39cm) |
| 3-6M | 24-26" (66cm) | 17" (43cm) | 15.5" (39cm) | 16" (40cm) |
| 6-9M | 26-27" (69cm) | 17.5" (44cm) | 16.25" (41cm) | 16.5" (42cm) |
| 9-12M | 27-29" (73cm) | 18" (46cm) | 16.75" (43cm) | 17" (43cm) |
| 12-18M | 29-31" (78cm) | 18.5" (47cm) | 17" (43cm) | 18" (46cm) |
| 18-24M | 31-33" (83cm) | 19.5" (49cm) | 18.5" (47cm) | 18.5" (47cm) |
| 2T | 33-36" (91cm) | 21" (53cm) | 19.5" (49cm) | 19.5" (49cm) |
| 3T | 36-39" (99cm) | 22" (56cm) | 20" (51cm) | 21.5" (54cm) |
| 4T | 39-44" (112cm) | 23" (58cm) | 21" (53cm) | 22.5" (57cm) |
| 5T | 44-50" (126cm) | 24" (61cm) | 21.5" (54cm) | 23" (58cm) |
| 6/7 | 48-52" (132cm) | 25" (63cm) | 22" (56cm) | 24" (61cm) |
| 7/8 | 50-56" (142cm) | 26.25" (66cm) | 22.5" (57cm) | 25" (63cm) |
| 8/9 | 54-58" (147cm) | 27.25" (69cm) | 23.25" (59cm) | 26" (66cm) |
| 9/10 | 56-62" (156cm) | 28.5" (71cm) | 24" (61cm) | 27" (68cm) |
Youth
| Size | Height | Chest | Waist | Hips | Trunk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 50" (127cm) | 25" (64cm) | 21" (54cm) | 26" (66cm) | 43" (109cm) |
| 8 | 52" (132cm) | 26" (66cm) | 22" (56cm) | 27" (69cm) | 45" (114cm) |
| 9 | 54" (137cm) | 27" (68cm) | 23" (58cm) | 28" (71cm) | 47" (119cm) |
| 10 | 56" (142cm) | 28" (71cm) | 24" (61cm) | 29" (74cm) | 49" (124cm) |
| 11 | 57" (145cm) | 29" (74cm) | 25" (64cm) | 30" (76cm) | 50" (127cm) |
| 12 | 58" (147cm) | 30" (76cm) | 26" (66cm) | 31" (79cm) | 51" (130cm) |
| 13 | 59" (149cm) | 31" (78cm) | 27" (69cm) | 32" (81cm) | 52" (132cm) |
| 14 | 60" (152cm) | 32" (81cm) | 28" (71cm) | 33" (84cm) | 53" (135cm) |
| 15 | 61" (155cm) | 33" (84cm) | 29" (74cm) | 34" (86cm) | 54" (137cm) |
| 16 | 62" (158cm) | 34" (86cm) | 30" (76cm) | 35" (89cm) | 55" (140cm) |
| 17 | 63" (160cm) | 35" (89cm) | 31" (79cm) | 36" (92cm) | 56" (142cm) |
| 18 | 64" (163cm) | 36" (92cm) | 32" (81cm) | 37" (94cm) | 57" (145cm) |
Women's
| Size | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 31" (79cm) | 25" (64cm) | 32" (81cm) |
| XS | 33" (84cm) | 27" (67cm) | 35" (89cm) |
| S | 35" (89cm) | 29" (74cm) | 37" (94cm) |
| M | 37" (94cm) | 32" (81cm) | 40" (102cm) |
| L | 39" (99cm) | 35" (89cm) | 43" (109cm) |
| XL | 43" (109cm) | 38" (97cm) | 47" (119cm) |
| 1X | 47" (119cm) | 42" (107cm) | 51" (129cm) |
| 2X | 52" (132cm) | 46" (117cm) | 56" (142cm) |
| 3X | 57" (145cm) | 50" (127cm) | 61" (155cm) |
| 4X | 62" (158cm) | 55" (140cm) | 66" (168cm) |
| 5X | 67" (170cm) | 60" (152cm) | 71" (180cm) |
Men's
| Size | Chest | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|
| XXS | 31" (78cm) | 26" (66cm) | 31" (78cm) |
| XS | 34" (86cm) | 28" (71cm) | 34" (86cm) |
| S | 37" (94cm) | 31" (78cm) | 37" (94cm) |
| M | 40" (102cm) | 34" (86cm) | 40" (102cm) |
| L | 43" (109cm) | 37" (94cm) | 43" (109cm) |
| XL | 46" (117cm) | 40" (102cm) | 45" (114cm) |
| 1X | 49" (124cm) | 44" (112cm) | 47" (119cm) |
| 2X | 52" (132cm) | 48" (122cm) | 49" (124cm) |
| 3X | 55" (140cm) | 52" (132cm) | 52" (132cm) |
| 4X | 58" (147cm) | 56" (142cm) | 55" (140cm) |
| 5X | 61" (155cm) | 60" (152cm) | 58" (147cm) |
A quick note before you dive in: Our patterns include multiple files so you can sew the way you like—at home on a printer, at a copyshop (A0), or with a projector.
Quick answers
- After checkout, you can download your pattern from the confirmation page, from the email we send, or anytime under Account → My Downloads using the same email you purchased with.
- Your files come in a .zip. It’s easiest to download on a computer, unzip, and you’ll see: Instructions, Letter/A4, A0, and a Projector file.
- Printing at home? Open the Letter/A4 PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader and print at 100% (Actual Size), then check the test square.
- Prefer no paper? Use the Projector file. It includes a calibration layer so you can confirm scale before you cut.
- Need a big print? Send the A0 file to a local copyshop or an online printer.
- If you get stuck, email hello@lowlandkids.com and we'll be happy to help!
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Downloads & accounts
How do I get my files?
Right after payment you’ll see a download button on the confirmation page. We also email you links in your order confirmation email. And you can log in to our website any time and find everything under View Downloads.
What pattern files are included?
Four PDFs: Instructions, Letter/A4 (home printing), A0 (copyshop), and Projector.
Can I download on my phone or tablet?
Yes! Check out our Printing and Projector tips page for specific guidance.
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Projector sewing (quick start)
Do your patterns include projector files?
Yes—our current catalog includes projector-optimized files for nearly all patterns. You’ll see “Projector” listed in each download.
How do I check scale?
Open the Projector file and turn on the calibration layer. Confirm the 1” / 2.5 cm squares measure correctly. If you move your projector or cutting surface, re-check before you cut.
Any setup tips?
Keep the text/markers layer visible. If labels look faint, check your PDF viewer’s accessibility settings and disable “replace document colors.” You can also enable the black background layer for higher contrast.
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Print-at-home (Letter/A4)
1. Open the Letter/A4 PDF in Adobe Acrobat Reader.
2. In the print dialog, choose Actual Size (100%) and auto portrait/landscape.
3. Print the page with the test square first; measure to confirm scale.
Troubleshooting:
- If the whole pattern prints on a single page, you likely opened the wrong file (use Letter/A4, not A0 or Projector).
- If lines look fuzzy or misaligned, try “Print as image,” make sure your printer driver is up to date, and restart your computer.
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Copyshop / A0
Download the A0 file and send it to a copyshop or an online service. Many sewists print a single master copy and trace sizes as needed.
Note that we protect our patterns by locking the pdf files to prevent editing in tools like Adobe Illustrator. In rare circumstances copy shops might use software that invisibly requests edit access and will show errors when attempting to open our files.
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Layers (print only the sizes you need)
All patterns include layers. Open the Layers panel in Acrobat Reader and hide sizes you don’t need. This keeps lines clear and makes grading between sizes easier.
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Sizing & skill level
Each product page shows the skill level and links to the size chart. If measurements land between sizes, it’s common to use the width of one size and the length of another.
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What machines do I need?
A regular sewing machine is all you need to start. A serger is optional but great for knit fabrics and tidy seams. A coverstitch is helpful for professional hems but not required.
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Can I sell what I make?
Yes—items must be sewn by you personally. Mass production or outsourcing isn’t allowed. For manufacturing inquiries, email us.
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Need help?
We’re happy to troubleshoot downloads, printing, or projector setup. Email hello@lowlandkids.com and include your order email and a screenshot of your issue if you can.
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 13 reviews.
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Review topics: ["pattern","instructions","shorts"].
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So cute!
"Instructions are easy to follow and the shorts came out so cute!"
Easy and cute!
"Very easy and super cute shorts. I've been using the patterns for boys and girls."
First time and fun!
"Loved this pattern! My first time doing pocket on an item and the instructions were easy to follow!"
The pattern + sizing guide
"The pattern + sizing guide + instructions was perfect and easy to follow for my upcycled 0-3m size surf shorts. This was my first time sewing using a pattern, since I used to only sew for myself and would make my own patterns. Well now that I have a little one, the LLK patterns make it so easy to make stuff for him. It is also a huge time saver since my time is being taken up by my new tiny human."
Very nice pattern, easy to
"Very nice pattern, easy to follow"
"So easy to make and looked adorable! Love the pocket option❤️"
Loved these shorts. A quick
"Loved these shorts. A quick sew and the grandkids love them."
I actually haven’t made them
"I actually haven’t made them up as yet. I will be at the weekend. When I have time off work. I am sure they will be great 😊"
Surf shorts
"Made a pair of shorts with this patter. Fast, easy and they came out great"
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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 13 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
Summary topics
Review topics: ["pattern","instructions","shorts"].
Review highlights
Reviews
Love
"Super easy pattern to follow! I’ve gotten many patterns from this site and they all work out really well. I made a simple version of the shorts but next time I’ll add the pockets."
So cute!
"Instructions are easy to follow and the shorts came out so cute!"
Easy and cute!
"Very easy and super cute shorts. I've been using the patterns for boys and girls."
First time and fun!
"Loved this pattern! My first time doing pocket on an item and the instructions were easy to follow!"
The pattern + sizing guide
"The pattern + sizing guide + instructions was perfect and easy to follow for my upcycled 0-3m size surf shorts. This was my first time sewing using a pattern, since I used to only sew for myself and would make my own patterns. Well now that I have a little one, the LLK patterns make it so easy to make stuff for him. It is also a huge time saver since my time is being taken up by my new tiny human."
Very nice pattern, easy to
"Very nice pattern, easy to follow"
"So easy to make and looked adorable! Love the pocket option❤️"
Loved these shorts. A quick
"Loved these shorts. A quick sew and the grandkids love them."
I actually haven’t made them
"I actually haven’t made them up as yet. I will be at the weekend. When I have time off work. I am sure they will be great 😊"
Surf shorts
"Made a pair of shorts with this patter. Fast, easy and they came out great"