Track Shorts

$8.00
 

The track shorts are an awesome gender neutral pattern! I love it when my girls and boys can match with each other. 

Included with Pattern:
PDF - Letter, A0 (including a projector optimized page in the A0 file)

Includes Layered Pattern, Fabric/Notion Requirements, and Pictured Instructions

Skill Level:
Advanced Beginner

Binding can be tricky if you're just starting out. Checkout the tutorial on the website and practice on scraps before sewing on the shorts! 

Sizes & Fabric Quantity:
All Sizes: 1/2 Yard

Materials:
* Knit or woven fabric, we love to use french terry for these shorts
* 1 - 1 1/4" elastic
* Drawstring (optional) 

Additional Sizes Examples and Pictures:
Click HERE

Additional Details:
Sizes NB-9/10. I would highly suggest sizing DOWN for girls. Because these shorts are gender neutral they run a tad big. I find they fit cuter on the girls if they’re a little smaller, but if your girly likes the bigger/longer shorts then go ahead and pick her true size. Elastic width will also change the rise slightly. For my daughter I like to size down and use 1 1/4” elastic!

Once payment has gone through you will be able to download your files immediately! You will also receive both a confirmation email and an email with a link to download your files. The confirmation email will give you the option to view your order where you can download your files. Lots of options! Be sure to check your promotions/spam/junk folders if the email with the file links doesn't come to your inbox.

Please don't share the file with anyone, though you are welcome to share a printed size with others. 

If you have any issues feel free to email hello@lowlandkids.com

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!


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.


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.


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.


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. 


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.


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.


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.


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.


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: 4.928571 / 5 from 42 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Track Shorts offer a gender-neutral pattern that customers love, with a fit that is both easy to sew and highly satisfactory. The pattern includes detailed instructions and is suitable for advanced beginners. Fabric choices and sizing options are provided to ensure a perfect fit.

Summary topics

  • Pattern Appeal: 56%
  • Fit Satisfaction: 30%

Review topics: ["pattern","style","looks","shorts","fit","sew","instructions","end","make"].

Review highlights

  • "Perfect and easy pattern with a good fit in real life"Bo S.
  • "Both patterns were very easy to follow and the fit was excellent."Donna O.
  • "Fit was good (I sized up for chubby baby and cloth diaper)."Tilly L.

Reviews

Cutest shorts Easy to Sew

"I can’t make enough of these stylish comfy toddler shorts! I didn’t own a serger at time I made these & pattern is a quick sew, containing great instructions, and don’t let the binding shy you away- there’s a great tutorial provided! Binding quilts for past 4 yrs definitely came in handy, but I still watched the video! Love love love these!"

Raquel R. (5/5)

Love this pattern so much.

"Love this pattern so much. Great one if you like binding which I am currently obsessed with. There is video support available as well. Will definitely me making more of these. I used French Terry which was perfect fabric for this project."

Janine W. (5/5)

Super cute and easy to

"Super cute and easy to follow!"

Marisol A. (5/5)

Beginners can do it!

"I’m still pretty novice at sewing, but this pattern and the YouTube tutorial made it less scary."

Becky K. (5/5)

Cute, quick, comfy stash buster

"So straightforward and easy to sew. Super cute fit. Bonus: a great way to use up small remnants. Both my girls love them."

Jaclyn K. (5/5)

Pattern worked great for board

"Pattern worked great for board shorts for my girls! Fit was spot on and they look super cute on!"

Jennifer S. (5/5)

These are so stinkin’ cute!

"These are so stinkin’ cute! Fun & easy to make."

Melissa B. (5/5)

Super easy pattern ! I

"Super easy pattern ! I will be making many of these for summer :)"

kyra r. (5/5)

Track Shorts for the win!

"I made the Track Shorts in sizes 6 and 10. The fit was spot on and I loved the way they looked on my granddaughters. The instructions were easy to understand and follow. I’m going to try making them in woven next! Thanks for great patterns!"

Valerie K. (5/5)

Love this pattern. Easy and

"Love this pattern. Easy and fun to make. Sizes are accurate! Was having trouble finding shorts that fit my Grandson, these are adorable on him!"

Linda K. (5/5)

Q&A

Overall rating: 4.928571 / 5 from 42 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Track Shorts offer a gender-neutral pattern that customers love, with a fit that is both easy to sew and highly satisfactory. The pattern includes detailed instructions and is suitable for advanced beginners. Fabric choices and sizing options are provided to ensure a perfect fit.

Summary topics

  • Pattern Appeal: 56%
  • Fit Satisfaction: 30%

Review topics: ["pattern","style","looks","shorts","fit","sew","instructions","end","make"].

Review highlights

  • "Perfect and easy pattern with a good fit in real life"Bo S.
  • "Both patterns were very easy to follow and the fit was excellent."Donna O.
  • "Fit was good (I sized up for chubby baby and cloth diaper)."Tilly L.

Reviews

Cutest shorts Easy to Sew

"I can’t make enough of these stylish comfy toddler shorts! I didn’t own a serger at time I made these & pattern is a quick sew, containing great instructions, and don’t let the binding shy you away- there’s a great tutorial provided! Binding quilts for past 4 yrs definitely came in handy, but I still watched the video! Love love love these!"

Raquel R. (5/5)

Love this pattern so much.

"Love this pattern so much. Great one if you like binding which I am currently obsessed with. There is video support available as well. Will definitely me making more of these. I used French Terry which was perfect fabric for this project."

Janine W. (5/5)

Super cute and easy to

"Super cute and easy to follow!"

Marisol A. (5/5)

Beginners can do it!

"I’m still pretty novice at sewing, but this pattern and the YouTube tutorial made it less scary."

Becky K. (5/5)

Cute, quick, comfy stash buster

"So straightforward and easy to sew. Super cute fit. Bonus: a great way to use up small remnants. Both my girls love them."

Jaclyn K. (5/5)

Pattern worked great for board

"Pattern worked great for board shorts for my girls! Fit was spot on and they look super cute on!"

Jennifer S. (5/5)

These are so stinkin’ cute!

"These are so stinkin’ cute! Fun & easy to make."

Melissa B. (5/5)

Super easy pattern ! I

"Super easy pattern ! I will be making many of these for summer :)"

kyra r. (5/5)

Track Shorts for the win!

"I made the Track Shorts in sizes 6 and 10. The fit was spot on and I loved the way they looked on my granddaughters. The instructions were easy to understand and follow. I’m going to try making them in woven next! Thanks for great patterns!"

Valerie K. (5/5)

Love this pattern. Easy and

"Love this pattern. Easy and fun to make. Sizes are accurate! Was having trouble finding shorts that fit my Grandson, these are adorable on him!"

Linda K. (5/5)

Q&A