DIY POM POM SHORTS

I have an addiction to converting trousers into shorts - a necessity in Hong Kong where all the trousers are too short for me.  What better way to recreate a pair of pastel yellow thrifted trousers than by turning them into shorts and adding a pom pom trimmed hem? This is a twenty minute project with such a fun summery result - and is definite festival/beach wear!

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before and after diy pom pom shorts


Steps after the jump!


You need:
- Thrifted trousers to create the shorts (or ready-made shorts)
- White pom pom trimming
- Scissors
- Needle and thread or a sewing machine

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How to:
1. If, like me, you are converting trousers into shorts, use a pin to mark the length of the shorts you want and then cut the shorts off, making sure to leave an allowance for the hem.
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2. Roll the hem over (including the lining if there is one) and iron down.
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3. Using your sewing machine (or by hand) sew the hem down.
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4. Sew the pom pom trim onto the hem, which can again either be done by hand or with a machine.
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Finished! It couldn't be easier right?
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Wearing: DIY shorts, H&M jersey t-shirt, neon bracelet (designed by me).

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