inside: Learn how to sew summer pjs, using two free pdf patterns. Cute and easy summer pjs with free sewing patterns and tutorials. Add sublimation for easy personalization as well.
It’s been very very unseasonably warm here. We changed out the winter duvet inserts to our summer ones and it was also time for summer style Pjs! Rose needed new summer pajamas for sure, and with how warm it is, I decided to sew some up this week.
Summer pajamas from free sewing patterns
This easy top and shorts was a quick sew, but they turned out just how we wanted and have been worn every night since making them.
We picked out the rib knit together at the store, and Rose also chose the sublimation print to add. I choose the two free pdf patterns I used here.
I finished the hems with a lettuce style hem using my serger and I LOVE the look. The arm edges didn’t stretch and ruffle quite as well due to the direction of stretch on the fabric. It’s still cute, but the lettuce hem works best going the direction of greatest stretch.
I’ll share how easy it is to put these patterns together below, and also the links to the two free patterns I used.
Other free pajama patterns to try
- Simple Pj set
- Vintage Sheet Pajamas
- Womens PJ/Lounge shorts
- Womens longer vintage sheet pjs
- 1 hour pj tutorial
- DIY striped fabric and robot Pjs
how to sew pjs with free pdf patterns
Ok, first, here are the links to the patterns used. I’m also sharing the quick sew tutorials below, but if you need more sewing help, please refer to the original tutorials for these patterns. I bought 1.5 yard of the rub knit to make these pjs in size 10/12 and I have fabric left. I think I just just a bit over a yard.
Summer shorts full original sewing tutorial
Crop top original sewing tutorial
Below you can see the pieces cut out. TWO shorts pieces, FRONT and BACK crop top {added 2 inches length}, Neck back for top. Not pictured – 1 inch elastic to finish the shorts.
Let’s start by sewing up the top. Use a serger for all seams OR a zig-zag on your sewing machine. Sew the shirt front and back together at one shoulder.
Add the neckband to the open neckline. {need help with your neckband? Neckband tutorial here}
With right sides together, sew the other shoulder seam. Sew the side seams of the shirt from arm edge to bottom edge.
Now sew the shirt to the side. {if using regular hems, you can fold over edges and hem now} Lettuce hem details below.
Place the two shorts pieces right sides together, sew the front and back curved crotch seams.
Open up the shorts and sew the inseam, matching the front and back seams.
Measure the elastic to fit the waist you are sewing for. Sew the elastic into a circle, then stretch evenly along the top of the pants. Pin or clip in place.
Sew elastic to top edge of shorts, stretching as you sew. Use a serger or zig-zag stitch to sew to the top of the shorts.
Fold the fabric and elastic over. I like to sew from the right side, stretch and sew the elastic to finish the top. Need help with this step? See my Elastic Waistband tutorial.
I used a zig-zag to secure the folded over fabric and elastic. Now its time to finish the bottom of the shorts and the bottom and sleeves of the top. I used a lettuce style hem on my serger to complete the look. You can also create this look on your sewing machine. Need help with this? Here is my Lettuce Hem tutorial.
Now you can sleep well in your new summer pjs all summer long!
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