Looking to personalize your Sunny Day Shorts? Adding pockets is a simple yet effective way to customize them. If you're unsure how to get started, the beach bum shorts tutorial provides a straightforward guide on drafting your own front pockets. Additionally, the hexagon-shaped pocket tutorial offers another creative option.
If you're seeking even more customization ideas and happen to own a few Oliver + S sewing patterns, you likely already have access to various pocket designs that could work. I've compiled a list of some of my favorite patterns featuring pockets that I think would pair well with the Sunny Day Shorts. Some of these examples were inspired by what other sewists have done with Oliver + S pockets. Keep in mind, though, that minor adjustments may be necessary depending on the design—such as sizing down if the pockets seem too large. Oh, and this list is extensive, so buckle up!
1) The Sandbox Pants come equipped with front patch pockets and button-through back patch pockets. As an example, Deb integrated the Sandbox Pants' front patch pockets into a pair of Sunny Day Shorts to create an awesome pirate outfit, complete with a School Bus T-Shirt.
2) The Art Museum Trousers include front pockets and back welt pockets. For those unfamiliar with welt pockets, our step-by-step photo tutorial breaks down the process, showing just how manageable this technique is.
3) The Field Trip Cargo Pants boast front pockets, back patch pockets, and large cargo pockets along the side seams. To accommodate the side cargo pockets, you might consider adding length to the shorts. With three distinct pocket styles, this single pattern offers immense versatility!
4) The Lullaby Layette features cute little back patch pockets on its elasticized pull-on pants, which go up to size 24 months. Patricia successfully transferred these pockets onto the back of a pair of 2T shorts, resulting in an adorable outcome.
5) The Ice Cream Dress showcases V-notch patch pockets that I believe could function as front, side, or back pockets.
6) The Playtime Dress and Tunic include set-in pockets, and I’d recommend skipping the topstitching for a cleaner look.
7) The Hopscotch Skirt features takeout box-shaped pockets, which I imagine would look charming as side pockets.
8) The Sketchbook Shorts provide easy-to-sew front pockets.
9) The Puppet Show Shorts highlight gathered bias-trimmed side pockets that are undeniably cute.
10) The Sunday Brunch Skirt boasts stylish front pockets.
11) The After School Pants offer front pockets and back patch pockets. They also include an optional ruffle detail around the front pocket openings.
12) Lastly, the Jump Rope Dress presents two types of pockets: side patch pockets and front gathered bias-trimmed patch pockets. These could easily be positioned in the front or on the sides. Emily cleverly placed the gathered bias-trimmed patch pockets on the sides of her shorts, yielding delightful results.
There you have it—plenty of options to explore! Utilizing pockets from patterns you already own extends their usefulness, which feels rewarding, doesn’t it? If you think of any additional pockets that would work but aren't mentioned here, feel free to share them in the comments. Additionally, if you’ve ever sewn up a pair of Sunny Day Shorts with Oliver + S pockets, please drop a link so everyone can admire your handiwork.
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