The Mint Needle

Hey readers! Remember those New Year's resolutions I had? Well, it turns out I've finally made those hot pants. Today, I share with you my colorful, new shorts & the interesting way I came to create them. I started off by meddling through layers of fabric until I found the perfect, lightweight cotton print. Originally, I was going to do a plaid, but who wants that? I could've just taken a pair of men's boxers & worn them. Right? So I opted to go for an unusual print. It had to be something fun & colorful that I couldn't find at a clothing store. Take a look at my choice: "Jomo Dot" The Alexander Henry Fabrics Collection Now, I know the next steps sound a little off kilt, but overall this is what I did. I mentally cut my body in half - from the front and from the side. I measured from below my belly button to the outside of my hip. Next, I measured from in between my legs, where the shorts would fall, to the outside of my thig...