These crochet shorts are genuinely fun to wear. They fit close to the body with a wide ribbed waistband that stays put, and the bold horizontal stripes give them that retro, feel-good energy that makes you want to put them on the second the weather turns warm.

This crochet shorts pattern for beginners walks you through the whole construction in 38 detailed pages, with photos at each step so you’re never left guessing. There’s also a link to a full YouTube tutorial if you prefer to follow along with video.

The best part is that you won’t be stuck trying to fit your body into a standard size. This pattern is fully size-inclusive and works entirely from your own measurements, so the shorts actually fit the way you want them to. You crochet them top-down in the round using 4ply cotton yarn and a 3mm hook.

Stripes are a big part of the personality, and the pattern works in any color combo you like. The samples shown come in red and cream, red and blue, and a pretty blue and white multi-stripe, but the approach is the same no matter what colors you choose. Pick what makes you happy!