29 January 2025

NEW PATTERN! Meet the Cece joggers + shorts

Models wearing joggers + sweat shorts sewing pattern in pink and colour block
Are you ready to step into your cosy era? Let us introduce the Cece joggers + shorts sewing pattern!

Cece (pronounced see-see) is cute, cosy, and super comfy – whether you’re working out, working from home, or chilling out! Be warned, once you've put your Ceces on, you'll never want to take them off.

Read on to find out all about Cece...

GET THE CECE PATTERN

A smiling model wears pink sweat shorts with a light blue t-shirt
A model wears pink sweat shorts with a light blue t-shirt
A model wears colour block joggers in white, turquoise, pink and burgundy with a grey t-shirt
A model wears colour block joggers in white, turquoise, pink and burgundy with a matching colour block sweatshirt
Cece joggers and shorts technical drawings

THE PATTERN DESIGN

The Cece joggers and shorts have a relaxed fit, and a mid-rise elasticated waistband to provide maximum comfort. They feature a panel down the side, with an optional extra diagonal seam on the joggers version, which is perfect for colour blocking. The front seam of the side panel also cleverly conceals optional in-seam pockets!

  • Mid-rise joggers or sweat shorts
  • Side panel with optional in-seam pockets
  • Elasticated drawstring waistband finished with topstitching
  • Joggers version has ribbed cuffs and optional diagonal colour block detail on the side panel 

Since releasing the Drew sweatshirt, we’d been getting lots of requests for a joggers pattern to match – and as luck would have it, we were already on it! Pair Cece with our coordinating Drew pattern for the ultimate me-made loungewear.

GET THE CECE PATTERN

Cece joggers and shorts sewing pattern cover

SIZING AND FORMATS

The Cece pattern is available in either printed or PDF format in 15 sizes - UK 6-34 / US 2-30 / EUR 34-62 / 84-155cm (33-61in) hip. 

Sizes UK 6-16 and 18-34 are drafted and graded for a different set of proportions to get a better fit. Sizes 18-34 include slightly more room at the waist and hips, and a bit more space for a fuller booty.

Our award-winning sewing patterns feature clear instructions with step-by-step colour photos to guide you through the project. The pattern pieces themselves are clearly labelled so you can see which seam is which and how they go together. 

Order the printed sewing pattern and we'll send you a beautiful package in the post, with a full-colour instruction booklet. Made in the UK, our patterns are printed on durable paper which you can use again and again without it tearing or scrunching up.

Order the PDF and you'll get an email straight after purchase with a file to either print and assemble at home on A4 or Letter size paper or send to a copyshop or pattern printer to print full scale on A0. The Cece PDF pattern includes layered sizes too, so you can print just the sizes you want - yay!

A model wears pink sweat shorts with a light blue t-shirt
A model wears pink sweat shorts with a light blue t-shirt

FABRIC + SUPPPLIES

Cece is designed for sweatshirt fleece or French terry (loopback), with ribbing for the cuffs on the joggers version. You can make Cece all in the same colour, or have fun colour blocking the different pieces. 

You'll also need:

  • Matching thread
  • 40mm (1 1/2in) wide elastic to the length of your waist measurement
  • Small piece of iron-on interfacing
  • Drawstring cord, jersey yarn, or flat cotton tape to the length of your waist measurement + 75cm (30in) – or a small length of cotton jersey fabric to make your own drawstring
  • 2 safety pins
  • Sewing machine with adjustable zigzag stitch and buttonhole foot
  • Basic sewing tools (incl ballpoint or stretch needle for your sewing machine)
  • Optional: Overlocker (AKA serger)

For the full fabric requirements, take a look at the Cece page on our online shop.

A model sitting down, wearing colour block joggers in white, turquoise, pink and burgundy with a grey t-shirt
A model wears colour block joggers in white, turquoise, pink and burgundy with a grey t-shirt
A close up of the pocket on the colour block joggers in white, turquoise, pink and burgundy

TIPS + TUTORIALS

We've labelled Cece as an “improver” level pattern, as the pockets involve quite a few steps to reduce the bulk of the seams. But if you’re a confident beginner (or just prefer a quick and easy sew), simply leave out the pockets!

You will be supported all the way with our clear instructions, and if there are any techniques you aren't sure about, you'll find lots of extra help on our Cece pattern support page.

You can sew the project from start to finish on a regular sewing machine with an adjustable zigzag stitch, or you can use an overlocker (serger) for some of the steps if you have one.

A model wears pink sweat shorts with a light blue t-shirt
A model wears colour block joggers in white, turquoise, pink and burgundy with a matching colour block sweatshirt

We can't wait to see what you make with the Cece pattern! And don't forget to share your progress shots and finished makes with us over on Insta by tagging us @TillyButtons and using the hashtag #SewingCece so we can find them. Happy sewing!

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Fabrics: Minerva Core Range Melange Fleece Back Sweatshirt in shades "bright pink", "marine" and "dark damson"; Minerva Core Range Fleece Back Sweatshirt in "ivory"; Minerva Core Range Melange Ribbing in shades "bright pink" and "dark damson"
Photographer: Jane Looker
Hair and make up: Charlotte at The Bridal Stylists
Samples sewn by Susan Young