Samoa Shorts in Adriafil Parigi - Downloadable PDF

Samoa Shorts Crochet Pattern in Adriafil Parigi – Downloadable PDF

The Samoa Shorts is a free, downloadable crochet pattern designed for a size 42/44 fit. This pattern produces a pair of casual, relaxed-fit shorts with a split hem detail, worked in the popular Adriafil Parigi yarn. The design is constructed in two separate leg pieces that are then joined and worked upward as one piece, making it an approachable project for crocheters with a solid understanding of basic shaping techniques.

What Is Being Made

The finished garment is a pair of crocheted shorts, worked flat and seamed. Each leg is begun separately, then the stitches are combined and worked together to form the body of the shorts. The upper edge features a decorative trim, and the lower sides of each leg are left open for approximately 5 cm to create a flattering split detail. The overall length of the body section measures approximately 25.5 cm, giving the shorts a comfortable, wearable silhouette.

Construction and Techniques

• Separate leg construction: The right leg is worked first, beginning with a foundation chain of 39 stitches. The left leg is then worked to match. Both legs are subsequently joined, and the work continues across all stitches as one combined piece.
• Shaping: Each leg is increased on the left side by 1 stitch every 3 rows, 3 times to shape the upper thigh. Once the legs are joined, decreases of 1 stitch every 3 rows are worked 11 times at each end to taper the waistband area.
• Centre increase: A single increase stitch is added at the centre point between the two legs when they are joined, helping to shape the crotch curve naturally.
• Split hem: The final 5 cm at the lower sides of each leg are left open when seaming, creating the signature split detail of the Samoa design.
• Upper edge trim: The waistband edge is finished with 2 rows of double crochet worked along the top edge, giving a neat and structured finish.
• Decorative stitch pattern: A lace-style pattern row is introduced, featuring treble crochet stitches alternated with 1-chain spaces and skipped stitches, with each row ending in a single crochet into the starting stitch. The first treble of each row is replaced by 3 chain stitches, a standard turning-chain technique in crochet.
• Making up: Finishing involves seaming the crotch and the inside leg seams using a tapestry needle, with the side seams sewn leaving the lower split open.

Stitches Used

• Double crochet (dc) – used as the main body stitch throughout both legs and the joined section
• Treble crochet (tr) – featured in the decorative trim row pattern at the upper edge
• Single crochet (sc) – used as the closing stitch at the end of each decorative row
• Chain stitch (ch) – used for the foundation chain, turning chains, and as part of the lace stitch pattern

Materials Required

• Yarn: Adriafil Parigi in lilac, shade no. 15 – approximately 250 g required. Parigi is a DK weight yarn from the Italian brand Adriafil, known for its smooth, workable texture that suits both stitch definition and drape in garment projects.
• Crochet hook: 5.00 mm crochet hook
• Tapestry needle for seaming and finishing

Pattern Format and Sizing

This pattern is available as a downloadable PDF and is offered completely free of charge. It is written for a single size, 42/44, making it ideal for crocheters looking for a straightforward wardrobe project with