I have made lots of shorts!  I have taken my pants block and adjusted the inseam to create shorts.  I’ve made solid, prints, welts, pleat, elastic back and fly fronts with zippers.   I’ve used stretch twills, Ankara, tencel, linen, etc., the options are endless.  I think if you have a pair of pants that fit, experiment with lengths and make shorts.  I know those with larger thighs like mine struggle with riding up between the legs and I find for my thighs, 8″-15″ inseam tends to work for me.  The closer the fit and heavier the fabric the less riding between the legs.  There’s a balance between length, fabric and…