Last Updated on February 17, 2023 by Team Ideas24
Short people always need to have their pants hemmed and this is an extra expense for them every time they buy a new pair. This tutorial will show you how to do it yourself :)
Looking for the perfect jeans is almost impossible. Usually, the leg is either too long or too short. If the legs or too long, you can have them repaired by folding them and sewing them by yourself. If you want to keep the original hem, you can do so, or if you want to make a new one, you can do so.
Always remember that working with these jeans is challenging, so we have provided you with a few strategies you may consider.
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What are the tips to hem your jeans?
Hemming the jeans is one of the most common alterations in garments. From hemming up a few ‘hand-me-downs’ for your kinds and tailoring jeans. To hem jeans with the use of a sewing machine can be challenging, so we will give you a few techniques on how to hem jeans.
Whatever method you use, just always remember to use the correct needle for your jeans. To adapt to the thickness, the ideal needle sizes for these jeans range from size 16 to 18.
What are the two ways to hem jeans?
There are two ways to hem jeans. Here are the methods:
1. Removing the original hem
In this method, you will simply make a pattern and cut the excess fabric before sewing. The original hem will be cut away. After ironing, this will provide a nice and even look to your jeans.
2. Keeping the original hem
In this method, you will not cut the excess fabric after folding. You will simply fold it and sew the folded part of the jeans. Iron it to make it a little flat. Although this method will still give a little bump to the jeans, it will preserve the original hem.
What are the materials needed to hem jeans?
You’ll be needing the following materials to hem jeans quickly.
- Clean and ironed pair of pants
- Scissors
- Pins
- Iron
- Sewing Machine
- The thread that matches your jeans
How to quickly hem jeans?
Here’s the process on how to hem your jeans by removing the original hem.
1. Fold your jeans to make a pattern
Put the jeans on, find where you want your jeans to lay, and pin it at the fold.
2. Pin the folded area
Put the pins near the circumference of the legs to keep them in the same position. Make sure the seams are identical on each leg, and that they are exactly aligned with each other.[1]
Remove your jeans. Take note of where the pin is located, and re-pin the jeans, putting the original hem slightly above your first mark.
3. Sew right next to the original hem
Sew right next to the original hem, like in this image.
4. Remove the excess fabric
Then do a zig-zag stitch just below the seam you just sewed to help prevent fraying. Cut off the extra fabric, fold it over, and iron flat.
5. Topstitch
Then topstitch. This secures the zig-zag stitch area and prevents it from flipping up after washing. Make sure the thread matches perfectly, and keep your line straight and even.
Hem Jeans Quick and Easy: 4 Steps
Iron pants for a little bit and that’s it!
To hem jeans by keeping the original hem, simply disregard step 4 above.
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