September 26th, 2012
How to hem tapered pants.
Not all pants are straight or wide legged. Many, like suits, will taper somewhat at the bottom, even if ever so slightly.This can be problematic when hemming. Here are a few tips to help with this process.
You will need
Sewing machine
Pants
Shoes
Matching thread
Trimming scissors or stitch ripper
Iron
Press board
Pins
Step One:
Try the pants on the client while wearing shoes. Roll the hem inside the leg, both sides, and pin about 1 inch off ground or at client's liking.
Step Two:
Flip pants inside out. Pin all around hem, 5/8 inch seam allowance. Trim extra fabric. Finish with serger or zig zag stitch.
Step Three:
On inside seam clip a few stitches so it splits apart. Pin in place. Press.
Step Four:
Sew in place, 1/2 inch from bottom cuff.
Step Five:
Wear pants.
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