How to Hem Pants
Are your pant too long and in need of alterations? Save money and learn how to hem pants by yourself with the help of our expert in this free sewing video on hemming pants.
Series Summary
Got another pair of hand-me-downs from your taller or older sibling? Maybe the store didn’t stock the right length for that otherwise perfect pair of pants? Sure they fit fine in the waist, but aren’t you tired of tripping over that extra two inches of fabric under your heel? The old roll-up trick is fine if you’re beachcombing, but hardly appropriate for the office or a night out. Fixing the hem in your pants is so easy, and you can save time and money by performing this simple operation yourself. In this series of free how to videos you’ll get expert advice on how to properly hem a pair of pants. Fashion designer Andrew Boyd takes you through the process step-by-step, from removing the old hem and getting the correct measure, to choosing the best color and thickness of the thread, as well as the right size needle, and sewing in the new hem. By following these simple video instructions you’ll never have to worry about bunched-up pant legs, or tripping over the extra fabric ever again.-
How to Thread a Needle with Multiple Thread Colors
Learn how to hem pants requiring multiple thread colors with a thread helper with expert hemming tips in this free tailoring video clip.
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How to Fix Bad Hems
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Our expert will show you how to fix bad hems in this free sewing video.
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How to Pin a Hem
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Learn how to pin the pants hem before you start sewing with expert tips on hemming pants in this free sewing video.
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Supplies for Hemming Pants
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Our expert shows you the supplies you'll need to hem a pair of pants in this free sewing video.
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How to Match Pants Hems
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Our expert will show you how to match up pants hems in this free sewing video.
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How to Mark a Hem
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Learn how to mark the hem location with expert tips on hemming pants in this free sewing video.
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Picking Thread Color for Hemming Pants
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Our expert shows you how to pick thread color for hemming a pair of pants in this free sewing video.
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Determining Thread Length for Hemming Pants
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Learn how to figure out the thread length you'll need to hem a pair of pants with expert tips in this free sewing video.
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How to Hem Over a Hem
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Learn how to hem over an old hem with expert tips in this free sewing video.
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Picking Needle Size for Hemming Pants
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Learn how to pick the right needle size for hemming pants in this free sewing video.
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Picking Thread Thickness for Hemming Pants
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Our expert shows you how to pick the thread thickness to hem a pair of pants in this free sewing video.
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How to Sew a Hem on Pants
Save money on alterations and hem pants by yourself. Our expert will show you how with great sewing tips for hemming pants in this free clothing care video.
