How do you hem jeans?

Agnès and Julie have already extolled the importance of Finishing in their highly informative article on Trousers hems.

Today, we're following in their footsteps with a focus on the denim hem!And yes, here we'll be talking about the different options for properly finishing the bottom of your denim.

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Reminder: what exactly is a hem?

The hem is the Finishing touch at the bottom of your Trousers, skirt or dress.

On jeans, it is generally sewn and visible thanks to a large seam. There are different ways of doing this, depending on the type of jeans you're wearing and your style.

Trousers bottoms are also in fashion, perfect with Mom cut denim.

Prepare your jeans and define the hem

Before you start, we recommend that you wash your jeans if they're new! They may shrink a little in the machine, so you'll be able to start with the right base.

Then, there are two methods available to you.
You can modify the original hem or make a new one.

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Add a piece of fabric and increase the length of your denim

Whether you choose to alter the original hem or make a new one, take the time to measure, cut, sew and iron your Trousers once the hem is complete.

This will help you achieve perfect Finishing.

Warning: if you choose to redo a new hem, be careful with your measurements because once the fabric is cut, you won't be able to go back!

A raw fringe hem

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Simply cut the bottom of your Trousers to the desired height.

Then, using tweezers, pull the threads of your jeans as far as you like. You can also use a pumice stone for an even more authentic look.

Frayed hem
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Customised fringed hems
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Customise your hem

Once you've made your hem, why not let your imagination run wild and customize the bottom of your jeans in your own way?

Fringes, frills, beads, ... create something unique that suits you.

At Tilli, we're not short of ideas or madness. Every day, the collaboration between our talented Tillistes and our partners gives rise to unique and singular creations.

For a chic and original hem, let us blow you away with a thunderous idea:
bead embroidery. Discover our collection of Swarovski stones and choose the ones we'll come and embroider on your denim hem. Success guaranteed.

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Pinroll hem
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The little extra: the Pinroll!

We couldn't conclude this article without telling you about the trendiest of hems, the Pinroll.

Adopted by all sneaker wearers,
this ultra-simple little hem allows you to show off your ankle and, more importantly, your shoes!

No need for a machine or needle for the Pinroll, simply tighten the bottom of your jeans to the diameter of your ankle and turn them over twice on themselves.

No more, no less. Hemming has never been easier!

Be careful though, this hem will only work with jeans that aren't too short or too wide. And of course, it won't work with skinnies.

So, now that you know all about denim hems, which one should you choose for your denim?
We'd love to embark on a crazy sewing project to turn your Trousers hems into works of art. Are you tempted?
This article was written with the best intentions for our clients thanks to Chloé

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