How do I shrink my Trousers legs?
Whether your trousers are dragging on the floor or you just want to show off your pretty ankles, discover plenty of tips here for shortening your trouser bottoms.
Make a hem to shorten your Trousers
To shorten a pair of Trousers bottoms, the first idea that comes to mind is of course the hem.
Generally accessible to everyone, this sewing technique is ultra-practical and makes it easy to raise a pair of Trousers to the desired height.
In our Advice section, you'll actually discover several articles about hems. At Tilli, we're a bit addicted to these wonders! To name just a few of the topics covered, you can learn how to make Trousers hems or more specifically jeans hems.
But back to our sheep. To shorten the legs of your Trousers, you'll need to take several points into consideration, among them, your measurements, the material of your trousers and the work done on its seams.
Indeed, think that once cut, it will be more difficult to lengthen your Trousers. You can go progressively or make a flipped hem which won't require any cutting.
On the other hand, if your Trousers leg is flared or inhabited by pretty Italian-style pleats, the work will be more meticulous
So take the time to analyse your Trousers and the options available to you.
Don't forget that for certain pieces, it's best to call in a professional. Don't hesitate to get in touch with our team. A Tilliste will come straight to your home and take care of your Trousers to perfection!
A simple chisel
If your Trousers material and style allow, you can also, very simply, grab your scissors and cut straight through your trouser legs.
This will give you, in a matter of seconds, a raw bottom to the height of your choice!
Be careful though. For this makeshift option, you'll need to redouble your vigilance when it comes to the material of your Trousers. You don't want the threads to gradually fray and you end up with mini shorts!
So remember to surface the bottom with a thread of the same colour as your Trousers.
You can also customise these raw bottoms with pretty fringes, always in fashion.
If it ever goes wrong, which it can, don't panic. You can contact us and take a look at our article that explains how to lengthen Trousers!
Happy sewing!
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