There are many situations when your favorite clothes can no longer serve you. In order to give it a new life, there are several basic ways. And one of them is a reduction or increase in size, or a complete redesign of the model. What should I do if my trousers no longer fit? Of course, take them in. Let's look at how this is done in more detail.
Where to begin? Preparing for work.
In order to get started, you need to prepare all the materials and tools, and consider a few basic rules:
- you need to start with fitting. This will allow you to clarify exactly how much fabric needs to be removed in width in order for the trousers to fit perfectly;
- if the model is too large, it must be completely cut out and new patterns made again. This is a rather difficult process that requires care;
- for that to understand how the trousers will look after sewing, you need to turn them inside out. Determine the amount of fabric that needs to be removed and carefully pin it with pins. After that, return them to their original state and try them on. If you are satisfied with the appearance, then you can start working; if there are any shortcomings, it is better to repeat the procedure;
- During operation, you need to use a regular bar of soap. Then you will not need to wash the product. Since the marked lines are removed with a simple iron;
- The main thing to remember is that not all models of women's trousers can be sewn up. Many, after this process, may lose their shape and appearance;
- After finishing work, you need to iron the fabric well. In order for all the seams to fall into place and look like family.
By following a number of these simple rules, the work will go off with a bang, and the result will be satisfactory.
We sew in women's trousers with a belt. Step by step
In order to do this, you can use several methods. It is worth considering them in more detail.
How to make pants smaller on the sides? Stages
To reduce the size of your pants along the side seams, you need to perform several basic steps:
- Initially, you need to rip off the edge of the trouser leg, precisely from the side where you plan to make a new seam. The only caveat is that the process takes place along the entire length of the trouser leg. Otherwise, a defect may appear;
- after this, you need to turn the pants inside out and mark the line of the future seam. If this is not done accurately, the stitching will look uneven;
- The next step will be the process of basting the seam line. It can be done with pins or threads;
- excess material is cut off, after which it needs to be processed with a zigzag using a sewing machine;
- it is necessary to sew on the belt and the lower part of the trouser leg;
- After finishing work, be sure to steam the product with an iron.
How to properly suture them on both sides?
When you need to sew pants in several sizes, you need to work with two seam options. These are internal and external types. Initially, the procedure corresponds to the standard version, after which the following steps should be taken.
- split in the required places. Turn inside out and mark seams. This needs to be done with pins or white thread;
- After fitting, you need to sew and remove excess fabric. As in the first case, be sure to steam it.
What to do with flares?
Just recently, it was very fashionable to have flared trousers in your wardrobe. However, this trend has now gone out of modern fashion. To ensure that this product is not lost and forgotten, it can be improved with the help of sewing. Then they have a chance to become a classic trouser option. It is worth considering in more detail the procedure for changing your favorite product:
- The first thing to do is the already familiar procedure of turning the trousers inside out, after which the excess material is chopped off. The main thing is to pin both trouser legs equally;
- the second procedure is also standard. This is a fitting, after which it is necessary to baste the product. Of course, a full inspection is required. And only then, remove excess material and use a sewing machine;
- and of course, we process the edges and iron them.
Stitching along the middle seam
This option is great for reducing the waist size of your pants. Initially, it is necessary to clarify exactly how much suturing is necessary. After trying on, you need to rip off the belt and divide it in half. After turning the trousers inside out, a new seam is marked. Next, a stitch is made and excess edges are removed.The belt is stitched at the required distance and attached to the desired place. The seams are steamed and smoothed.
Sew the trousers from the bottom
This is the easiest and most convenient process of transforming trousers. To do this, you need to turn them inside out and measure out the required amount. Baste and try on. After finishing the work, you need to iron the resulting seam.
When is it worth redesigning the model?
Every girl has at least once bought trousers that no longer suit her. This happens for several reasons. The first of which is rapidly changing fashion. Yesterday it was still at the peak of popularity, and today fashion designers are dictating new conditions. Therefore, once-favorite trousers no longer fit. The second option is a sharp change in the volume of the figure. No matter how funny it may sound, many people dream of losing weight, and there are those who want to gain weight. Because of this, a large number of women no longer look graceful in their pants. In order not to throw away once-loved clothes, they can be completely restored and given a second chance. There are several possible reasons for making this decision:
- violation of internal and external seams. When changing them becomes problematic. It is easier to simply restore the product completely;
- possible change in a woman's tastes. She once liked this model, but later, due to age, changes in taste and physical characteristics, it ceased to be interesting to her;
- the ability to insulate them. Or, on the contrary, change them to a summer version. To change the trousers to the autumn-winter type, you need to purchase additional lining fabric. It needs to be approximately the same thickness as the main one. Then you need to measure the required length and stitch along the edges.If, on the contrary, you need to change the trousers to summer ones, then you need to remove the lining if there is one. Then carefully trim the edges of the seams.
It is worth remembering the main rule that not every model is suitable for the re-cutting process. There are some options that cannot be changed or sutured, as this can significantly distort the shape and appearance of the product. Then it will be quite difficult to change anything, even with the help of a specialist. And sometimes it’s even unrealistic. Of course, completely redesigning your pants and wearing them with pleasure is better than just throwing them away and spending money on new ones.