Pants Too Tight? Make the Waist Bigger With This Clever Trick😱. #fashiontips #sewingtips #styletips, by Fashion fit tips on YouTube. 1 min 16 s.
- Video length
- 1 min 16 s
- Time to do it
- 20 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 8
What you need
Steps
Try the pants on and pinch the waistband to see where it digs in. Note how much extra room you need, usually 1 to 3 cm.
Turn the pants inside out and find the seam joining the waistband to the pants, usually at the back or side.
Use a seam ripper to open a few centimetres of the waistband seam where you need the most room.
Check inside for a spare seam allowance or extra fabric. If there is little fabric, open the side seam instead for more give.
Pin the opened edges so the waistband sits flat and slightly wider than before.
Sew the waistband back down along the new line with a straight stitch, matching the thread colour.
Trim loose threads and press the seam flat with an iron on a low setting.
Try the pants on again. If they still feel tight, repeat on the other side seam for extra room.
Tips and common mistakes
Open only a small section at a time so you do not unpick more than you can resew.
Use thread that matches the pants, or a shade darker, so the repair stays hidden.
Press the seam before sewing so the fabric does not pucker.
Keep the seam ripper pointed away from your fingers and cut slowly.
Questions
Can I do this without a sewing machine?
Yes. A simple hand stitch with a needle and matching thread works fine for a small waistband adjustment.
Will this work on jeans?
It can, but denim is thick. Open the side seam and use a strong needle and heavier thread.
How much bigger can I make the waist?
Usually 1 to 3 cm, depending on the seam allowance. For more room, a tailor can add a fabric insert.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
