How to Take Up Suit Pants PROPERLY! ✂️ Blind stitch tutorial for tailored hem, no sewing machine!

LINK: How to use zig zag stitch to hem
• How to use ZIG ZAG Sti...
In this video I’ll show you step by step how to shorten the length properly on tailored pants or skirts. I’ll teach you how to do a proper ‘blind stitch’ (or invisible stitch) which means you can’t see any stitching on the outside of your garment as it will be hidden inside. This is the proper way to hem suiting pants or tailored skirts and can be done completely by hand without a sewing machine!
If you have never used a sewing machine or if you’re rusty with how to thread one up, then make sure you watch this video first! • Setting up a Sewing Ma...
Welcome to Slew Living! I'm Esther and I sew stuff to support a slow lifestyle.
If you’re starting to learn about sustainable and ethical living and how to curate a more mindful lifestyle, a great step is to learn how to sew. Making your own items increases our appreciation for ‘stuff’, so I hope you find something on my channel to spark some creativity.
In the words of the late Vivienne Westwood, ‘Buy less, choose well and make it last!’
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Let me know in the comments if you have suggestions for more sewing tutorials or garments/items you’d like to sew from scratch or alter yourself!

[@lucybickerton4573]

I’ve used this video several times now 🙏🙏🙏

[@SlewLiving]

I'm so glad it's been helpful!

[@motokatusa]

I am so grateful!! A pair of pants came unsewn on half of one leg, and with your guidance, I was able to repair it. I dare say that my hemming, with your instruction, looks better than the original! My mother would have ordinarily taught me how to do this, but she lives on the other side of the planet. I am very grateful for your time and willingness to employ the miracle of video and internet to teach me. Thank you!

[@SlewLiving]

Thank you so much for your comment! I'm so glad I could help and that your pants turned out great! Well done!

[@elisaburato7889]

I can't quite believe it! I've actually successfully done my first hemming and it looks professional!!! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@SlewLiving]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@annasaunders6579]

Just hemmed 2 pairs of pants successfully with your instructions. Thank you

[@SlewLiving]

Great job! You're welcome :)

[@KellySteam]

I haven't sewn anything since household class when I was around 13, but with the help of your video I just fixed up the pant of one of my suit pants that had come undone! Thank you for the tutorial 🤓

[@SlewLiving]

Great job! I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for leaving a lovely comment :)

[@FearKittenMur]

Thank you for your careful instructions and focus on details! This is really helpful!

[@SlewLiving]

I'm so glad! Thanks for your lovely comment :)

[@pixismyth4009]

So easy to follow your instructions- thank you!

[@SlewLiving]

Glad it was helpful!

[@TheFlyingPRanch]

This was an exceptional tutorial. You explained everything clean and concise. Thank you!

[@SlewLiving]

Thank you so much for your kind words, they mean a lot to me!

[@Lanchik1Bee]

Thanks, very helpful

[@otysflip4823]

This was helpful

[@kerrimasse5695]

Thank you!!! I'm going to try to do this. Your video has given me the confidence to give it a go.

[@SlewLiving]

All the best! Thanks for leaving a lovely comment ❤️

[@user-yc4xe7kf1r]

Thank you for your help!!! First time I hand hemmed a pair of pants!! Your tutorial was very easy to follow!! 👍🎉

[@SlewLiving]

Well done! Thanks so much for leaving a lovely comment :)

[@candacetantilov7991]

About to embark on a diy hem...this vid made it look easy, simple, and possible. Thanks so much🙏

[@SlewLiving]

All the best with your hem! Thanks for your comment :)

[@lediawhiteside9964]

I love your energy! Awesome Video

[@SlewLiving]

Thank you so much!

[@irfantaylor6575]

Amazing skill sister you have , a great job of hemming pants wity finishing 😊

[@SlewLiving]

Thank you so much 😊

[@rogerdiy]

Fantastic technique and tutorial! Thank you so much! Saving $$

[@SlewLiving]

Glad it was helpful!

[@otysflip4823]

Thank you

[@mrslaurie8]

This was so easy to follow! I just finished using your video to hem my son’s pants for his first school ball next weekend! Thank you so much 😀😀

[@SlewLiving]

Great job! Glad it was useful for you :)

[@crystalwaters8852]

I love that you take ownership when you forgot your tag line!❤

[@choockle]

Thank u!!
I finally did it ❤

[@SlewLiving]

Great job!!!

[@k53ss22]

I have to hem my son's pants for prom! Hoping this works for me😂

[@SlewLiving]

Good luck!

[@christinelivar3793]

Thank you!!!!

[@SlewLiving]

You're welcome!

[@stardancer119]

What is the benefit/purpose of catching just the hem allowance for every other stitch? I know most hems are done that way, but it always seemed like it would result in a weaker (or at least more delicate) hem. What does that part of the stitch do?
Great video, by the way! I'm super excited that you're uploading again!

[@SlewLiving]

It's great to be uploading again, thanks! I think the purpose of only catching the hem allowance every second stitch is to allow for such a small shallow stitch. Both the top and lower stitches only go through one layer of fabric to achieve the 'blind' appearance, so I'm assuming going through 2 layers would create less of a seamless look!

[@Strawbabeytart]

Thanks for this video! Will this stitch hold up well in the wash, or would you not recommend?

[@SlewLiving]

You're welcome! It will definitely hold up in the wash!

[@christinelivar3793]

What is the thinner thread called if I would like to purchase?

[@SlewLiving]

I believe it's called bonded nylon thread, but you can also search for invisible thread, blind stitch thread and hem thread.