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Add Elastic to Pant Hem

Updated: Oct 17

Try this simple method to add an elastic hem to your pants for a sophisticated touch.



Instructions

1. Turn under casing a 1/4", then turn up 3/8" and stitch around the leg, leaving an opening for the elastic.

2. Pull 1/4" elastic through this casing with a safety pin on each end of the elastic. Secure each end by topstitching at either end. Remove safety pins. Sew up the opening.


3. Repeat with other leg.


Instructions by Cathy Jones

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