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Best Way to Take in The Waist *Jeans resizing*
By Acadia Herbst 14:48 4,802 views on YouTube Oct 22, 2026
Jeans too big in the waist? Take my hand, I'll show you how to take in the waist of jeans so they fit perfectly... without losing the original waistband, belt loops, or pockets. This step-by-step tutorial is intermidiate... Show more
Jeans too big in the waist? Take my hand, I'll show you how to take in the waist of jeans so they fit perfectly... without losing the original waistband, belt loops, or pockets. This step-by-step tutorial is intermidiate friendly and works on most non-stretch denim. 👖 What you'll learn: 0:00 Intro 0:30 the fitting 1:00 measuring the reduction 2:37 marking out the darts 4:20 disassembly 5:33 taking in the waist band 7:15 optional step ~ trimming excess fabric 8:25 sewing the darts 12:44 Reattaching the waist band 14:23 final tips & remarks 🧵 SUPPLIES USED * Denim needle https://link.amazon/B05f2nz7h * Fabric sheers https://link.amazon/B04IMoe6d * Fabric clips or pins https://link.amazon/B0iku84uC * Acrylic ruler https://link.amazon/B0fqGflPI * Seam Gauge https://link.amazon/B08fQ5pyM * Wax tailors chalk https://link.amazon/B08hiz53G * Optional top stitch thread https://link.amazon/B04ZOyV05 * Singer Quantum Stylist 9960 https://link.amazon/B0igYVKE1 💬 Have a question or suggestion? Leave it in the comments and I'll answer. 📌 WATCH NEXT: - Regular hem for pants https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9PsZzBidN8w&t=67s - Original hem for jeans https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b-GU4LtIshA&t=288s 📲 FOLLOW ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/111.threads/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@111threads Store front located in slc, ut https://111threads.com #alterationstutorial #takeinjeans #sewingtutorial
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