Alterations Class: How to Hem a Pair of Pants/Slacks/Jeans

Class Description: this popular class will impower you to begin to alter your own wardrobe to your style.  Bring in a pair of Pants, Slacks or Jeans and we will teach you to Hem them utilizing techniques to achieve the original hem.  Let’s sew together!

In this class, you will learn the following:

• Measuring your inseam & out seam to obtain a custom fit
• Alterations hacks that will save you time & money
• Basic Sewing techniques to achieve original hems

The most popular types of hems to be installed such as (NOTE: only 1 of these are taught in class; usually it’s the one that is currently on the garment needing alterations / hemming)

Fold-over hem

Serge & sew hem

Roll hem

Blind stitch hem

Denim jean original hem

Date & Time: See options; Duration will be 2 hour

Class Size: 6

Location: In person classes The Sewing Station 401 West Pecan Street, Suite E Pflugerville, TX 78660

Class Cost: $65

Prerequisite: The Sewing Station Basic Sewing 101 and 102 or familiar with sewing technology

Specific Material List: 

·         Sewing Machine (including any tools that come with your machine)

·         Sewing Machine Manual (if you do not have a printed-out copy, please be prepared to bring a downloaded version)

·         Thread

·         Bobbins for your Machine (note: always check the package of bobbins when purchasing to ensure that your sewing machine model appears for usage)

·         Universal, Overlock/Serge, Roll Hem and/or Blind Stitch Pressor Foot (only 1 is required per the type of hem that will be performed on your dress, skirt or shirt)

·         Machine Needles per your machine; both single & double needles (note: always check the package of needles when purchasing to ensure that your sewing machine model appears for usage)

·         Sewing Machine Toolbox – (Note: all can be available at The Sewing Station Learning Center Online Boutique or NWSC):

o   Hand Stitch Needles

o   Scissors for cutting fabric

o   Snippers for cutting threads

o   Seam ripper

o   Tape measure and/or ruler

o   Straight Pins (25)

·         Fabrics -

o   Student brings in 1 garment (Pair of Slacks, Pants or Jeans from their wardrobe that requires alterations / hemming (NOTE: only 1 garment per class)