It wouldn’t hurt to measure from the crotch seam down to the new length and jot that measurement down. That way, you have backup measurements. [3] X Research source
A razor blade works if you don’t have a seam ripper handy. [6] X Research source
Old hem creases can be tough to get out! Try using the steam function on your iron or a clothes steamer if the creases are being stubborn.
To make sure the pants are perfectly smooth, grab the waist with your left hand and legs with your right hand and give them a little tug.
Don’t worry—since the legs are stacked, the iron will crease both legs.
You can make your cuffs smaller if you like. 1 1⁄2 in (3. 8 cm) and 1 1⁄4 in (3. 2 cm) are both popular. Don’t create cuffs larger than 2 1⁄2 in (6. 4 cm) though, since that can look unbalanced![11] X Research source If there’s more than 1⁄2 in (1. 3 cm) of excess material beyond the first crease, trim it down to 1⁄2 in (1. 3 cm).
Now there is one visible crease and the excess material is tucked inside each pant leg.
Sew through one layer of material at a time. If it’s tough for you to sew on the inside of the legs, turn the legs inside-out and do it that way. [14] X Research source
Make sure the side seams on the cuffs line up with the side seams on the legs before you iron each cuff.
