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Alterations Apprentices

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Want to learn how to do alterations? Want to mentor those who want to learn? This is the group for you. Watch for a vast array of different techniques posted here.

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How to Install a Jeans Zipper - Free Video Tutorial from Marina Brumpton 1 Reply

Watch Marina Brumpton demonstrate how easy it is to install a metal zipper into a pair of jeans. …Continue

Tags: tutorial, pants, garment, sewing, clothing

Started by Susan. Last reply by Susan Oct 30, 2015.

The Great British Sewing Bee and alterations 3 Replies

I loved this series, I think they were all very brave to be able to perform under those conditions, I certainly couldn't. However, they did make me think I should try harder, especially with the alterations! I love the way they all came up with a…Continue

Started by Karen. Last reply by Jane Doe May 6, 2013.

How To Lengthen Your Jeans 3 Replies

How to lengthen your jeans. Many have wondered just that. So many times you buy that perfect pair of jeans, wash them once, and…Continue

Tags: technique, simple, shrunk, trim, tutorial

Started by Susan. Last reply by migdalia Apr 22, 2013.

Tapering pants video

I can't get the video to play....what am I doing wrong?

Started by Rebecca J Harrold Apr 21, 2013.

Hemming Suit Coat Sleeves

A task not for the faint of heart, but hemming suit coat sleeves can be done following these thoroughly comprehensive steps. See other suit coat alterations video tutorials on this channel including taking in or letting out side seams and hemming…Continue

Tags: romper, Phyllis_Smith, figgys, revamp, restyle

Started by Susan Jan 2, 2013.