Hi, I’m Melissa Baker. I grew up in the Bronx, NY facing a lot of adversity that forced me to think quickly on my feet, especially when it came to styling my clothes. I had to make do with what I had. No, as an adult, I share my tips and hacks with my community on social media. You can find me on all platforms as @amellionmoves. Today, I’ll show you a simple and effective way to tailor your jeans at home if the waist is too big using just a shoelace and a few household items.
All you need is:
• Pants or jeans that are too big at the waist
• Scissors or a razor
• Shoelace
• A straw or a safety pin
Steps to Tailor Your Jeans
1 Cut Holes
First, you need to cut holes in the waist of the jeans. Start by turning your jeans inside out. Using scissors or a razor, cut small, evenly spaced slits along the inside of the waistband. Be careful not to cut through both layers of fabric; you just need to cut through the inner layer.
2: Prepare the Shoelace
Take a shoelace and insert one end into a straw. This will help you guide the shoelace through the waistband more easily. Alternatively, you can attach a safety pin to the end of the shoelace and use it to thread the lace through the waistband.
3: Thread & Secure the Shoelace
Using the straw or safety pin, thread the shoelace through the slits you made in the waistband. Continue threading until the shoelace comes out the other end of the waistband…Once the shoelace is fully threaded through the waistband, tie a knot at each end to prevent it from slipping back through the holes.
4 Try Them On
Put your jeans on and pull the ends of the shoelace to adjust the waist to your desired size. Tie the shoelace in a bow or knot to secure the fit.
And there you have it—a simple, no-sew way to tailor your jeans at home! This hack is perfect for those quick fixes and ensures your jeans fit perfectly every time.
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