HOW TO: Take in the Waist of Your Jeans PROFESSIONALLY (Tutorial from a Professional Tailor)

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Hello fashion friends!!! Today we are learning how to take in the waist of your jeans the right way! Now that's not to say that if you do it another way you are wrong - there are lots of ways to do things in sewing! This method is just how the tailor shops I used to work in would take in jeans. I hope you learn a new thing or two about alterations and tailoring!
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@JulianaCook 3 жыл бұрын

It would be amazing if you had a tailoring series! 😍

@lilithmorgenstern6138 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

@ninakarlseder9677 3 жыл бұрын

Agree ! I was almost disappointed when Kiana said she filmed three other tips but decided against posting such a long video !

@club789456 3 жыл бұрын

yesssss

@shmwmlam3953 3 жыл бұрын

Yes....

@jenniferlorandos1708 3 жыл бұрын

I came to this video to say the exact thing! How to Downsize a dress would be an amazing video.

@ashlibuts4095 3 жыл бұрын

i agree with the comment about making a tailoring series! this was super super helpful. It would be awesome if you could make a video on how to downsize jeans that are big everywhere and not just the waistband!

@khelix23 3 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017 10 ай бұрын

Have you tried this? I want to downsize a pair of mens jeans from 34 to 32 and I think I'm going to have to rebuild the whole pants.

@deemah3602 8 ай бұрын

oof you will have to take the entire thing apart

@decisionmaker68 7 ай бұрын

im trying to do this ! is it possible to take a pair pants in everywhere and potentially make the tapered leg a straight leg ?

@erobi88 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video! From my own experience, I have three points to add: 1.) Use a sewing machine needle designed for jeans - it makes all the difference in the world. If it seems like your machine isn’t powerful enough, don’t give up before trying other needles. Even a leather needle can be used in a pinch. 2.) For helping your presser foot transition from very thick seams to flatter areas, the little plastic tool called the Jean-a-Ma-Jig is fantastic. 3.) Don’t use thick topstitching thread in your bobbin - it won’t feed properly. Use topstitching thread on the right side of the garment but ordinary all-purpose thread in the bobbin.

@ledger9972 3 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I looking for. Treating clothes like jeans with care is a MUST! Otherwise it's just not going to look good. Thanks a lot Kiana, you rock!

@KianaBonollo 3 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU for watching!!❤️❤️

@tyra5514 2 жыл бұрын

i really wish you had gone into detail when sewing the darts 😭 i’m a beginner and i have no idea how you did it

@dawndais9924 Жыл бұрын

This is not a beginner project. I recommend practicing making darts before attempting this fix.

@katerin_factory Жыл бұрын

It can be done without darts

@etheleh5115 7 ай бұрын

I agree. This is not something an inexperienced seamstress should try.

@user-lk8tt6sx7r 4 ай бұрын

You can look up a video on darts here on youtube. They are simple. I’m sure even an inexperienced seamstress can pull it off with time and patience.

@GoddessMisfit 4 ай бұрын

don’t be discouraged, beginners can do anything. there’s other videos that go more into depth❤️

@jackiet5518 2 жыл бұрын

Love your video. I lost 51 pounds and didn't want to throw all my jeans out your technic worked great. Thank you

@lisadryman-rice6919 Жыл бұрын

Kiana, THANK YOU for. making this possible--for me--at home! I took my jeans to a tailor and was shocked at the results. I watched this excellent video, undid her work, and got down to the task. I feel so empowered now that I can take jeans in at the waist. It's something I have to do (or had to ask someone else to do) for years and now I'm self-sufficient. Woohoo!

@jessiegibson9637 Жыл бұрын

I can't wait to try this! My husband needed me to make a lot of thick, heavy garments for the SCA so when I bought my first grown up sewing machine (I learned on a kids black friday special) I made sure to get a nice, powerful one.

@allisonbingham6785 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! I bought a pair of jeans a size too big by mistake. Live in the country, 46 miles from Marks & Spencer, can't face going back. Watched your tutorial and hey presto! They now fit PERFECTLY. I couldn't have done it without you. Much appreciated.

@bonnie18 6 ай бұрын

Thank you Kiana for your tutorial! I altered the waist of a pair of Eddie Bauer First Ascent pants (94% nylon 6% spandex) and I am so happy. They turned out really well. Your tutorial is the best and most professional I have seen. I am an experienced sewist but not in this area. I did not find it difficult. Tutorial was so helpful. You need to keep them coming. I agree with those who suggested a tailoring series.

@etheleh5115 7 ай бұрын

Used your technique to take in the waist of my jeans. I’m quite happy with the results. It took me awhile as I took it slow. The hardest part was resewing the belt loop at the end as it had frayed. Thanks for hammer tip; it really made a difference sewing through the thick layers. Most of the hacks people post in KZfaq Tube for jeans are just useless and I’m glad I watched you do it properly.

@tumater8v Жыл бұрын

OMG I just did this and it turned out great! Thank you so much!! This is my first successful sewing project ever, even though I've tried many things before!

@iserod2206 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this exceptional tutorial! Now all i need is a sewing machine, thread, learn how to sew, have the desire to actually want to sew, etc etc. In all seriousness though, you made it look so easy and it was clear and beautifully edited. I'm sure those who actually do know a thing or two about tailoring will love this and find it very helpful! I on the other hand will have to figure out a different hack since I can only hand sew. I only go through this torture so clothes fit my kids better. Still appreciate ya 💯%👍!

@coloradozmom 2 жыл бұрын

thank you! I've been sewing for a LONG time, but never learned professional tips. This was GREAT!

@lauraallen5152 2 жыл бұрын

I've watched so many videos of tailoring jeans and yours is by far one the best and easiest to follow! Thanks :)

@instant_mint Жыл бұрын

This was even better than the method I've used before, which involved splitting the waistband with scissors thus losing material (in case it would need to be taken out again). Thank you so much for this! You earned a new subscriber

@Gillkoch1956 5 ай бұрын

I bought a brand new pair of levis and was so nervous and sceptical about taking them in at the waistband. I followed your instructions meticulously and hey presto I got the best result ever. Nobody could believe that I actually did that. Thank you SO much x

@sarabethhudson3030 Жыл бұрын

This was amazing! So easy to follow. I have never done anything like this before and after watching your video, I easy took my jeans in at the waist. I struggled a bit with the tension on my machine with the thicker thread, but my jeans fit so well now!

@ebunoluwayoung3628 3 жыл бұрын

I'm really glad I came across your page, I had forgotten why I got into fashion and studied it, letting the stress of uni overwhelm me to a point of doubting my passion for it and watching you has done a great job of reigniting my learning journey so thank you x.

@uhhh446 2 жыл бұрын

that’s so nice 😭

@ladyrcle Жыл бұрын

Omg haha thank you for litterly saying how i feel right now in my fashion study, it made me start on my school assigment that i needed to do.

@dmac2748 6 ай бұрын

I can’t thank you enough for this video. I had a pair two sizes too large with no experience taking up jeans and they fit beautifully. Thank you so much!

@ellemargaret4529 21 күн бұрын

i literally love u. my jeans now fit like a glove and i can wear them again, u r a saviour 🙏🙏🙏🙏💕💕💕💕

@maridrabkova6518 5 ай бұрын

I've done this in under an hour the evening before a trip, it was sooo easy and my Lidl machine even sewed through all the layers. Thank you for the great tutorial.

@marta_sanders 3 жыл бұрын

This is great! I needed this for the last pair of jeans I got. I'd love to watch a tailoring series with other garments or common fitting issues🙏

@stefaniem423 3 жыл бұрын

I took in a pair of jean shorts by the middle back seam last year, While it was successful, the stitching is messy since I've never sewn a french seam before and was using a home sewing machine! This is much cleaner and I'm glad I know it for future home tailoring. Thanks!

@evypsilon Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I have only very, very basic sewing skills but you explain this so well that I just succeeded at taking in my second pair of jeans! Also: the hammering tip is golden! 😁 Big thanks!

@gardinerfunookain8448 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for providing truly professional tailoring techniques that are easy to do yourself. Really clear instructions too!

@BrunoKabahizi 4 күн бұрын

Thank you, the dart method is much better than some others methods I've seen youtube DIY-ers use. Will try.

@LisaRedwoodmoose 3 жыл бұрын

Super helpful, I had to take in 4 inches so I did 4 darts instead of 2. No more pulling up my pants!

@jenniferwysokowski2409 8 ай бұрын

I did this today! Thank you. Your video helped me not be afraid to try. I'm thrilled!

@carilynjurgeson6178 Жыл бұрын

I've watched several tutorials on this topic. So far this is the best. Good job!!

@delaneycairns5183 7 ай бұрын

I never comment, but your tutorial was very clear and concise for a fairly beginner sewer. Thanks for sharing this knowledge, as I’ve now fixed a pair of corduroys and am moving on to other pants!

@marijaastrauskaite5455 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing tutorial, simple instructions and easy to follow! I just saved one of my pants from being thrown away, thanks :D

@jmsjohnson4872 Жыл бұрын

This was a great video and helped me do a nice job tailoring my jeans. I came back here to look for a video on tailoring a tee shirt. I agree with all the other comments that a tailoring series would be helpful as this video had a very clear explanation and worked well.

@febrezerocks 8 ай бұрын

Thank you, that was so easy to understand and easier than I thought it'd be. I was originally thinking I'd have to take it in from the center back seam, but the 2 dart method you showed looks easier and mostly invisible. Thank you!!

@powpaow 9 ай бұрын

This was so helpful! I did this for the first time with a new pair of jeans I found second hand. I was a little confused by the darts but I figured it out by myself. Thank you!

@chatorosales866 6 ай бұрын

Kinda had an idea that’s how it was done. But, watching your video, confirmed it. Awesome work!!

@aamadeus3884 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you for the step-by-step. I’m super impressed that you have a rare yet awesome skill at such a young age. You’re awesome!

@DameNickum 3 ай бұрын

Jeans needles, sharp with an edge, work very well on that bulky fabric. Wonderful video!!😊Jeans are a headache, because I am hipppy with a small waist. My kids keep saying that a too big waist is fashionable 😮nope. I will now be taking the waist band apart as well as putting tucks! Thank you so much!

@pamchesser6278 Жыл бұрын

Good job! I watched this twice to pick up on details I missed the first time, but I’m following your instructions and I’m gonna try it. Thanks!

@azria250 Жыл бұрын

I just did this today and I want to say a thousand thanks! My jeans turned out good

@YY-ov1zg 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this actually helpfull video. You just eradicated my hate of jeans - because they would never fit around my waist. Problem is now solved and I enjoy two pairs of jeans that fit perfectly!

@k.l.8804 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I’ll def try this on a few pairs! 🥰 Just a pro-tip for for sewing thick fabrics on a home machine, there are special neeedles (thicker) for jeans, even leather ☺️ AND a special pressure foot to buy for the machine 🙂 I got these when I sewed a fabric liner for a handbag that didnt have a line. It was a very thick leather. That pressure foot could be used for both jeans and leather, but the needles were didferent, the leather needle was almost like a sharp bit needle thin knife and the jean needle just like a regular one but thicker ☺️

@josedealva4205 8 ай бұрын

looks super clean, better than other methods I found here, Thank you so much, will definately try it!

@fffuuuiiis2948 8 ай бұрын

Very cool! And you deserves more views. Good to see a sewing video by a real pro, great directions and explanation. I used to run a factory sewing jeans and pants and stuff. I cringe each time I see a video by so-called tailors who don't appear to have any real-world experience besides home sewing, and making things way way convoluted, yet they have millions of views, go figure!

@growden100 Жыл бұрын

This was a perfect training session. I will watch a couple of times. Thank you.

@kristinyt Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tutorial! I'm not very experienced but I managed to do this 🙌🏻However, I'd like to note, that this method is good only if you need to take in 5 cm or less. I did 2 pairs of jeans. One needed only 5 cm and the other 10 cm. The first jean looks great, however, 2nd got some "lumps" that I could not fix. I tried to do 4 snips instead of 2, that helped a little bit. But next time I would not do more that 5 cm.

@dashawndalee 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Thanks for this video, I’ll be doing all my jeans like this from now on.

@joriley5100 Жыл бұрын

i’ve been watching you on tik tok and these videos felt like such a gift, thank you !

@realstarterv 2 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say thank you so much for this video! I recently bought some shorts that ended up being a little too big in the waist and was debating on returning them and getting another pair one size down. That other pair got sold so I felt I had no choice but to just tailor the ones I had. They turned out wonderful thanks to your tutorial!

@grammy279 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for demo on this. Mine turned out great. I used to sew, so the really only hard part was going over the belt loop. Hay!!

@nk3850 4 ай бұрын

I’m a relatively experienced beginner sewist but I’ve never taken in pants. I got some cargo pants on sale but they’re a size too big. I have just watched aboht half a dozen other videos with different methods (most of which looked ridiculous), and I’ll be using your method. Thank you! This is pretty much what I would have done if I had to come up with a fix on my own, but I wouldn’t be confident about cutting the waistband. But the way you’ve got it done really does look great, hidden under the belt loop. Also, I have heard of using a hump jumper for thicker fabrics (or making one out of cardboard just to help lift the foot), so I’ll likely use that for the thick parts. Thanks again 😊

@alanasorrell2205 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, finally a video showing a professional way!

@emmanummi1428 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this! It helped me a lot once i watched it with thought and concentration and the result was pretty neat even tho i'm a beginner and not very good at sewing

@marialourdesgiannetta1253 2 ай бұрын

you’re amazing Kiana, thanks for showing me❤😊

@ohyousillypotato 2 жыл бұрын

I was able to successfully take in the waist on a pair of jeans today because of this video. Thank you so much for making this!

@_Lavoure 9 ай бұрын

Me too! Gotta work on the darts

@nk3850 4 ай бұрын

Ooo come to think of it, I have some jeans I don’t much care about that are too big - maybe I’ll try it on those before doing my new cargo pants. 🙌

@RETSAMTV34 4 ай бұрын

Precise and accurate tutorial! Thanks for showing every step!

@suspicioususpectlisa 3 жыл бұрын

I'm definitely going to try this on some old pants (to practice first). I always have this problem and if I'm happy with how it turns out I might get the courage to also do this on my good pants.

@jimmit77 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. You allowed me to turn my buyers regret over those ill fitting jeans into the satisfaction of getting a great fit by my own efforts.

@jenniferakridge5056 Жыл бұрын

This is incredible. I have a pair of Jeans to alter. Thanks for showing me how to do this.

@Jessieclosetcloset 3 жыл бұрын

This video is so helpful ❤️ Please do more tailoring diy videos! 🥰

@amandaloewen6479 2 жыл бұрын

Super tutorial! I’ll definitely be giving this a try

@Ritopher 3 ай бұрын

Nicely done and a great fit! Thanks for posting this!

@hmckenzie724 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant. Perfect instructions- perfect finish.

@elizabeth555johnson 5 ай бұрын

This is my project today. Such a great video.

@lynnbee0 Жыл бұрын

You are beautiful! And so is your sewing techniques!

@noreensayoc59 3 жыл бұрын

This was so useful!! Thanks so much! Love all your vids!

@cmb8744 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial! Jeans look awesome on you! ❤️

@vollmoe 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a great video, I come back and watch it every time I get a new pair of pants lol

@dixeinn 3 жыл бұрын

To my fellow small creators/fashion designers, hi how're y'all doing?💜

@syd.micaela 3 жыл бұрын

Hiiii I’m good how are you

@dixeinn 3 жыл бұрын

@@syd.micaela I'm trying my best in life tho 😌

@adjjal 2 жыл бұрын

Girl I just found your channel and omg you are so talented, also wth u are so gorgeousss! Thanks for sharing these vids, I'm a very beginner but your videos are super inspiring💕

@sabrinaschellhase8607 Жыл бұрын

thank you so much for this tutorial! 🎉🎉🎉🎉❤ my jeans fit perfectly now

@lialara343 3 жыл бұрын

I cant even tell you how useful this is. I’ve absolutely ruined pants before and i dont want to do it again 😂

@cheezicle6690 3 жыл бұрын

they look amazing! this was super helpful :)

@toddkvamme Жыл бұрын

Thanks. Tailoring a pair of Ann Taylor pants today for my daughters friend. A little different but still useful.

@dianethornton192 8 ай бұрын

Omg! Thank you!! Just what I needed and well explained!

@anicole5206 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, the best method that I've seen. I'm going to try it.

@2WheelsGood.01 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome instructions. I have a pair of motorcycle jeans that are WAY off in sizing, this will definitely do the trick. I have a Juki 1541 industrial machine with some triple bonded nylon thread, fitting for the case use of these pants!

@nikyjane1839 3 жыл бұрын

Yess! now i can finally adjust does jeans my aunt gave me. Could you do a video on how to upsize jeans or pants that are a bit too small?

@Iamrahcole Жыл бұрын

This was very helpful. I have an 11 year old son who’s tall and slim. He’s too tall for children jeans and too skinny for the smallest waist mens jeans. I’m going to use this tutorial to take in the waist of men jeans for him. All the other tutorials I found took apart the seam down the butt. And although I like how it looks I don’t feel confident enough in me or my sewing machine to try it…lol

@mariefink3024 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant! I have a bunch of vintage machines (Singer and Bernina) that I think are up to the task. Can't wait to get a pair of jeans at the thrift store to try this. I would never try this on my Janome electronic machine.

@hayleyhawkins Жыл бұрын

ok this is awesome because i went to a tailor for jeans and i thought it was weird that the 2 lines in the back were there, so i came online to see if that was normal, and it IS. so i feel much better lol!

@amysimmons4510 Жыл бұрын

Thank you ! Because of you I did a great job!

@jennys9043 2 жыл бұрын

You made this look so easy 😭 👏🏼

@Marakyo 2 жыл бұрын

This tutorial really helped me! Thank you! ❤️

@chica7144 Жыл бұрын

Can I just say how much I love the fact that your name is Kiana Bonollo and my name is Chiara Bono 😂 we would make such good friends in a sitcom. Also, we have the same haircut 🙈

@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017 10 ай бұрын

Beautiful job. Those make high waist jeans look pretty cute for a change, lol.

@alenalevina 4 ай бұрын

Omg thank you 😭 no jeans ever fitted me, now they will!

@JosePineda-jn8jk Ай бұрын

Thank you!! I would definitely call myself a novice sewer, especially with a machine. This got me the exact results I needed to fix my girlfriend’s pants for her.

@irynko1878 2 жыл бұрын

Genuinely super helpful video, thank you!

@meganhall9746 8 ай бұрын

Thank you! This method worked great.

@etheleh5115 7 ай бұрын

That was an excellent. Thank you. I hope mine looks that good when I’m done.

@margaretpickholtz8772 25 күн бұрын

Thanks, I can't wait to try it!

@guatever333 Жыл бұрын

Perfect video thanks. I use a humper bumper for many layers.

@pearlsandoval906 3 жыл бұрын

Good morning! Thank you for teaching us!

@rebeccahaen570 Жыл бұрын

i find an iron with steam setting hels to flatten bulky spots out. thanks for the video. you're a peach!

@lesliemkn Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this amazing tutorial! I was able to fix my sister's pants.

@karenmartinez5981 3 жыл бұрын

Love this! I would love to learn how to shorten the sleeves of a blazer with a lining!

@keymon17 6 ай бұрын

Yayyy!! Thank you so much for the tutorial, I ended up needing to adjust some jeans that were size 2 to a size 4 since they discontinued the style :( They came out awesome, and I can't even tell where the initial cut was :D Only problem I came across was that the pockets turned out a little stretched out after the alterations lol

@drrock5356 Жыл бұрын

Awesome work! I'm a man with a 29" waist, and a sewing machine, and every pair of Buckle jeans I own are 3-4" larger in waist size than the label says. I can't wait to try your tailoring tricks.

@halliethomas4713 Жыл бұрын

Hi, did you use this method? I have a pair of shorts that are 3” too big in the waist and I was wondering if this method worked on that much of a difference?

@drrock5356 Жыл бұрын

@@halliethomas4713 No, I still haven't setup my sewing table yet, probably because I don't have one. I'm the kind of guy who says I'd rather build it, than buy it, and then 6 months later, nope.