How to Taper Dress Pants + Blind Stitch Hem (makes you look like a CEO!)

[@nothingbutchaos8941]

i’m a seamstress now too thanks to this channel lol

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yay!!! I’m so glad to hear!!

[@coasterad]

Which machine do you use?

[@mamamack4604]

I would love to just spend a few months working in your shop and learning from you.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Haha that sounds fun!!

[@armanikenneth6757]

You prolly dont give a damn but does any of you know a tool to get back into an instagram account? I was dumb forgot my login password. I would appreciate any assistance you can offer me

[@lianjavier7827]

@Armani Kenneth instablaster =)

[@juleejames9977]

Thank you for this information. I pull out some pants today that I need to taper. Now I'm ready to go✂

[@DowntownTailoring]

Haha yes! You can do this! 💪🏾

[@Vb-fy4sv]

I can’t believe I have been watching these tutorials for years now , and only just found the best ones I have seen tonight,it could be a LATE night tonight lol..you got a new subbie ...

[@supernova622]

Thank you so much for including chapter segments in your videos. It makes it really easy to come back to them later and find the exact part that I need a refresher on!

[@DowntownTailoring]

🥰🥰🥰

[@jovontowns591]

I literally still don't understand LOL

[@sharonirons9828]

Thanks, I think. It took me three hours to do this. I don’t have a different machine to serge, the curved ruler, a special ironing board so I had to work with limited tools. They came out ok. Thanks

[@nassimaizanoutene120]

Bravo j'adore ton travail malgré j'ai pas compris la langue je regarde les images je ratte pas. j'ai fait déjà un peu de retouche. fait nous d'autres vidéos stp merci

[@DowntownTailoring]

Merci beaucoup Nassima!!

[@deliaweber9220]

Thank you so much for this video. I would love to see a full taper on a pair of pants. I was taught a formula that has worked well for me but I would love to see how you handle it.

[@DowntownTailoring]

I’m glad you liked it!! May I ask, how is it that you currently do a full taper?

[@deliaweber9220]

@@DowntownTailoring Let’s say you have to take out 2 inches from the ankle to the top of the thigh. I take the 2 inches (or whatever the total amount is) and divide by 2. I take this number (in this case 1”) and take that amount from the outer seam and inseam each. HOWEVER, not equally. On the outer seam, I will sew a 1/2 inch seam from the original seam line (tapering towards the top of the thigh). On the inseam, I will take 1/4 inch from the front and 3/4 inch from the back. I taper right up to the crotch area - you don’t want to disturb that seam allowance unless the alteration calls for it. This formula will vary depending on each alteration. Sometimes I take more from the back depending on how the pants fall.

[@mohammedvaseem9516]

Wonderful! Does this apply to men's pants too?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Oh absolutely! These were actually men’s pants :)

[@mohammedvaseem9516]

@@DowntownTailoring thank you

[@cminault]

This video made everything so clear and easy to understand. Thanks!

[@martharamos5625]

Almost everything was clear but I’m still not sure how to use the curve ruler!

[@princessnelson9168]

Nice! I love these videos!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! :)

[@jaheim8794]

I would love to see how you taper on one side only

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you for letting me know :)

[@nassimaizanoutene120]

Tu peux nous faire les vidéos en français ?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Allô Nassima! J’aimerais faire des vidéos en français mais malheureusement, mon français c’est pas très bon lol! Est-ce que les sous-titres marchent??

[@meraladuli2171]

oh my god an intro !!!! Love it!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Haha thank you!!!

[@deloresrector9122]

I'm a second generation seamstress and I've learned so many neat little tricks to keep me current. Thank you so much

[@DowntownTailoring]

Oh my, that’s so flattering! Thank you!

[@deloresrector9122]

@@DowntownTailoring you're very welcome. You deserve the praise.

[@jacks1598]

@@deloresrector9122 I agree, this video shows true skill and technique. Very helpful.

[@thehapagirl92]

Thank you! I bought nice burgundy work pants but they’re too big :(

[@pamelarivera5058]

Hi. The 3” you mentioned, how you came with that measure? Thanks

[@remcat3572]

Wow - really nice video. Great skill at both the alterations and making this tutorial. Thank you!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much 🥰

[@ocmacman17]

Which is preferred? To taper on the inside of leg or to taper both sides of each leg and why?

[@annroche3762]

Another great job you are brilliant I would look at your videos all day a great teacher x

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much Ann! You’re always so kind to me :))

[@ladyslippergrove]

Well done! I had to watch it 3 times to follow fast motion, but I think I have it now.

[@RandomalinaLF]

I love this video! Great results!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much!

[@donnadannessa6024]

How would you taper for bowed legs? One side? Which?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hi! I would probably take in the outside part and a little bit of the inside part at the knee area. The difference between both sides shouldn’t be too pronounced because you want to give the illusion that it’s straight. Just enough to avoid too many wrinkles!

[@donnadannessa6024]

Downtown Cobbler Should the new seams still equal total alteration in inches, just not divided by 4 equally?...a little more on outside, a little less on inseam? Thank you!

[@DowntownTailoring]

That's right! But this will work just with pants with no crease at the front as the crease always should be in the center and straight.

[@kaihokumui3335]

Not understanding why you decide by 4. Because there's 2 sides per leg isn't it just decided by 2? Is it because there are 4 sides of fabric? Ty for sharing and helping me understand in advance.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hi! It's because when you divide by two. Each side that you take is double because you take the same amount at the front and at the back. Therefore, you need to divide by four. Hope this helps 😊

[@DomenicoGiordanokp]

Thank you so much for this, you saved me!

[@petraqnati9747]

Mund te pjestohet 1.5 me 2 That’s it

[@kerryreppel3135]

This is very understandable and helpful! Thank you!

[@maryirving7502]

Love the taper! Do you notch cut on the side seam or, in the center back and front? This make the ease better, correct? Ty

[@maryirving7502]

✂️

[@mmcgartland2095]

Sizing down my son's school uniform. You answered 1 question I had. Pockets need to move in at top, do you have tutorials and tips?

[@ahad4184]

The problem is on cotton, new and old creases stay on and give an ugly look

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yes. That’s right. But if you make sure that you take in the same amount from each side then you won’t need a new crease. I hope this helps. 🤗

[@manuellebron3404]

Great job!

[@DowntownTailoring]

I’m glad you liked it :)

[@deloriesflemings7239]

Delories Flemings in Dallas Texas and I will like a little more on men's alterations

[@DowntownTailoring]

We'll do! 🥰

[@lorimazzola6872]

Thank you for sharing your gift!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Awww thank you!

[@amnamoazzam5284]

I really like this method,please let me know which blind hem machine is better for home use or for alterations purpose.(portable one) not an industrial)

[@beatrizflores1057]

Hi! Wonderful video. do you a tutorial for jackets alterations? Thank you!

[@1954evelyn]

I have a question. When you have the customer try on the pants to be tapered Is this the front or back crease where you are pinning it I can't tell by the picture thank you

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hi Evelyn! I pin the back crease so my customer can appreciate the way he/she will look. Cheers 🙂

[@1954evelyn]

@@DowntownTailoring Thank you so much I will do that tomorrow.

[@deidrabenson361]

Thanks sooo much for sharing your knowledge!❤️

[@thatxonexguy5438]

Would it be a good idea to taper the thigh, or is that a no-no and youre only supposed to do it at the knee and below?

[@katteam101]

Soooooo this video is for professionals right?

[@DowntownTailoring]

🤔 not particularly, william

[@Наталья-О]

Спасибо 😊

[@kemeticcouturellc1181]

Great video. Thanks for sharing.

[@gmurray3616]

Great job. Easy. I wish I would have seen this video years ago. But now I know what to do. Again, thank you so much for your valuable tips.

[@DowntownTailoring]

You are so welcome! 🥰

[@alisonmabin1824]

Wonderful professional tailoring and video.

[@matthewmartinez8209]

I’m new to sewing. When you’re getting measurements and pinning, are you pinning to back of pants? Thanks for the video so much information I needed.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yes, I do. That way the customer can appreciate how the finish alteration will look!

[@yuiyuiyu5441]

👍👍

[@annjannace6957]

"BEAUTIFUL WORK"....Miss SPIRIT OF EXCELLENCE !!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much for your kind words 😊

[@NeonMods]

I’m just going to go to a tailor

[@DowntownTailoring]

😄😄😊😊

[@josephservellon7447]

What if I don't have a blind stitch machine... 🥲 can I sow the length with the normal machine?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hi! You can also do the hem by hand. Cheers 🙂

[@croitoriaopris4759]

It is always sewn on the front of the pants, and the marks there are drawn, the seam line is a little steep. I hope you don't mind me!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Oh! Not at all... Everyone is entitled to their opinions. I based my job on my pattern making expertise. Cheers 🙂

[@magdaurbina13]

Hola, me gustan mucho sus videos, ojalá pudiera ponerle subtítulos en español. Saludos desde Puebla, México

[@DowntownTailoring]

Vamos a ver cómo lo hacemos. Saludos!

[@ladyzayleemorgan9616]

How long is the taper?

[@yanlinai1951]

i’m a seamstress now too thanks to this channel lol. your are the best one! thank your!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much for following us! 🥰

[@alexlopez8922]

Wow I have never seen a machine for hems!!! Is it too expensive?

[@DowntownTailoring]

A little bit. But if you make many hems it is worth to get it.

[@frances02fr]

How far up do u go?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hi! Basically they are all different. It depends on how much it needs to be taken in. Cheers 🙂

[@peterkim77]

Beautiful and professional !!!

[@clothingalterations]

Very good idea

[@billthomasjr9341]

In interested in the French curve for pants. Where can i get one?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Try Wawak if you are in US. Cheers 🙂

[@Funnybelly]

What type of machine is that at the end that you use for the hem?

[@DowntownTailoring]

It's a blind hem machine. Cheers 🙂

[@annemckenzie7382]

Can you help me , I recently let out side seam on men’s dress pants but now they have a twist 😩 any suggestions on how to fix this ?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yes. Sometimes it happens. I suggest to let out the same amount on both sides from zero on the crotch area. Sometimes the pants were twisted from the beginning and you didn't realize until the job is done. That's very common. Good luck!

[@annemckenzie7382]

@@DowntownTailoring thanks so much I will try 😘

[@shinosukenohara5721]

Extremely confusing

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yes. Sometimes, a little previous sewing knowledge is needed. Cheers! 😊

[@shinosukenohara5721]

@@DowntownTailoring you don’t have to be rude about it

[@DowntownTailoring]

@@shinosukenohara5721 I'm so sorry you felt that way. I was trying to be sympathetic as why this alteration can be extremely confusing. Sewing is view sometimes as low trade but it really takes time and practice to master it. Again, sorry 😞

[@shinosukenohara5721]

@@DowntownTailoring oh woops 😓 I suppose you weren’t being rude 😉 I WAS

[@joshsoorlin579]

good tutorial except super unclear about the divide by 4 thing? are you doing the inseam our outseam? or both

[@DowntownTailoring]

I'm so sorry it isn't that clear. I'm doing both and that's why I divided by 4. The total measurement divided by two (inseam and outseam) and then divide again by two because you sew 2 pieces together. I hope this helps.

[@joshsoorlin579]

@@DowntownTailoring thanks for fast reply wow that helps im doing my pants right this moment!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Good luck! Let me know how it goes!

[@JimSlaughterOC]

Thanks, great video!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks 🥰

[@sheilaalls4767]

Could you recommend which French curve ruler is the best

[@DowntownTailoring]

I use the one brand Dritz. Cheers 🙂

[@sheilaalls4767]

@@DowntownTailoring thank you so much

[@trananhthudang9954]

Can you do a video on jeans tapering?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yes! We have this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/noPPaJmrg6eBors

[@designermiltonaaron_]

Amazing. clean finish!!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you like it! Thanks 😊

[@margaretmyles8290]

Thank you

[@viviansmaldone]

You’re the best ! Love you !💕👍

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! You are so kind 💕

[@MrDeadsk8ter]

Great video, thank you

[@DowntownTailoring]

My pleasure!

[@alinal.f6004]

I love your sewing videos. Thank you so much!

[@DowntownTailoring]

That’s so kind! Thank you!

[@vernonsantiago7321]

very helpful thank you

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you liked it!

[@yassisan52]

So artistic ❤️

[@ilkethewordpeople43]

Ouuuu I want to try this!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Haha yes you should definitely give it a try!

[@cathyjones3403]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@1rahmaan]

💖💖💖

[@taniac2011able]

😁

[@nancyfernandez5808]

Very nice 😘😘❤️🙏

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you!

[@crystalramirezmoreno9190]

i would love to see the final tailored garment being worn to see how the pant legs look with the curved taper. i’ve never seen this before. also, do the slacks still have a break?

[@tahanyfathy3015]

Very good 👍👍👍

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you Tahany!

[@StormyLong]

wonderfully done!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you!! 😊😊

[@koolkat214]

This video is a huge life saver for me. I’ve been following Stylish Dad’s videos and was not happy with how it looked. Thanks for the videos. They are a huge help.

[@rev420official5]

Same, SD's videoa are good and short but leave a lot out I find.

[@ronnieflanniganful]

Hi! Great video! I just had a question about marking the new seams. Why do you divide by 4 and do you divide by 4 every time or just when it's 3 inches?

[@ferretygoodness6]

From what I understand from the video: you divide by 4 because of the 2 sides of each of the 2 seams, for balance. You have to take away material evenly on each side of the seams so that your new seams still fall on the center of the outside and inside of the thigh and calf. So divide by 4 every time regardless of how many inches need taken in. But she could correct me.

[@ronnieflanniganful]

@@ferretygoodness6 Thanks so much! This really helps.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yes! That's exactly it!