How to Hem Jeans & Keep the Original Hem | Easy Step-by-Step Method
Ash J Styles
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How to hem jeans and keep the original hem with a clean, professional finish.
This video is part of my Mend It Mondays series! If you’ve ever wanted to hem your jeans but keep the original hem intact, this step-by-step tutorial will show you exactly how to do it.
In this video, I walk you through the full process of hemming jeans while preserving the original hemline, including not just how to do it, but why each step matters for achieving a clean, professional finish.
This method is perfect if you want your jeans to look untouched while still getting the perfect length. Whether you’re new to sewing or looking to refine your technique, this is a practical and reliable way to hem denim at home.
I’m Ashley — a sewist and fashion designer sharing sewing tutorials, pattern drafting, and DIY fashion.
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:48 Marking Your Length
01:43 Marking The Lines
04:42 Duplicating The Lines On Your Second Pant Leg
06:39 Pinning The Hem In Place
07:31 Sewing
09:51 Pressing
10:35 Grading Down & Finishing The Raw Edge
13:54 Securing The Side Seams
14:52 Blind Stitching
16:49 Finished Garment
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How to Hem Jeans & Keep the Original Hem | Easy Step-by-Step Method
Ash J Styles
9,702 views
How to hem jeans and keep the original hem with a clean, professional finish.
This video is part of my Mend It Mondays series! If you’ve ever wanted to hem your jeans but keep the original hem intact, this step-by-step tutorial will show you exactly how to do it.
In this video, I walk you through the full process of hemming jeans while preserving the original hemline, including not just how to do it, but why each step matters for achieving a clean, professional finish.
This method is perfect if you want your jeans to look untouched while still getting the perfect length. Whether you’re new to sewing or looking to refine your technique, this is a practical and reliable way to hem denim at home.
I’m Ashley — a sewist and fashion designer sharing sewing tutorials, pattern drafting, and DIY fashion.
Subscribe for more sewing techniques, tutorials, and creative inspiration.
✨ Let's connect! I share behind-the-scenes, finished looks, and fabric finds:
► Instagram: Instagram: ashjstyles
► Facebook: Facebook: ashjstyles
► Threads: https://www.threads.com/@ashjstyles
► TikTok: TikTok: ashjstyles
🧵 Videos to watch next: How I Organize and Store My Fabric Stash: How I Organize and Store My Fabric Stash –...
✂️ Love sewing and creating? Hit subscribe and join me for more fabric finds, tips, and tutorials!
--------------------------------------------------------------------------
➡️ Are you a creator? Use my referral link to try Uppbeat—Royalty free music for your content:
https://share.uppbeat.io/494nqonk8yhj
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:48 Marking Your Length
01:43 Marking The Lines
04:42 Duplicating The Lines On Your Second Pant Leg
06:39 Pinning The Hem In Place
07:31 Sewing
09:51 Pressing
10:35 Grading Down & Finishing The Raw Edge
13:54 Securing The Side Seams
14:52 Blind Stitching
16:49 Finished Garment
#sewingtutorial #hemmingjeans #sewingtips
PLEASE NOTE I forgot to mention, always pre-wash your garments for shrinkage before performing alterations. I didn't wash my example because most Levi jeans are already pre-washed for shrinkage.