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How To Lengthen A Trouser/Pants Pattern
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How To Lengthen A Trouser/Pants Pattern

Everyone is a different height and has different length legs, so getting a pair of trousers/pants that are the perfect length straight from the pattern is rare. Thankfully, altering the length is relatively simple in most cases. This tutorial shows you how to lengthen a trousers/pants pattern, using our Bramber Trousers pattern as an example, and also covers cases where you have a turn-up hem.

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How To Lengthen A Skirt Pattern
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How To Lengthen A Skirt Pattern

In this post I’ll show you how to lengthen a skirt pattern, using the Boxgrove skirt as an example. The principal can be used on other skirts or even dresses.

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