How to Pin Pants for Hemming
Put on the right shoes, fold the extra fabric inward, and secure the length you want. Use the mark to order a hem or continue learning how to complete it yourself.
I Want Seamgrin to Hem My Pants I Want to Learn How to Hem ThemPin your preferred length
Move slowly and use a mirror or ask someone to help check the back.
- Put on the shoes you expect to wear
- Stand naturally
- Fold the excess fabric inward
- Adjust until you reach the desired break
- Secure the fold with a closed safety pin
- Check both legs
- Walk around and verify the length
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not pin while the fabric is twisted, measure only while seated, or leave an open pin exposed. Avoid guessing without the shoes that will affect the finished line.
What the pin communicates
The fold shows the visible length you want. It can guide an alterations professional, Seamgrin’s customer order flow, or your own measuring and hemming process.
Choose what happens next
If you want Seamgrin to complete the hem, continue to the $19 customer service. If you want to build the skill yourself, use the full step-by-step hemming guide before cutting or sewing.
Frequently asked questions
Should I fold the fabric inward or outward?
Fold the extra fabric inward so the outside shows the intended finished length.
Do I need to pin both legs?
Check both legs. Seamgrin’s current guide asks you to secure one pant leg while verifying that the chosen length looks right.
What kind of pin should I use?
Use a closed safety pin that will hold the fold securely.