Altered - Clothing: Hip Fixes And Transformations...

Cut a small vertical slit at the side seam or back waistband.

"Smile lines" or strained fabric across the front or back, indicating the garment is too tight. Altered Clothing: Hip Fixes and Transformations...

Sew a new seam closer to the raw edge of the fabric. 3. Creative Transformations Cut a small vertical slit at the side seam or back waistband

This is only possible if the garment has a generous (extra fabric inside the seam). Altered Clothing: Hip Fixes and Transformations...

After any alteration, press your seams flat. This makes the difference between a "homemade" look and a professional finish.

Turn the garment inside out. Pin along the side seams, starting from the waist or mid-thigh and tapering into the existing seam.

Cut or unpick the entire side seam of the pants.