Being 5’ 3” and a 30” inside leg length, I often have trouble buying trousers at the right leg length for me! Usually I go for the longer trouser length and take them up accordingly. All the materials required to take up your trousers can be bought at incredibly low prices from Calico Laine, your one stop shop for all your craft and fabric needs.

Below I have outlined guidelines on how to take up your trouser legs. Highlighting the most efficient tools for the job, and how to use your tools effectively.

1. Firstly try your trousers on with the shoes you plan to wear the most with them. Standing up straight in front of a mirror will help you to see where your trousers fall. Mark the trousers at your desired length; this can be achieved by using Pins, Tailors Chalk or a Tailors Pencil.

2. Ensure your markings are at the same length on both legs, you can then cut the trouser using fabric Scissors, remember to leave enough fabric to create the hem. You can use Wunderwebto turn up the hem, pinning the trouser leg up will help keep everything in place. Alternatively you can also hand sew or Machine Sew, tacking the hem in place will help to create the desired effect.

3. You are now ready to take up the hem, be careful at this point, double check your measurements.

4. Try the trousers on again with your shoes, and see the transformation! A fantastic pair of perfect trousers tailored to your height.

Taking up trousers is quick and simple process once you have the knowledge, and the correct materials required. The aim of this blog is to highlight how to take up a pair of trousers that are too long in the leg. Here at Calico Laine our passion is craft and fabric, we devote our time to providing you with great quality items at incredibly low prices. Feel free to contact the friendly team at Calico Laine if you would like to discuss our extensive range of items available.