Hemming Jeans

I didn't write this tutorial myself. But I have been meaning to write this for a very long time. I have hemmed jeans like this before, and it is definitely the best way to do it! Thank you Naptime Crafters Great Tutorial!

Adding Length to a dress

Make it and love it has some great tips on adding length to a dress to make it more modest.  Check it out here!

There is also a company called Vintage Hem that is kind of the same idea. They make slips that are suppose to "show" and add to the design and character of the dress. You can find them here.

Modest Alteration Ideas

Michele Ashman Bell came out with a new novel I think about 2 years ago called, "A Modest Proposal." I haven't read it yet so I can't tell you if it is good. But what I can tell you is her tips on altering dresses to be more modest are great.

Here they are...

• Use fabric from matching shawl to add sleeves
• Purchase or make a shrug/cardigan to match or contrast
  
• If dress is bargain priced, buy two. Extra fabric can be used to modify dress.
  
• It’s easy to add wide straps or sleeves to strapless gowns
• Fill plunging necklines and high slits with contrasting or matching lace or extra fabric
• Hem long dresses and use excess fabric to modify dress
  
• Ask store if leftover fabric is available for use to modify
• Layers are in! Use a simple or lace under-tee to cover shoulders, chest or midriff
  
• Lengthen skirts by adding a wide lace or fabric trim to the hem or layer a matching slip

Remember, be creative and have fun! Take the challenge of putting your personal stamp on your wardrobe, and when people ask where you found such an awesome dress that is actually modest, you can be proud of your amazing mod-alter designer skills!

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Basic Pattern Alteration

Here are 10 MUST follow rules when you are altering flat patterns.

1. Pattern must be completely flat when complete
2. Grain lines must be straight
3. Don’t alter along CF and CB
4. Matching edges must still match when finished
5. Generally you divide circumference by 4
6. Only add to the area in question.
7. Maintain the style
8. Keep CF and CB straight
9. Redraw seam lines you interrupt
10. Lengthen 1^st then Widen!