11 Ways to Shorten Sleeves - From Easy Fixes to Altering Like a Pro

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Nothing can ruin an outfit faster than sleeves that are too long—but shortening sleeves doesn’t have to be intimidating. In this video, I show you 11 different ways to shorten sleeves, from quick, beginner-friendly methods to more advanced alteration techniques, including some really fun and creative ways that you might never have seen before!

You’ll learn how to shorten sleeves on a variety of garments, including:
Long-sleeved t-shirts
Sweaters and knits
Woven shirts
A denim jacket
A blazer

I’ll cover when to shorten sleeves from the bottom, the top, or the middle, and how to choose the best method for each fabric and garment. This tutorial is perfect for sewing beginners, thrifters, and upcyclers who want better-fitting clothes and more confidence with alterations.

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‪@DowntownTailoring‬ video on shortening jacket sleeves:    • How to Shorten the Sleeves on a Jacket *pr...  

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🎬 Video Timeline:
0:00 Intro
1:28 Long-sleeve T-shirt- Beginner-friendly
3:58 Sweater Cuffs - Confident Beginner
7:43 Sweater Cuffs - 2nd option
10:05 Sweater Cuffs - 3rd option
12:36 Shirt Cuffs - Intermediate to Advanced
19:32 Sweater Sleeves from the Top - Intermediate
24:49 Denim Jacket - Confident Beginner
29:14 Shirt Sleeves - Intermediate to Advanced
32:35 Spiral Pleat - Advanced
37:13 Shirt Sleeve - Confident Beginner
43:29 Blazer - Intermediate to Advanced
52:10 Bonus Tip - Your fake pockets might be real!
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