Turn Pants into Capri's

By Rain Blanken, About.com Guide

Capri’s have a signature hem that is at least 2” high. Decide how thick you want your hem. Double that number. Measure this number, (for instance, 4" if you want a 2" hem), starting at your chalk mark. Add a ½” for the seam allowance and mark this measurement. Repeat for the other leg and make sure that they are even.

Now you are ready to cut off the legs.

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• Gather Your Supplies
• Find Your Length
• Measure the Hem
• Cut the Legs and Iron
• Turn Up the Hem
• Sew the Hem

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