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How to Fix a Busted Hem on Pants

Oh, snap! You're headed home from work and realize that the hem on the bottom of your pants is busted. That's not very professional. But what can you do?
You can save your favorite pair of pants from the trash can by fixing that hem. This easy sewing tutorial will show you step-by-step How to Fix a Busted Hem on Pants. You will need a sewing machine that has a blind hem stitch in order for this to work. Once you master this little trick, you'll never throw out a sewing pattern again!
Project TypeLearn a Technique
Time to CompleteUnder an hour
Sewn byMachine
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