A new hemline for an old jacket

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An old jacket can be revived by cutting its hemline. To avoid giving it a altered look, the jacket's overall lines must be maintained. In shortening a jacket, its new hemline must be planned, after which the garment is reconstructed by taking it apart and cutting the new hem.

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Serge a mock-tailored jacket

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Making mock-tailored jackets can be easily done by knowing the basics of serging skills. The appearance of a serging stitch and the related thread tensions must be noted. A well-serged jacket usually creates a mock Hong Kong finish.

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Sleeve too short or too long? Alter the cuff!

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Sleeves can be altered from the top or shortened and lengthened from the bottom, whether or not, they have vents. Before any alteration can be made, the construction of the sleeve hem should be determined.

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