Often, incorrect washing mode and accidental damage cause the clothes to lose their original appearance. Sometimes your favorite dress becomes small in size over time.
When updating your wardrobe, don't rush to throw it away. Lengthening the dress is quite simple by sewing other parts to the hem or adding a decorative insert between the bodice and waist.
With a little imagination, it’s easy to design a new outfit from an old item.
- unraveling the hem;
- adding a lace element;
- yoke insert;
- finishing the bottom hem with a different fabric;
- adding shuttlecocks;
- making a case from a translucent material with a length exceeding the parameters of the clothing.
A train is used as an extension part, which does not need to be sewn. Add a long belt to it and tie it at the waist.
Lace
Contrast option available. A less labor-intensive procedure: sewing a strip along the bottom hemline.
The product looks original with lace sewn at a distance of 5 to 10 cm from the bottom of the skirt.
Beads, sequins, and rhinestones will perfectly complement openwork.
Playing with contrasts: an additional stripe
To lengthen the product by 10–20 cm, you should use an insert of the same type of material in a contrasting shade. It is worth considering that bright yellow or white shades go with black, and dark shades with red.
The decoration with multi-colored stripes that differ in width looks original.
Often, to restore the original appearance of a dress, a strip of thick satin ribbons connected to each other is sewn in, but provided that the texture of the fabric is suitable.
Faux leather or translucent material is often used. The idea of creating a product with a motley bottom is interesting. But for a harmonious combination, a decorative strip is added, made of the same material as the dress.
We work at waist level
But if you use your imagination and make an effort, you can create an original outfit.
To do this, you need to cut the seam threads connecting the bodice and skirt. Use steam to smooth out the darts. To make a yoke, take a piece of fabric.
Having measured the required width and length, cut off the part and connect it to the upper and lower parts of the product. The bodice of a garment is lengthened in a similar manner.
When working on a one-piece dress, measure its side seams, since it is necessary to know the distance from the insertion point to the top and to the hem. Having marked the outline, cut and sew in the decorative element.
By adding a belt to the insert, they create an equally original version of updating clothing. To do this, add a bow or fastener to the twisted main section, placing them both at the back and at the front.
It's easy to pull a wide skirt down. Having prepared a decorative piece from thick knitted fabric, sew it in like a belt.
Shuttlecocks
The flounce used to lengthen the dress will give it a flirty look. But such a process requires preliminary preparation.
You should immediately think through all the details:
- their number;
- width;
- type of material of manufacture.
The variety of options depends on your imagination. For extension, one or more parts are used. The width of the flounce and the texture of the fabric can also be different.
The tone should match or be combined with the color of the product. After the choice is made, fabric and ribbons of the same color are prepared. They are necessary for finishing the flounce sewn to the bottom of the garment.
Translucent case
. A rectangular piece of material is ground down and a thick elastic band is sewn on. It can easily be disguised under a decorative belt.
The dress looks original, complemented by a translucent wrap-around skirt sewn to a wide belt.
How to beautifully lengthen a knitted dress
Since knitted fabric tends to stretch, clothes for which this material is used are lengthened with an insert at the waist or neatly along the hem.
Important! Heavy material should not be used to lengthen knitwear as it may stretch the dress.
When sewing, special needles are used for working with knitwear. Otherwise, holes will appear on the fabric, and subsequently this threatens the appearance of arrows.
To lengthen products made from natural knitwear, the same type of material is used. If the insert is small, it is recommended to use elastic lace.
An interesting idea for a knitted dress is self-crocheted lace. The basis is the hem threads.
If you have knitting skills and the design of the product matches the proposed option, it is good to complement it with Irish lace. Its elements are knitted separately, the finished parts are assembled into one whole, creating a unique pattern.
A light skirt made of translucent material goes well with an adjacent knitwear item.
How to lengthen the back of a dress
If there is a harness at the back of the model, play with it by inserting a blade. Complemented with lush flounces, this detail can easily be turned into a luxurious train that extends from under the belt.
By gradually building up the fabric tiers, a luxurious diamond overlay is obtained.
How to lengthen a wedding dress
The most complex and labor-intensive lengthening process is considered to be working with wedding dresses with a fluffy bottom.
To do this, carry out:
- attaching an additional layer of lace that matches the product to the bottom tier;
- inserting a strip of material into the place of the embroidered junction of the skirt and corset.
Important! An additional tier of tulle sewn to the petticoat will add fullness and length to the wedding dress.
Making inserts on the skirt (leather, simple, straight)
Hard tulle, thick guipure, and mesh are selected for the skin. To hide the holes that appeared when opening the seam, a decorative element is sewn on the front side of the product.
The hem spacer is performed with great care to prevent damage to the fabric. Having applied the decorative part, carefully stitch it, trying to ensure that the stitching follows the existing holes.
The extension strip is fixed not only to the hem, it can also decorate the middle of the product. To do this, you need to carefully measure and cut off a few centimeters from the bottom of the product and carefully sew in the insert.
An original option for lengthening is decorating the hem with thick fringe or thick lace. For the latter, you don’t need to use a machine; special glue will handle this process well.
Crocheted lace from the hem will also lengthen the product.
For a simple skirt, different methods of lengthening are suitable. An additional strip is placed in the place of the yoke, sewn in the middle or stitched to the hem of the product or to the lower edge of the lining.
An elongated straight skirt looks good with an inserted yoke. First, open the darts and seams on the sides to the middle of the thigh. Cut out the yoke and sew it on.
Conclusion
Even if you don’t have any special sewing skills, it’s easy to transform an outfit using a small piece of material and scissors. Use your imagination and you will become the owner of an original new dress.
How to lengthen a short dress - this question interests many girls and women, especially those who have little ladies who grow very quickly, or those girls who, having come home with a brand new dress, realize that they didn’t meet the length a little, and it’s a little short .
There is an answer. Any dress, be it knitted or denim, can be lengthened at home with your own hands, in several ways accessible to any girl.
Method 1. Hem
When you come home, you shouldn’t be upset, but you should take a closer look at the reverse side. Maybe the hem length is just right to make it the length you want. Then you need to steam and smooth the hem. Then, sew a narrow, folded down strip of any fabric to the bottom of the dress, and then hem the hem to hide the other fabric.
Method 2. Additional band
We rip off the bottom seam, which is used to make the hem, and smooth it out. Thus, we prepared the dress. All that remains is to choose a fabric that will harmoniously combine with the fabric and sew it to the very bottom. Then we process the hem by welding the fabric down and sewing it on.
Method 3. Lace insert
This method makes the dress very original. You should choose lace of the same tone, or a contrasting one.
From the old dress we cut an even strip of any width, and then insert lace between the dress and the part that was cut off. Lace can also be used as a shoulder decoration. You will get a very original version with your own hands.
Method 4. Shuttlecocks
Also, the dress can be lengthened with the help of flounces, which can be the same color or different colors, wide or narrow. It all depends only on your imagination and imagination. See below for a photo of what the elongated dress will look like.
From season to season, designers let us make our own choice of skirt length. And yet, having looked through this or that collection, you can see that many of them prefer mini or midi skirts, and some prefer maxi. The choice is truly ours. Having sorted out the dresses and skirts in our wardrobe, we can see that some of them require transformation, because we consider ourselves quite economical and practical, and therefore, we are not in a hurry to part with an item just because its length does not correspond to the model that we would like to buy. see for yourself. What to do? Pick up scissors, as Chanel did, and... What if there is nothing to cut, but on the contrary, you need to lengthen it? Then go to a studio or become a designer yourself. The possibilities for lengthening a skirt are quite wide: ruffles, frills, flounces, folds, borders, pleating, appliqués, scallops, denticles, inlays, fringe. David Koma Elie Tahari If there are remnants of the material from which the skirt or dress is made, then you can make an extension with a part with folds laid on it, and it is not necessary that they go along the entire width of the skirt. You can cut the bottom part on the bias, then we get a model similar to Elie Tahari. If a different material is used for the lower part of the skirt, then, first of all, it must be of similar quality to the main material. The color can even be contrasting. The model will be interesting if the fabric for the lower part of the skirt is also used for finishing the upper part of the dress or suit. The bottom piece can be connected to the skirt in different ways. For example, sew directly to the bottom edge of the skirt or to its lining, or you can get creative and make something similar to Milly. It is possible to lengthen the product along a curly line. An excellent option to follow could be a model from the Emilio de la Morena collection, which uses not only a curly line, but also lace. The easiest way to lengthen a product is to use ribbon or lace. In this case, the strip of sewn-in material can be placed anywhere on the skirt, and not even one strip can be used, but several. Look at Burberry Prorsum or Oscar de la Renta. You can get a very original product if you use fringe as an extension. In this case, the length of your outfit can be from midi to maxi. The trend for the 2015-2016 season is to trim all wardrobe items with fur. By extending the product with a fur insert, you will get the most fashionable item in your wardrobe. Models from the Tom Ford and PPQ collection tell us that it is possible to completely change our skirt if we make multi-stage ruffles or flounces. As you can see there are many options. And if you dream up your own imagination, there will be even more of them. Lengthening a skirt is a creative process that will transform your product. It just takes time, hard work and in some cases not a lot of money.
Photo above - Oscar de la Renta
Photo below - Peter Pilotto
Elie Tahari 
Mary Katrantzou
Milly
Sophie Theallet
Emilio de la Morena
Jonathan Simkhai
Shoshanna
Andrew Gn
Zimmermann
P.P.Q.
Tom Ford
This season, one of the fashion trends is a long skirt; almost to the floor. What to do if your skirt is a few tens of centimeters short of its current length? There are many ways to lengthen your favorite product.
Release the hem
If the skirt is “saved” by a few centimeters, see if it is possible to release the hem along the bottom of the product.
Place along the bottom of the product
Choose a contrasting fabric or fabric that matches the skirt. The companion fabric can match your blouse or accessory that you will wear with your new skirt. Braid or lace can also be used to lengthen it.
Do not use fabric that is thicker or heavier than the base fabric. It may disrupt the shape of the product. If the skirt has an unusual texture or design, you can make a decorative strip (extension) that will lengthen your product.
We select the necessary materials. In this case, white cotton and braid sewing (ill. 1). We cut out a strip of fabric of the required length and width, taking into account all allowances for seams and folds. We process strip cuts using an overlocker. Randomly add several horizontal folds and iron them. We arrange the lace and braid in a certain order; pin, baste and stitch over the cotton strip (ill. 2). Grind off the cross sections of the decorative strip. We sew the strip to the bottom of the skirt. We delete temporary lines. Iron (ill. 3, 4).
Insert between the belt and skirt panels
We rip off the belt, rip out the darts and insert a strip of fabric of the required width between the belt and the skirt.
This method is suitable for pleated skirts, wedge skirts, and any other skirt. Thanks to the yoke, you can “win” from 5 to 20 cm. A narrow yoke on a skirt visually lengthens the figure, and a wide one shortens it. The shape of the yoke can be different, it depends on the model of the skirt and your desire. If you cannot find a fabric that matches the color and texture, use any fabric for the yoke. In this case, wear a skirt with an untucked blouse.
Preparation. We turn the product inside out, rip off the belt or facing, rip out the zipper, rip out the darts. Iron seam allowances. We measure the circumference of the hips at the level where the lower edge of the yoke will be. On the skirt from the waistline, set aside a few centimeters and draw a line for the bottom of the yoke. The volume of the skirt in this area should correspond to the measured circumference of the hips at the yoke line. We cut off the excess fabric.
Yoke. You will need a pattern for the base of a straight skirt that matches your measurements. If there is no pattern, use your skirt with ripped darts.
On the back and front panels of the skirt, set the desired size of the yoke down from the waist line, draw a line for the bottom of the yoke parallel to the top edge of the skirt (Fig. 5).
If the bottom line of the yoke runs closer to the ends of the darts, then the perfect fit of the tight-fitting model is guaranteed. This skirt can be sewn from any fabric.
If the yoke line is located above the ends of the darts (Fig. 6a), then the darts on the yoke are closed. The fit of a fitted skirt will be good if the lower part of the dart is folded or integrated into the reliefs. If the model you have chosen does not provide any reliefs or folds, and the solution of the remaining dart area on the skirt is small, you can try ironing out the slack. Otherwise, choose a model with a gathered yoke.
If the yoke is located below the level of the ends of the darts (ill. 6b), then you need to extend the line of the middle of the dart to the line of the lower edge of the yoke and cut the yoke along this line. Close the dart, and a small opening will open at the bottom edge of the yoke (Fig. 7). The opened solution must be measured and cut off at the side edge of the yoke.
Cut the yoke along the marked lines from the patterns of the front and back panels of the skirt and close the darts on them. If you are modeling a yoke on a product, then transfer the found shape of the yokes of the front and back panels of the skirt onto paper.
Let's cut out a yoke from the material. We overcast and stitch the right side sections of the yoke (Fig. 8). We connect the lower section of the yoke with the upper sections of the skirt panels, overcast and iron (ill. 9). In the left side seam of the skirt we process the zipper (Fig. 10). We process the upper cut of the yoke with an undercut facing.
You can gain a few centimeters of skirt length by adding a belt. From the fabric we cut out a strip (= belt) of the required length and width, taking into account allowances for seams and fastening. Iron the belt lengthwise in the middle, wrong side inward (ill. 11). We pin and baste the outer side of the belt to the upper section of the skirt, folding the parts with the right sides inward (ill. 12). We grind, we grind the transverse sections of the belt. Removing basting lines. We iron the belt stitching seam onto the belt, turn it inside out, and straighten the turned ends of the belt.
We bend the longitudinal section of the inner side of the belt, baste and adjust the fold along the seam of the outer side of the belt (Fig. 13). Due to the belt, the skirt became even a little longer (ill. 14). Temporary lines are deleted. Let's iron.
Insert at the bottom of the skirt
We cut out a strip of the required length and width from the companion fabric. We measure approximately 10 cm from the bottom of the product and draw a line (Fig. 15). Cut along the marked line and sew in a strip between the parts of the skirt (ill. 16, 17). The insert can be figured, asymmetrical or fancy. The skirt can be lengthened using several methods at once.
We cut out a flounce from companion fabric. The shuttlecock is cut out in the shape of a circle or spiral (ill. 18, 19). The width of the shuttlecock can be the same along its entire length, or it can be asymmetrical, as in our example. We process the lower cut of the shuttlecock in a suitable way. We baste and stitch the flounce to the bottom of the skirt in one or more tiers (ill. 20). We process the seam sections using an overlocker and iron them (Fig. 21).
Experiment, mix textures, colors and prints.
Is it possible to combine the incongruous and get harmony? This question was answered by designers who for the first time complemented hard and rough denim with delicate and light lace. Since then, denim items with lace trim have been incredibly popular among fashionistas, and denim items are included in the list of the most seductive women's items.
A lace ribbon can transform an ordinary and unremarkable denim skirt. It is not surprising that needlewomen actively use openwork elements to decorate old denim items. Lace can complement a denim skirt of any style. Lace inserts of various colors are used for decoration, but snow-white lace looks best on a blue or light blue skirt.
Who is it suitable for?
Lace elements add playfulness and flair to the image, which is why denim skirts with lace inserts appear more often in the wardrobe of young girls. Moreover, lace of dark colors can decorate the everyday skirt of a mature woman. Spectacular decor in the form of a black or dark blue lace ribbon will add lightness, femininity and grace to the look.
Girls with curvy figures should refrain from an abundance of lace and, especially, lace inserts in piquant places. Only young girls can afford such models, and only if they have an impeccable figure. with lace must be balanced with calm clothes and accessories. In everyday life, it is best to use mid-length skirts, as well as short, flared or pleated models.
Some stylists believe that short skirts with lace decoration look provocative and indicate a lack of taste. To avoid getting into trouble when choosing a model with lace, you should critically evaluate your figure and adjust for age.
Recently, denim skirts with lace have become popular, where the latter is used as a second layer or an overlay for a belt. These types of skirts do not look provocative, but at the same time give the figure lightness and seductiveness.
What to add
A denim skirt with lace trim in itself is very self-sufficient and attractive, which means that the image should not contain other bright and provocative elements. Regardless of the cut and style of the skirt, you should choose the most relaxed companion clothing and shoes.
A denim skirt with lace at the bottom harmonizes well with such wardrobe elements as:
- laconic to match the lace on the skirt;
- plain long sleeve in light colors;
- or a top made of opaque fabric;
- plain T-shirt + matching skirt.
What to wear with such an unusual product depends on the color of the skirt itself and the lace. Typically, white lace is used to decorate female models, which means that white items would be appropriate in the look. Such an ensemble will turn out harmonious and complete, and the lace skirt will not stand out from the overall style. Denim products harmonize well with leather items. But when it comes to a lace skirt, you need to be very careful when choosing leather wardrobe items. A regular or aggressively designed jacket will no longer be out of place in an ensemble that includes lace elements.
The combination of denim and lace allows you to use a denim skirt to create an evening or cocktail look. In this case, companion clothing and accessories are of great importance. The completion of the evening look will be a lace blouse or bandeau top in exactly the same shade as the lace on the skirt. A festive look can be diversified by fur products that harmonize perfectly with both lace and denim.
Shoes and bag
For a skirt that is above the knee, the best option is one whose height will depend on the length of the skirt. The shorter the skirt, the lower the heel should be. Suitable for creating an evening look. If the basis of the ensemble is a blue denim skirt with white lace, then milky or beige shoes are preferable. A skirt in dark colors will be complemented by shoes of a similar shade.
A short skirt in a summer wardrobe is in perfect harmony with clogs and wedge sandals. A lace skirt can easily be complemented with sandals or ballet shoes. But with sports-style shoes, as well as with models of aggressive design, you should be very careful. Lace denim skirts can easily be combined with low-top shoes in a brutal style, but you should carefully choose shoe models and understand how well they combine with other elements of the image.
Lace skirts of short styles and medium-length models are in harmony with large bags of various textures. Long skirts, as well as fluffy models with lace decor, are combined with miniature, hard handbags with clasps, etc.
Since short skirts are often used by young girls in their looks, the ensemble can be completed with sports shoes in light colors and a compact backpack. If a denim skirt is complemented by white shoes and a white blouse, then the backpack can be designed in muted colors. Bags and backpacks in beige or gray shades look good. Such models are in harmony with clothes of almost any color, but shoes and a bag in dark and, especially, black colors can weigh down the image and deprive it of lightness and grace.
There are several ways to lengthen a skirt that turned out to be somewhat shorter than its owner expected. The main thing that determines the lengthening method is its style and the season in which you are going to wear it.
Perhaps the simplest and most popular method is the following. The bottom hem at the hem of the skirt should be unraveled and the factory hem seam should be opened. Then you need to carefully iron the folds formed after steaming, using an iron with a steam function and a piece of damp gauze. After this, you need to sew along the hem, along the very edge, a narrow strip of fabric that will lengthen the product. Then you should bend the sewn strip so that the stitch seam (the seam that connects the hem of the skirt and the edge of the strip of fabric) is 1-2 mm from the wrong side of the hem of the skirt. The product will gain an additional length of 1 to 3-4 cm, depending on the width of the factory hem.
The simplest option for lengthening a skirt is to use contrasting fabric, attached as an extension of the skirt to the hem. However, this method is good mainly for full summer skirts, because they look better with similar length additions. It is also noteworthy that you can lengthen the skirt either with a hidden seam, or by sewing the fabric directly over the existing product, gathering it slightly and finishing the edge with an overlocker. You can sew a beautiful braid over the new seam, and add lace to the edge of the skirt. To create the full feeling that this is exactly how it should have been originally, you should sew pieces of the same fabric or lace along the edge of the pockets or make a lace belt.
You can also lengthen the skirt by creating a new yoke, increased to achieve the desired overall length of the product. Fashionistas often use old ones for this. The result will be a fashionable skirt in a boho style, which is also relevant this year.
You can also lengthen a classic straight skirt using a yoke. But in this case, it is important to either cut out a yoke from the same fabric as the skirt, or a fabric more or less suitable in color and texture. In order to make a skirt in this way, it is necessary to rip the product apart at the seams and darts. And then, focusing on the existing parts, make a yoke of the desired shape, and then assemble the entire product at the seams. At the same time, we should not forget that for this type of narrow skirt it is better to leave a small vent, which allows the owner not to feel discomfort when walking.
A skirt can also be tied on if the owner of the product is familiar with the art of knitting or crocheting. This will give the item uniqueness and can make it the envy of some representatives of the fair sex.
A straight skirt made of light colored fabric can be lengthened by sewing a flounce at the bottom of the product, which can be either symmetrical or asymmetrical. In this case, it is important not only to choose the right fabric, but also the length of the flounce, so that a pretty skirt does not turn out to be a thing that, looking at it, will say that its owner has no taste.
If you like experiments, then you can lengthen the pleated skirt by sewing a corset to it instead of an elongated yoke. A thin blouse made using knitting and sewn to a skirt also looks original - and now in front of you is not an old skirt, but a new dress.
A summer skirt made of light fabric also looks elegant, in which the edge of the hem is cut off and a strip of lace or other fabric is sewn into the resulting cut, and the cut edge of the hem is sewn back on. Depending on the need to lengthen the product by more centimeters than the width of the lace strip, 2-3 such cuts are made.
There are many options for lengthening a short skirt. Your own imagination and a certain courage of the owner of the updated elongated skirt will help you choose the right one.
Instructions
Find a contrasting strip of fabric or something that matches the skirt. Combinations of soft pink and pastel purple are very fashionable; combinations of black, white and gray. Step back a few centimeters from the bottom of the skirt and baste a strip. You can sew a strip in two ways: end-to-end or on top. In the first case, the bottom of the skirt and the strip form a single seam. The second is used if the fabrics are of different quality and different density. In the first case, only the bottom of the skirt needs to be processed, in the second, the top of the strip needs to be stitched before it is attached to the product. Do not use heavy cloth. It can ruin the shape of the product and pull the hem down.
Add length by altering the waistband. With narrow skirts that strictly fit your figure, this option may not be suitable, because you will have to rip out the side seam and insert the fabric. This will make the product a little wider. Take a suitable piece of fabric and cut a wider belt. Connect the belt piece with the skirt, the product will become longer.
Another variant. Open the waistband and insert a suitable strip of fabric between the waistband and the skirt. It is better to use fabric of the same quality and density as the fabric of the skirt. First, sew the fabric to the skirt itself (butt or top seam). Then attach the belt piece to the workpiece.
Extend the product using the flounce. Cut out two semicircular pieces with an inner radius equal to 1/6 of the width of the bottom of the skirt. Make the outer radius at your discretion, depending on the desired width of the shuttlecock. Then sew one piece to the front of the skirt and the second to the back. Connect the parts with a seam, process the bottom of the product.
Women are always happy to update their wardrobe, however, there are some things that are difficult to part with, such as your favorite skirt. But time passes, and fashion changes, and with it the preferences of women change. Your favorite short skirt is no longer suitable. There is a way out - you can use the old one skirt lengthen and at the same time change its appearance. As a result, you will have an interesting model in your wardrobe. The lengthening option depends on the skirt model.
You will need
- - old skirt;
- - fabric for lengthening and decoration;
- - sewing machine.
Instructions
Extend skirt a strip of chiffon in the color of the fabric or mesh. Choose your mesh with care. If the fabric is excessively stiff, then tights are guaranteed to tighten. In this case, sew the selected fabric from the inside to the bottom of the skirt. Finish the edge. You can also sew an extension strip of fabric not to the skirt, but to the lining. This will give the feeling that another is peeking out from under one skirt.
Extend skirt strip of fabric of a different color. Sew a strip of fabric of the required width to the hem. To give the product a finished look, add skirt patch pockets or belt loops made of the same fabric.
Sew a frill to a short skirt. Cut out a frill from the same or similar quality fabric. Its length should be equal to 1.5-2 times the circumference of the hem, so that the fabric lies in small folds.
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There is a more labor-intensive, but interesting option, when the lower part of the skirt is cut off as evenly as possible at a level of 5-10 cm from the hem. The insert is used to reconnect the cut to the main part.
Sometimes an additional scattering of rhinestones, sequins or beads is used in lace knitting. A dress with such decor may well be suitable as a dress.
Sometimes ultramini length is unacceptable - use light lace
Translucent canvas adds solemnity and gloss to the image
Playing with contrasts: an additional stripe
If you need to add about 10-20 cm to the length, use a similar fabric in a contrasting color: sew a white or bright yellow stripe to black, and black to red. You can get creative by making a canvas of stripes of different colors and widths. The simplest thing, if the texture of the product allows, is to connect thick satin ribbons.
An original way to lengthen an outfit is to wear a strip of artificial elastic leather (matte or patent leather) or translucent fabric.
As an option, make the bottom variegated, but for harmony you should add an element from the same fabric. This outfit can be ideal if you choose.
Inserts on the sleeves and along the hem look organic and interesting
The first method is at chest level:
- make a brooch in the form of a decorative bow or flower;
- tie an elegant scarf around your neck, like Maya Kristalinskaya’s;
- attach a patch pocket;
- sew buttons covered with fabric for insertion.
The second way is to transform the sleeves by changing:
- the length of the insert, similar in color or style to the one that will be placed along the hem;
- cuffs, completely replacing them or creating new ones;
- style, adding patch pockets;
- button tightness.
The black insert made the knitted outfit more stylish
We work at waist level
Changing the length of an outfit for one reason or another is possible not only along the hemline. More labor-intensive, but no less interesting work is also possible along the waistline.
When transforming a sheath dress, difficulties will arise with altering the darts. They need to be unraveled and a yoke made of fabric similar to that from which the product is sewn.
If the skirt is wide, then it can be easily pulled down. The simplest thing is to take a thick knitted fabric and sew it between the upper and lower parts of the clothing, which can be separated by a belt. It is extremely important to know how.
The ideal insert can be obtained from a piece of fabric identical to the main product
The upper part of the insert should correspond to the waist circumference. The bottom one needs to be taken a little wider. It is better to make the insert from two trapezoidal pieces. Then the item will fit well.
A yoke is not necessarily a rectangle. The central part of both the upper and lower sections is sharpened, and at the same time appropriate changes are made to the cut of the product.
Look for incredibly stylish formal dresses that suit all body types.
Shuttlecocks
Fluffy ruffles are ideal for a straight skirt or a tight knitted outfit.
The flounces and train are an excellent tandem
Shuttlecock mounting options:
- directly along the front side of the skirt, when the cut lines of the flounces are decoratively processed and remain outside, the hem line appears under the insert;
- The upper cut of the flounces is attached to the skirt from the inside. The hem will be on the front side;
- the edge of the hem and flounces are aligned on the front side. The connecting seam will be on the inside.
Flounces are obtained by loosely casting the edge of a rectangular fabric onto a thread and then attaching it to the main fabric. You can make one layer or several.
Translucent case
The translucent case is sewn from the appropriate material - organza, chiffon. A rectangular cut can be stitched along the edges and sewn to a thick elastic band, which can be easily hidden under a decorative belt. But it will take more time and effort than a case.
A translucent case will transform even the most modest outfit
You can make a translucent wrap skirt with a wide belt that wraps around the waist. This will add lightness to your outfit. Particularly well suited.
The element creates the illusion of length and looks very original.
How to beautifully lengthen a knitted dress
Knitwear tends to stretch. Therefore, an outfit made of this material must be lengthened either through a cut at the waist with a corresponding insert, or through a neat extension of the hem.
The insertion method is also suitable for knitwear
It is important to pay attention to the weight of the piece being sewn: the knitwear will not support the fabric that is too heavy and will sag.
The work is performed with special needles for knitwear. Otherwise, holes will appear first, which will eventually turn into arrows.
For natural knitwear, for example, the insert fabric should also be non-artificial. In cases where only a few centimeters need to be added, elastic lace is added.
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Short knitwear will be decorated with expressive lace
A knitted dress looks great, tailored exactly to your figure, with a light fluffy skirt made of chiffon, tulle, or organza.
You can also make a case from translucent fabric, shortening it at the front. If the fluffy one is a petticoat, then the “tail” is sewn on with flounces, and its base is fixed to the petticoat.
How to lengthen a wedding dress
The most difficult option is with full skirts.
How you can change your wedding outfit without spending extra money
But it can also be extended:
- sewing an additional layer of matching lace along the bottom row;
- slightly embroidering the junction of the corset and the skirt, if necessary, a strip of fabric is delivered there;
- an additional layer of tulle sewn directly onto the petticoat will make the dress both fuller and longer.
Read more about how to choose a wedding dress based on your body type.
Chiffon extension
Video
This video will tell you how easy it is to lengthen a dress with your own hands.
Even without special skills, it is quite possible to completely sew or transform an item by hand using a small piece of fabric and scissors. Show a little imagination and get an original new dress!
Ironing and drying
As a result of improper washing or accidental damage, products lose their original appearance. And sometimes a favorite thing simply becomes small over time. To update your wardrobe, you don't have to throw away your old clothes.
Skirts and dresses can be lengthened. This can be done by lengthening the hem or adding decorative elements to the bodice and waist. Using a little imagination, you can create a new model based on the old one and emphasize the advantages of the figure.
To lengthen a dress or skirt, you can use inserts made of fabric that either matches the color or texture, or looks contrasting. One of the following methods is suitable for this:
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- hem of the product;
- adding lace to the bottom;
- trim the hem with another fabric;
- layering of transparent fabrics such as tulle, organza, light lace;
- decoration with frills, flounces, folds, fringe;
- sewing on a train;
- adding a cape to the skirt area;
- insert in the middle of the skirt;
- sewing fabric at the waist;
- inserts under the bust.
The easiest way to lengthen a skirt or dress is to unravel the folded edge of the hem. This can only be done if there is enough fabric folded underneath.
If the product has a straight cut or tapers at the bottom (for example, a pencil skirt), you can carefully rip the folded edge and steam it with an iron.
A braid should be placed along the resulting cut or additional tape should be attached to it, which can be hemmed.
A short dress can be lengthened using another fabric with variegated colors. Material with polka dots, stripes, floral prints and other patterns is suitable.
In order for the lower part of the product to harmoniously combine with the upper, you need to design not only the bottom, but also the details of the sleeves, neck or collar in a similar way, or make an insert from decorative fabric.
If there is no need to radically change the appearance of the product, you can limit yourself to a pocket or a bow.
This will make it possible to make the frills or folds more magnificent. To make a flounce, you need to stitch the edge of the cut, then gather it evenly on a thread and sew it to the bottom of the product.
Seam cuts need to be processed using an overlocker or manually and ironed.
You can lengthen the product by making original inserts from a different fabric. To do this, you need to cut off the hem of the skirt or dress, and from another fabric, cut out a strip of the required length and width and stitch it between the two parts of the skirt.
An option in which the insert will be slightly narrower than the lower part will look more impressive. If the model has a flared skirt, then it is recommended to cut the additional fabric in the form of a trapezoid with an extension downwards.
From a piece of fabric you need to cut a strip of the required length and width, and then sew it between the upper and lower parts of the clothing, thus lengthening the bodice.
If the dress is one-piece, you need to accurately measure the distance on both sides of the product (along the side seams at the top and bottom), set control points and make an insert.
The original option would be to insert it in the form of a belt. To do this, in addition to inserting the main piece of fabric, you need to add an additional element in the form of a bow or fastener at the front or back.
By making an original insert, you can not only increase the length, but also change the style. A regular flared dress can easily be transformed into a Greek style piece by adding an element under the bust. To do this, open all the darts, if any, and steam them thoroughly. Next, you should cut out the insert of the desired size and carefully stitch it.
If the width of the skirt itself is not enough for free volume, additional vertical inserts are a good idea. To do this, it is recommended to cut them in the form of trapezoids, flared downwards. Perhaps one such element at the front will be enough. This way you can expand your maternity dress. Your rounded belly will hide under your coattails, and you won’t have to spend money on a new wardrobe.
The product can be lengthened in the bodice area by sewing a piece of fabric to the upper part. When designing, it is necessary to provide sufficient volume for the décolleté area. It can be ensured by a bow gathered in the center of the chest or a horizontal flounce with an elastic band or straps. If the dress has a straight silhouette with bare shoulders, you can sew a horizontal stripe at the armpit level.
Knitted products have stretch properties, so the inserts should be much lighter than the main fabric. This must be taken into account if the hem is lengthened with knitted elements.
In this case, you should choose thinner threads and an openwork type of weaving.
An original silhouette can be created by attaching a single-tiered or multi-tiered skirt made of light fabric. The cape is sewn separately, then attached or fastened over the shortened dress.
Fastening turns a regular model into a transformer. A dress with a train is made using the same principle.
It is possible to increase the length using a petticoat made of thin fabric, which is sewn separately and attached to the wrong side of the skirt.
A universal addition are elements made of leather or its substitute. This finish looks stylish on denim and other fabrics. Denim is also a great addition to a skirt or dress.
What these two types of material have in common is that to complete the look you will need a paired combination of inserts.
For example, the hem of a dress, complemented with leather or denim, will look harmonious with the same element at the top of the product.
Sometimes it happens that a dress turns out to be too short, but you don’t want to part with it.
For example, if it was given to you, or it was bought online without trying on, or it jumped because you gained weight. It turns out that there are several effective ways to correct the situation.
How to lengthen a knitted dress and keep your favorite outfit in your wardrobe - we’ll look at the options in detail in this article.
Sometimes this dress, ideal in all respects, is awkward or inappropriate on the figure due to the fact that its length is only a few centimeters short. In this case, we should not put it aside for unnecessary things, and we should try to raise the hem to the optimal size.
How to lengthen the hem of a dress
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You need
- - suitable fabric;
- - Sewing threads to match;
- - Sewing machine;
- - Scissors;
- Tape ends;
- - Needle;
- - Knitting needles with fishing line;
- - crochet hook;
- - for knitting.
Management
Let's look at how to hem the hem of a dress. Sometimes its width is 3-4 centimeters, and often enough for the outfit to fit perfectly. In this case, you need to carefully open the machine seam or remove the thread if the edge is done by hand.
Pull the fabric and iron it thoroughly. If the wrinkles do not go away, dampen the material and try again. Select a thin fabric for the main material of the dress, cut from strips whose length corresponds to the width of the dress's skirt.
Place it with the right side facing the bottom and stitch it using a sewing machine. The problem is that the hem and auxiliary strips are left on the fabric between the layers. Iron iron, make sure there is no other fabric visible in front.
Use material that matches the dress's texture and color. If the product has a straight cut, its hem can be extended by sewing a rectangular piece of fabric. The dress will only benefit from this, especially if it can be successfully combined with different types of fabrics.
The insert width can, so the Mini model can easily be converted to Midi. To make the image harmonious, decorate in a similar way on the sleeves. In addition to a simple, straight dress, it can be extended with a flounce. The part can be cut according to the “sun” principle, or represent a strip of fabric from one edge.
If desired, you can decorate the dress with several flounces.
Use lace and guipure ribbon with a lace edge if you need to lengthen the hem of vintage or romantic dresses. The top edge of the decorative border must be placed under the edge of the skirt and built. Place. Through the transparent light invoice lace, such an insert will not weigh down the image. A dress with a ribbon in a contrasting color looks very impressive.
Carefully cast on the knitting needles with fishing line the loops from the edge of the hem, knit a strip of the required length. Hide the thread. The number of loops in the additional piece of the dress must match the number in the body.
If the style and required products that allow you to create an openwork pattern along the edge of the hem using a hook.
- unraveling the hem;
- adding a lace element;
- yoke insert;
- finishing the bottom hem with a different fabric;
- adding shuttlecocks;
- making a case from a translucent material with a length exceeding the parameters of the clothing.
Using lace to lengthen
Lace sewn along the bottom is one of the simplest and at the same time extraordinary ways of lengthening. This is especially ideal if you need to change your lace dress. You can buy a ready-made strip of lace in a store or prepare it yourself from available openwork fabric.
Lace can be used in various variations. If this is a knitted dress, it is advisable to know how to use a crochet hook. Lengthening a dress with lace is possible for most models, but this option will not work with some materials. If, for example, this is a denim dress, then in this case the ideal option is to sew on flounces from a similar fabric. For knitwear, it is recommended to use a wide strip of lace material with a large ornament; it is better to sew translucent lace to silk.
Any woman who knows sewing techniques at an amateur level can beautifully lengthen clothes with lace:
- You can calculate the width of the lace yourself. Same as length.
- The pre-prepared strip is sewn or connected using a crochet hook to the bottom of the hem.
- Using an iron, which releases steam during ironing, carefully smooth the seam.
The choice of color of the additional fabric should be treated with special attention. By choosing lace to match, you can visually smooth out the transition from one fabric to another, thereby simply lengthening the dress without highlighting the lower part.
Contrasting color laces create a special effect on the updated dress. A new piece of clothing immediately catches your eye. And if it is sewn correctly and the color harmonizes well with the dress, then the owner of such an outfit can be sure that the admiring glances of passers-by will be turned in her direction.
How to beautifully lengthen a knitted dress
Since knitted fabric tends to stretch, clothes for which this material is used are lengthened with an insert at the waist or neatly along the hem.
When sewing, special needles are used for working with knitwear. Otherwise, holes will appear on the fabric, and subsequently this threatens the appearance of arrows.
To lengthen products made from natural knitwear, the same type of material is used. If the insert is small, it is recommended to use elastic lace.
An interesting idea for a knitted dress is self-crocheted lace. The basis is the hem threads.
If you have knitting skills and the design of the product matches the proposed option, it is good to complement it with Irish lace. Its elements are knitted separately, the finished parts are assembled into one whole, creating a unique pattern.
A light skirt made of translucent material goes well with an adjacent knitwear item.
How to lengthen the back of a dress
If there is a harness at the back, the model plays with it by inserting a blade. Complementing it with lush flounces, this detail can easily be turned into a luxurious train that is pulled out from under the belt.
By gradually building up the fabric tiers, a luxurious diamond overlay is obtained.
How to lengthen a wedding dress
The most complex and labor-intensive lengthening process is considered to be working with wedding dresses with a fluffy bottom.
To do this, carry out:
- attaching an additional layer of lace that matches the product to the bottom tier;
- inserting a strip of material into the place of the embroidered junction of the skirt and corset.
Making inserts on the skirt (leather, simple, straight)
Ironing and drying
Hard tulle, thick guipure, and mesh are selected for the skin. To hide the holes that appeared when opening the seam, a decorative element is sewn on the front side of the product.
The hem spacer is performed with great care to prevent damage to the fabric. Having applied the decorative part, carefully stitch it, trying to ensure that the stitching follows the existing holes.
The extension strip is fixed not only to the hem, it can also decorate the middle of the product. To do this, you need to carefully measure and cut off a few centimeters from the bottom of the product and carefully sew in the insert.
An original option for lengthening is decorating the hem with thick fringe or thick lace. For the latter, you don’t need to use a machine; special glue will handle this process well.
Crocheted lace from the hem will also lengthen the product.
For a simple skirt, different methods of lengthening are suitable. An additional strip is placed in the place of the yoke, sewn in the middle or stitched to the hem of the product or to the lower edge of the lining.
An elongated straight skirt looks good with an inserted yoke. First, open the darts and seams on the sides to the middle of the thigh. Cut out the yoke and sew it on.
Dresses such as a ballgown, where length is a must, can be made to last a while longer with the help of an insert. There are several methods for this, since outfits of this type can have significant differences. It is advisable to know in advance how to lengthen such clothing models.
A guipure dress should be extended only with such fabric, although the option of using lace inserts is also used by specialists. It is important to choose the correct width of the inserted strip. If this part is translucent, it will look most harmonious closer to the knee part of the legs.
Lengthening a short black dress
A short black dress effectively emphasizes the slimness and beauty of a woman's legs. How can you lengthen a dress if it has suddenly jumped up or is short for some other reason? Surprisingly, but the classic color when increasing the length of the product requires preparation with special care.
Black color is a symbol of luxury and severity. It requires careful selection of accessories and shoes. The shortened version goes well with the youth and freshness of a woman.
Black color is ideal for a dress for everyday use. All kinds of pollution that are inevitable in everyday life are practically invisible. Black clothes fit harmoniously into any environment: work, a walk or an evening out.
Transformation with lengthening can be done in several ways:
- Insertion using a yoke.
- Steaming the hem.
- Lengthening with flounces.
- Extending the hem using a strip of fabric.
- Using bias binding.
