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   barbchr | Jan 05, 2010 12:18am | #1

   There's an item on the Q&A
   There's an item on the Q&A page of THREADS Issue 122 (p. 72) by Linda Lee. The article is about how to preserve the original hem when shortening a pair of jeans. The hem is cut off and reattached after the jeans have been cut down to the desired length. It doesn't mention designer jeans specifically but I imagine the method wouldn't be any different.

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   sewlace | Jan 06, 2010 07:02pm | #5

   THANK YOU..it is exactly what I was after. Also thanks for the other answers and hints, too. WHat a great forum!

   cheers,marie-elena

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   genevieve | Jan 05, 2010 06:58am | #2

   My son-in-law wears expensive and stylish designer jeans, and all his pants need to be taken up. Inspired by the Threads info, I cut the hemmed section off about a 1/2 inch above the stitched hem, and pin the new seam removing the required amount.) I overlock the seam just above the original stitched hem, using heat sensitive thread in the upper looper. Then I press the overlocked seam upwards so that it glues to the inner leg. The seam looks invisible on the outside.

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   andsewon | Jan 05, 2010 01:39pm | #3

   Hi, just read your post regarding hemming jeans. where did you find the heat sensitive thread? thanks

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   genevieve | Jan 13, 2010 07:32am | #6

   Sorry for the delay in response - and I haven't got good news. I have always used Smart Stitch, which I think was imported from Switzerland. About 2 (maybe more) years ago I coudln't get it at my usual supplier. I emailed the importer - no response and no more web page. It had gone! I then found Gutterman had stopped producing their version. I haven't found any new options, but I did chase around and managed to buy several large spools, which are keeping me going. I think the product is fabulous, especially for fine slinky / jersey hems.Does anyone know of a new producer?

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   KharminJ | Jan 13, 2010 11:42am | #7

   hmmm, Gen -
   CreateForLess.com
   hmmm, Gen -

   CreateForLess.com still shows Gutermann Fusible Thread here:

   http://tinyurl.com/ykun85f

   AND - Hallelujah! - they have a toll-free phone number on the Contact Us page!!

   This certainly seems like way too useful and handy a product to discontinue - I hope your sources were mistaken!

   Bright Blessings ~ Kharmin

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   genevieve | Jan 16, 2010 07:35am | #8

   good news - thanks!

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   stillsuesew | Jan 06, 2010 12:02pm | #4

   It will only work if the jeans legs are absolutely straight.