Sewing: Altering Jeans

Enrichment Adult / Arts -

AE 2526 Winter Spring

Making alterations to store-bought clothes, especially jeans can be tricky. This class will offer different options for shortening jeans and the leg shaping needed to complete the look. We’ll also build skills in waist and back fitting, like adding darts to fit better or taking in the seams. Practice jeans will be provided

Fabric is provided for you to practice on, so you can build skill before tackling your favorite jeans. If you're ready to jump right in, bring

Bring to class

your sewing machine and pedal in good working order to the first session project
Pins, little scissors and a hem gauge (if you have them)
topstitching thread that matches your garment
the jeans you want to alter
a denim needle in size 16/100 or 18/110
all purpose thread

Colleen M Kahn

Colleen Kahn (she/her) learned to sew as a child through 4-H and had the great luck to be mentored by dedicated and patient women. Colleen earned degrees in Clothing Design from College of St. Catherine and London College of Fashion. Over the years, she completed additional training and gained expertise in bridal, men’s tailoring, millinery, costume making, alterations, dyeing, surface design, and more. Colleen has spent many years sewing custom wedding and formal wear in the Twin Cities. Colleen is also the founder of Stitch Masters Sewing School.