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How to Enlarge a Skirt Waistband

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  1. How to Enlarge a Skirt Waistband, How to Enlarge a Skirt Waistband: Schritt 1, Bild 1 von 1
    • Measure the waist band with a ruler or measuring tape.

    • Measure your waist.

    • Subtract the two measurements to determine how many inches you want to add on.

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    • Measure roughly 2 inches below the waistband.

    • Mark a vertical line with a tailor's chalk, a white pencil, or pins.

    • Cut down to the end of the line.

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    • Measure and mark the elastic to twice the length you want to add on.

    • Cut the elastic strip.

    • Then, cut that same strip at the halfway mark.

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    • Overlap your elastic strips from step 3.

    • Depending on how many inches you are adding on, you may need to cut several strips.

    • Sew the strips together

    • Be cautious of where you place your fingers when dealing with sharp objects.

  5. How to Enlarge a Skirt Waistband: Schritt 5, Bild 1 von 2 How to Enlarge a Skirt Waistband: Schritt 5, Bild 2 von 2
    • Fold the elastic in half.

    • Cut at about a 60 degree angle (creating a triangle).

  6. How to Enlarge a Skirt Waistband: Schritt 6, Bild 1 von 1
    • Turn the skirt inside out.

    • Sew the elastic triangle into the opening you cut in Step 2.

    • Try your new skirt on for size.

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