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How to Resize Baggy Overalls

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    1. How to Resize Baggy Overalls, How to Resize Baggy Overalls: step 1, image 1 of 3 How to Resize Baggy Overalls, How to Resize Baggy Overalls: step 1, image 2 of 3 How to Resize Baggy Overalls, How to Resize Baggy Overalls: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Try on the overalls.

      • Take your ruler and measure from the bottom of the crotch up to the desired crotch point.

      • Take note of your measurements.

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      • Flip the overalls inside out and lay them flat.

      • Use the ruler to place the recorded intake length measured in Step 1.

      • Mark the top of this measurement on the center seam of the overalls.

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      • Using your fabric chalk, draw an angled line from the top of your crotch point to blend seamlessly with the bottom of your inseam.

      • Measure the line just marked.

      • Repeat measurements on the other side.

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      • Take your pins and pin them downwards along both lines.

      • Make sure to pin on both sides of the fabric and leave about 3" of spacing between each pin.

      • Be careful not to prod your fingers when pinning the fabric.

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      • Try on the pinned overalls to ensure a comfortable fit.

      • If the measurements still need adjustment, head to Step 6.

      • If the measurements are perfect, head to Step 7.

      • Be careful when trying on the overalls. Wear a pair of long pants under to protect from being poked.

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      • Lay your overalls back on a flat surface.

      • Take your fabric chalk and redraw your new measurements

      • Re-pin your new measurements.

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      • Sewing machine set up will vary with each machine. Refer to the article in the introduction on How to Use a Sewing Machine as needed.

      • Bring your overalls under the sewing needle and line the needle to the top of the crotch marker.

      • Gently press the foot pedal below to slowly start moving your fabric along your chalk line.

      • When you reach a pin, pause machine before removing.

      • Run the machine through the end of your marker point.

      • Cut the excess thread after the pass.

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      • Lay your overalls back on a flat surface.

      • Cut the fabric along the sewn seam.

      • Leave half an inch of fabric from your seam to prevent loosening.

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      • Flip your overalls inside out.

      • Try them on and you're done!

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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