Prepare the garment
Step 1
Mark the garment's hem according to the length desired using a white fabric pencil. Delineate the fabric where the item will be folded. Leave a hem allowance of 1 to 2 inches. Trim away the excess with fabric scissors.
Step 2
Set the iron to the appropriate heat level. Use high heat for thicker fabrics such as denim.
Step 3
Press the iron on top of the inside of the hem, preheating the fabric for bonding. Be prepared to place the tape right away.
Step 4
Apply the adhesive tape horizontally along the edge of the marked hem, pressing down as you go. Do this on one side of the garment at a time.
Step 5
Fold the bottom of your pants along the marked line, pressing it down over the tape with one hand. With the other hand, press the iron on top of the fabric firmly. Hold the iron in place for at least five seconds to allow the tape to melt.
Step 6
Place another piece of adhesive in the hem if you're shortening the fabric by over an inch or if the adhesive doesn't cover the entire hem's width. This will bond the fabric more securely.
