How to Make Bell Bottoms Into Skinny Jeans Without Sewing
There’s no need to spend money on a new pair of jeans when you can easily make your bell-bottoms into skinny jeans without sewing. All you need is a little bit of fabric and some basic supplies. It’s a lot easier than you might think! With just a few simple steps, you can have brand new skinny jeans in no time.
Bell bottoms are a classic style of jeans that have made a comeback in recent years. However, if you don’t want to wear the traditional wide-leg bell-bottom style, you can easily make them skinny jeans without sewing. All you need is a pair of scissors and some pins! Read on for instructions on how to make bell bottoms into skinny jeans without sewing.
Summary: If you’re looking to make bell bottoms into skinny jeans without sewing, there are a few different ways to go about it. One option is to buy a pair of jeggings or leggings and cut them down the middle, creating two skinny jeans halves. You can then use the same method to turn the bellbottom portion into a pair of skinny jeans. Another option is to buy a pair of pants that are wide at the bottom and fit snugly around your legs, then use a seam ripper and remove the excess fabric around the lower leg. This will create a pair of skinny jeans that are slightly wider at the bottom than usual.
10 Ways on How to Make Bell Bottoms Into Skinny Jeans Without Sewing:
1. Cut the Bell-bottom Jeans
The first thing you need to do is cut the bell-bottom jeans to be more like skinny jeans. You can do this by cutting off the excess fabric at the bottom of the legs. Be sure to cut evenly, so the jeans are the same size down.
2. Use Fabric Glue
If you don’t want to or can’t sew, you can use fabric glue to keep the jeans in place. First, apply a thin layer of fabric glue to the inside of the waistband and then stick it to the corresponding part on the other leg. Let it dry for about an hour before wearing to prevent any mishaps.
3. Get Rid of the Excess Fabric
You’ll also want to get rid of the pockets and excess fabric that hangs down around your ankles. Again, you can either cut or fold them away (be sure not to cut through both layers).
4. Use a Safety Pin
If you don’t have fabric glue, you can use a safety pin to keep the jeans in place. Simply poke the safety pin through the waistband and attach it to the corresponding part on the other leg.
5. Use Binder Clips
Binder clips can also be used to keep the jeans in place. Clip them to the waistband and attach them to the corresponding part on the other leg.
6. Use a Belt:
You can always use a belt if you want to use fabric glue, safety pins, or binder clips. But, first, wrap the belt around your waist and attach it to the corresponding part on the other leg.
7. Use a Rubber Band
If you don’t have a belt, you can use a rubber band. Wrap the rubber band around your waist and attach it to the corresponding part on the other leg.
8. Fold the Jeans
You can also fold the excess fabric down into your boots or shoes or cut it off if you want to keep them in place.
9. Use Double-sided Tape
Use double-sided tape when you don’t have any of the above items on hand. Stick one part of the tape to the jeans’ waistband and then attach it to the corresponding part on the other leg.
10. Use Suspenders
Suspenders can also be used to keep the jeans in place. Attach them to the waistband and attach them to the corresponding part on the other leg. Whichever method you choose, be sure to keep the jeans in place, so they don’t fall. You may have to try a few different ways before finding the one that works best for you. Enjoy your new skinny jeans!
Instructions: How to Make Bell Bottoms Into Skinny Jeans Without Sewing
Step 1
Turn the jeans inside out. Then, please put on the pants and pull them up to your hips or wherever you want them to sit.
Step 2
Now, just cut straight across, right above where it starts to get skinny. Again, it’s best to do this in one fluid motion so that the cut is even all the way around. You don’t need to use a ruler for this step.
Step 3
Now, remove the jeans and turn them right side out. You should have two flaps on each leg. The cut you made earlier will create the skinny pant legs, so you’ll need to fold those in.
Step 4
Please take one of the leg flaps and fold it inside the jeans. Then, take your other flap and fold it on top of that one (sort of like you would when folding a present). Make sure to do this neatly with no overlapping creases or bumps.
Step 5
Now, grab your elastic thread and needle. Put the hand through one of the belt loops (this will help hold the flaps together while you sew). Then, weave the thread through the belt loop and pull it tight.
Step 6
Sew up that flap! The easiest way to do this is to use a simple running stitch. Just put the needle in and out between the seams about every half inch or so. Once you’ve gone all the way around, tie off the thread on the underside of the belt loop.
Step 7
Do this to all four of your belt loops, and then try on your pants! If they’re too short, do it again with another piece of elastic thread or even some regular line if that’s all you have. And there you have it! Your bell bottoms are now skinny jeans without having to sew a single thing. Just follow these simple steps, and you’ll be good to go. Enjoy your new, trendy pants!
Some Tips and Suggestions:
1. Hem the bottom of the bell bottoms, so they are the same length as your desired skinny jeans.
2. If you have a sewing machine, sew a thin strip of fabric around the bottom hem to hold it in place. If you don’t have a sewing machine, use Fabric Glue or double-sided tape to adhere the hem in place.
3. Fold the bell-bottoms so they are the same width as your desired skinny jeans and cut them to this width, cutting off any extra fabric that would hang below your feet or curl up when you walked.
4. Sew or glue a thin strip of fabric around the newly cut bottom edge of the bell-bottoms to hold them in place.
5. Hem the bottom of the bell-bottoms to match the original hem.
6. Cut off any extra fabric that would hang below your feet or curl up when you walk.
7. Sew, glue, or tape the bottom edge of the bell bottoms to match the width of the newly cut bottom edge.
Things to Consider When Making Bell Bottoms Into Skinny Jeans:
1. Width of Bell-bottoms:
This will determine how slim your skinny jeans will be. If your bell-bottoms are relatively wide, you may need to take in the sides quite a bit to achieve a skinny fit.
2. Length of Bell-bottoms:
You’ll also want to consider the length of your bell-bottoms when making them into skinny jeans. If they are much shorter than your typical skinny jeans, you’ll need to adjust the pattern accordingly.
3. Fabric Type:
You’ll want to use a fabric that has some stretch to achieve a comfortable and flattering fit.
4. Pattern Type:
You’ll also need to consider the pattern you want to use for your bell-bottoms before making them into skinny jeans. If you’re uncomfortable with altering patterns, there are other ways to go about it. You could, for example, use a pair of skinny jeans as a pattern to cut out your bell bottoms.
5. Decorative Stitching for Skinny Jeans:
If you’re going to add decorative stitching, such as top-stitching or side-seams, you’ll want to do that before cutting your bell bottom into pieces (or using a pair of skinny jeans as a pattern).
Do Bell Bottom Jeans Make You Look Thinner?
There is no definitive answer to this question, as it depends on many factors, including your body type and the style of bell-bottom jeans you choose. However, bell-bottom jeans can help create the appearance of a thinner waistline and legs, which is why they continue to be popular fashion statements.
If you want to try wearing bell-bottom jeans but don’t want to invest in a new pair, you can easily convert your regular jeans into bell-bottoms without sewing. All you need is a pair of scissors and some patience.
If you’re feeling crafty, try using a pair of bell-bottom jeans that are too small for you as your template. Once your remake is complete, they will fit perfectly into the legs of your bell-bottoms.
Conclusion
The key to this look is a few strategic cuts and the right pair of pants. If you want something with more shape, try adding darts at the front center back seams on both legs for shaping-then sew up any gaps in these areas once they are pinned together.
You can also add seam allowances by cutting off excess fabric from your hem allowance or cuff length before sewing them down. Finally, make sure that both pieces have the same number of pleats, so it looks like one continuous leg when finished!
We hope this blog post on how to make bell bottoms into skinny jeans without sewing will be helpful and informative If you’re looking to make your custom pair of pants.
Nancy Behan
Nancy is an embroidery artist, fashion blogger and a full time editor at DIY quickly. Nancy edits the fashion section on DIY quickly, focusing on the embroidery and cross stitch articles, alongside with fabric and other costume design elements. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts in Art History. She loves to work on her own projects, read books and watch romantic movies in her spare time.
