Bristols 6's Hem Tape from hemtape.com for denim alters jeans quickly and
acts as a temporary tailor. The altering requires no ironing, scissors, or
stitching -- just the tape itself. The hem tape is applied to the bottom of jeans
and is concealed from view after hemming. The tape helps you customize,
hem, or tailor jeans for wear so you can try out new styles before making any
permanent changes to the denim. This double stick hem tape is great for
switching from heels to flats on-the-go or turning long jeans into capris for
hot weather. The tape can also tailor too-long jeans so they don't drag on the
ground. The tape works for skinny, straight, bootcut, classic, and wide leg
jeans, and can even be used on non-denim fabric pants, skirts, and shorts.
The hem tape makes a clean, smooth hem and does not leave behind sticky residue or marks on the fabric. It is also durable and highly adhesive to fabric, so it lasts and holds the fabric in place for several days. The directions say to take off jeans and fold them inside-out to apply the tape, but I found that you can easily use the tape without even taking the jeans off. But be careful to remove the tape before washing, drying, or ironing your jeans!!
This tape changes the look and style of jeans without permanently altering them,
so you can wear the same pair of jeans at different lengths for multiple new
looks! It's a great way to get more out of your jeans for different occasions,
places, and styles; you can mix it up and experiment. YOU become the designer.
Jeans can be shortened or cuffed by rolling them and then using the tape. The
tape is also handy to have in your purse to repair fallen hems as you go and it stays in place for the rest of the day.
Each packet of hem tape costs $12.00 (not bad) and comes
with 18 strips, which measure 1.5" x 3".The hem tape is white and rectangular with double sides. A clear layer on one side must be peeled off the tape to apply it to fabric. The hem tape works for a quick-fix, an experimental look, or just a change-up. It stays put and sticks to fabric without leaving marks or residue behind, so you don't have to worry; you can be creative and mix up the look of your jeans again and again! You can buy Bristols 6 Hem Tape at www.amazon.com.
Mom Central received a pack of Bristol 6 Hem Tape in order to review this product.
My 17-yr-old daughter is only 4' 11" and many times jeans are just too long for her. This is a great idea. Where can I buy it?
Posted by: nancy holly | 08/24/2009 at 03:32 AM