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    Help Removing an Invisible Stitched Hem

    I recently bought a kilt that had been hemmed using an invisible stitched that set the length from 24" down to around 22". I was told that the selvage edge still in original condition and was never cut when they altered Kilt to make shorter, it was simply folded & stitched.

    Under normal circumstances, I would either be reaching out to one of our sponsors or the local tailor (who does the kilts for a number of the bands in my area) about "fixing" this issue, but given the current climate we are in, I'm wondering if this is something that I might be able to fix/undo fairly easily myself.

    So, for someone with virtually no seamstress experience under my belt, I am curious if people would suggest that I could do this myself, or advise that I just hold off and let a professional do it.

    I would also like advice on, once I remove the stitches holding up the hem, do I just steam out the crease?

    Thank you all in advance for your help, and understanding my level (or lack thereof) of kilt modification.

    Rob

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    Could we see a picture please.

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    Quote Originally Posted by figheadair View Post
    Could we see a picture please.
    Including a closeup - as close as you can get it, please.
    Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.

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    And please include a close up of each apron facing so we can see how the fabric is folded.

    Please include the small turned up areas at the other side of the apron so we can see how that was done too.
    Steve Ashton
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    Swish + Swagger = Swoon.

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    Nova Scotia?

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