topic Re: Launder before hemming? in Fashion

Launder before hemming?

Mustang Shar — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 21:09:23 GMT

I have the Lapis blue trousers, they need about 1.5 inches hemmed. Should I launder them first to see if the length would shrink? They probably don't shrink, but thought I should ask anyway. TIA

Re: Launder before hemming?

JustJazzmom — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 21:13:18 GMT

I would launder and then see how they look before hemming, just in case.

Re: Launder before hemming?

DiAnne — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 21:13:23 GMT

I would. I wash everything before I wear it.

Re: Launder before hemming?

Mustang Shar — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 22:16:52 GMT

Thank you!! I will do!

Re: Launder before hemming?

shoesnbags — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 22:44:09 GMT

Always, always clean things the way you'll normally be cleaning them, laundry or dry clean, before hemming. That's the best way to avoid an unpleasant surprise later. At 5'2", I'm VERY experienced on the topic of hemming, lol.

Re: Launder before hemming?

PinkyPetunia — Sat, 05 Apr 2014 22:51:37 GMT

Depends on the fabric. Polyester won't shrink but cotton and rayon will. If in doubt, wash the garment first.