I bought a pair of striped corduroy breeches today from Scots Lion, but they're just a little too short to tuck into my almost-knee-high boots. Right now they have a casing with elastic. I'd like to add a longer cuff of something (either brown twill or black corduroy; whatever I find in my stash) them, just to give them a little more needed length. But I'm not exactly sure how to go about it. I'm sure it would be easy--anyone have suggestions?
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Take apart the elastic casing. What fabric is there, press it so that it can be either regathered or pleated into a new leg band.
To make a longer leg band, determine the length and color you want to make it based on your knee and calf measurement. Cut a lining as well. The outside seam can have an opening were you can sew several clasps on each side.
Hope this idea helps.