How to Let Out a Tight Waistband (Easy Alteration Tutorial)

Have a pair of shorts, trousers or a skirt that fits everywhere… except the waist? In this video, I show you exactly how I altered a pair of too-tight shorts by letting out the front and back darts and adding extra ease to the waistband. At the beginning, I share a realistic try-on so you can see how tight they were (hello muffin top 😅). Then I walk you through the full alteration process step by step — and finish with the final try-on so you can see the difference. If you’ve ever wondered: • How to let out a waistband • How to make shorts, trousers or skirts bigger at the waist • How to open darts to create extra ease • How to add an extension piece to a waistband …this tutorial will show you exactly how I did it. Sustainable fashion is often about making what you already own work better for your body — and this is such a satisfying fix. Let me know in the comments: would you try this alteration? #ShortsAlteration #SewingTutorial #SustainableFashion #ClothingAlterations #MakeClothesFit