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We all know how annoying stretchy jeans can be, but isn’t that just how it is? Suddenly the waistband of your pants no longer feels so tight and your knees get wrinkles from sitting all day. Relatable?
But there is a solution for that. You can shrink your jeans. Yes, you read it correctly. Shrink jeans are the new trend. These jeans are much tighter than regular jeans and more form-fitting than skinny jeans. Your crotch area sits higher on your waist, making your legs, hips, and bottom appear slimmer. Wondering how to shrink jeans so they fit you perfectly? All you need is a few simple tricks (we mean cuffs). Discover these techniques in this post and never let a pair of jeans bother you again.
Seal your jeans in a plastic bag, put them in another plastic bag and tie them. Place it in a piece of dry ice and leave it for a few hours to shrink. Be careful, however, as certain fabrics may become stiff or damaged once the dry ice has evaporated.
Dampen any loose areas on your jeans with hot water. This can be the waistband, thigh areas or knees. Turn your iron on the cotton setting and run it over the damp areas of your jeans. Be careful not to stay in one place for too long. Once the jeans are completely dry, you can put them on.
Remember to only wet the problem areas of your jeans, not soak them.
This may seem a bit complicated, but it works well. Fill the bathtub with hot water. Remember not to use soap. Put on your jeans and get in the bathtub. Wait for the water to cool down and then get out. Shake off the excess water and go outside. You can also walk around a little, but make sure the jeans are completely dry so that they fit naturally to your figure.
However, in cold weather, you can also hang the jeans outside after washing. Then let it dry for the rest of the day.
Fill your sink with warm water and soak the jeans. Once the jeans are wet, take them off and wring them out until they are damp. Then tap the entire fabric with a wooden paddle/spoon for about ten minutes and repeat the process on the other side. This method helps you shrink the jeans by increasing friction in certain areas.
Place your jeans in the freezer overnight and take them out the next morning. After a day or two, your pants will shrink and you can wear them. However, this method is not recommended for cotton items as the material becomes stiff and uncomfortable after drying.
This technique is simple. Put your stretched jeans in the washing machine and set them to the highest temperature. When you’re done, throw them in the dryer. Wait until they are completely dry. Your shrunken jeans would be ready for immediate use. However, be careful if your jeans are made of delicate fabric – try to reduce the temperature in the washing machine accordingly.
Fill a large skillet or pot with 70 degree water. Please note that very hot water can damage the fabric. Now turn your jeans over and leave them over the pan. Make sure the jeans are completely submerged. Since the water is hot, you can press the jeans down with a spoon or ladle. Leave it on for about 20 to 30 minutes. Avoid adding fabric softener to your jeans as it softens and relaxes the fibers. Stir the water from time to time. You can then drain the water and dry the jeans.
Each of these techniques works differently for different types of materials.
Now you know exactly how to shrink your jeans. However, if your garment feels baggy despite these techniques, you should visit your local tailor and have the alterations made. Because the tricks mentioned here offer at best a temporary solution. A visit to a specialist can offer a permanent solution and also extend the lifespan of your homehe lengthen clothes.
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