How to Repair a Belt Loop on Dress Pants

Step 1: Prepare Your Sewing Machine

Before you start repairing your belt loop, make sure your sewing machine is ready to use. Thread your sewing machine with a thread that matches your pants. You can find the threading instructions in your sewing machine’s manual or online.

Step 2: Remove the Extension Table

Remove the extension table from your sewing machine to give yourself more room to work. This will allow you to easily access the area where you’ll be sewing the belt loop.

Step 3: Pin the Belt Loop Seam

Pin the belt loop seam side up so that the top of the loop is 1/4 inch above the seam. Make sure the pins are secure and won’t come loose while you’re sewing.

Step 4: Sew the Belt Loop

Sew using a straight stitch along the seam. Use the reverse feature on your sewing machine to go over the stitches three times to ensure they’re secure.

Step 5: Trim the Excess

Once you’ve finished sewing, trim the excess length of the belt loop so that there’s a 1/4 inch overlap. This will help the belt loop lay flat and prevent it from coming undone.

Step 6: Fold and Pin the Belt Loop

Fold the belt loop over and pin it to the top of the waistband. Make sure the pins are secure and won’t come loose while you’re sewing.

Step 7: Sew the Top of the Belt Loop

Sew the top of the belt loop using a straight stitch, making sure to leave a 1/8 inch seam allowance. Use the reverse feature on your sewing machine to go over the stitches three times to ensure they’re secure.

Step 8: Trim the Remaining Threads

Once you’ve finished sewing, trim the remaining threads to prevent them from coming loose and causing the belt loop to come undone.

Conclusion

With these steps, you should be able to repair a belt loop on your dress pants. Remember to take your time and be patient, as sewing can be a bit tricky. If you’re not comfortable sewing, you can always schedule a repair with Salvation Repair, where our experienced technicians will be happy to help you fix your pants.

At Salvation Repair, we offer a limited lifetime guarantee on all parts and labor, so you can trust that your repair will be done right the first time. Schedule a repair today and get back to enjoying your pants!