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Adding length to finished pants

I just finished the pants in fine wale corduroy, in a size 2 with a size 3 length. My granddaughter is 38 inches tall which falls under size 3. After hemming (fold 1/2 inch, then fold 1 inch again) they are 1 inch too short. What is the best way to add length. I removed the stitches in the current hem and tried a narrow hem but it doesn't look good and I think it might roll. I am thinking about doing the bottoms like the bedtime story pajamas unless you have a better idea. I have another pair cut out and I will have to modify those too. I love sewing this pattern and the wide hem looks perfect for the pants. I chose the view with the ruffles. It was so worth it to sew all of the optional top stitching too.


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