Keep Original Cuffs

Check out the step-by-step instructions to learn how to pin your shirt for the Keep Original Cuffs alteration.

Applicable items include Shirts, Button Downs, Sweatshirts, and Dresses. Sweatshirt depicted in Pinning Guide for reference.

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Before You Get Started

To pin this alteration, you’ll need the one Keep Original Cuffs safety pin from your Ship Kit.

If you don’t have a Ship Kit yet, head to our Shop page to get started. Once you complete your order, we’ll send your complimentary Ship Kit.

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Determine your new sleeve length.

Choose either Option A or B below to find your perfect sleeve length.

A Put on the item you are altering.

While standing up straight in front of a mirror, fold your item's sleeve up and inward to see how different lengths look. Continue testing lengths until you’re satisfied.

Once you've decided the length, hold the spot with your finger, release the folded fabric, and grab the Keep Original Cuffs safety pin from your Ship Kit.

This alteration does not adjust cuff size. Cuffs can be snug, so make sure they fit comfortably at your new sleeve length.

B Use an item you own as a guide.

Look through your closet for items with sleeve lengths you like and pick one you'd like to copy.

Once you've picked your reference item, lay the item you’re altering on a flat surface, then place the reference piece on top.

Align the shoulders of both items before deciding your new sleeve length.

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Mark your desired sleeve length with the Keep Original Cuffs safety pin.

At the length marked by your finger, secure the safety pin parallel to your existing sleeve hem somewhere between the sleeve hem and the sleeve seam.

This pin marks your new sleeve length (where the cuffs will end).

You only need to pin one sleeve of your item. We’ll make sure your sleeves are evenly hemmed.
If you’re removing less length than the height of the cuff, it is okay to pierce the safety pin through the cuff.

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Test the sleeve length you pinned.

After placing the Keep Original Cuffs safety pin, fold the hem of your sleeve up and inward at the pinned length to double-check your choice.

Adjust and repin if needed.

Make sure the safety pin is parallel to the sleeve hem.

If you purchased additional customizations for this item, refer to the next Pinning Guide. Otherwise, continue with this step.

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Prepare the pinned item for shipping.

If wearing the item, carefully take it off, ensuring all safety pins stay in place.

Put your item and its Instruction Card into your Ship Kit Return Bag.

After using all Instruction Cards, seal your Ship Kit Return Bag, attach the prepaid shipping label, and drop it off at any USPS location.

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