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gether. You can do this by hand but it’s better to use a sewing machine if using suede, as it is a tough material. We found it easiest to slightly overlap the strips by around 2-3cm then sew two lines at each edge. here- though make sure not to sew through both sides of the shorts at once! They need to be a few centimetres from the top to get the ‘paperbag’ effect we’ve achieved. Position them in the middle of either side of the fly. Do the same with two at the back. ?????? 5 Once you’ve sewn the belt together. Cut out some belt loops from the leftover leg fabric. Double the width of your belt and measure a few centimetres across (our belt loops measure 8cm x 2cm). Make 4 strips. Then sew these strips onto the shorts. Again, it’s best to use a sewing machine Thread on your belt and the shorts are done! Check TRASHION online for more ideas. Article by Katie Fox [email protected] Trashion found suede trousers for £6.99, nwt, eBay, size 12 Top Whack £915*, Maison Margiela @ net-a-porter.com * £36*, Miss Selfridge TRASHION magazine 16