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how to sew a hem
Scallop-Off-the-Edge ...................................... 12
Hemstitching .................................................... 13
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Method 2
Cut a 2in (5cm)wide strip of water-soluble stabilizer the
length of the hem. With the stabilizer on top, match the
edge of the stabilizer and the fabric. Twirl the stabilizer
and fabric into the scroll and begin sewing. The use of
stabilizer provides a necessary stiffness to help guide the
Method 2:
fabric edge into the scroll. The raw edge is completely
Twirl the
enclosed so there isnt opportunity for fraying. When the stabilizer into
hem is complete, cut away excess stabilizer and rinse the scroll and
until its completely gone. begin sewing.
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Foot: Blindstitch
A blind hem is an invisible hem that is not seen on the
right side of the garment. It is easily produced using the Needle: Universal
blind hem stitch pattern on the machine in conjunction Stitch: Blindstitch
with a blindstitch foot. Stitch length: Adjust according to fabric type
The blindstitch foot takes the drudgery out of hand
Stitch width: 2.5mm (adjust as necessary)
hemming. It works with the fold of the fabric, the
machines built-in blindstitch pattern and the adjustable Note: Needle should be in far right position
(adjust as necessary).
needle position to form even and invisible hems. The
metal blade along the side keeps the fabric fold an even
distance from the stitches, allowing the needle to barely
for proper placement along the folded fabric. Use an
penetrate the fold with a tiny stitch. The blade protrudes
appropriate stitch length for the fabric being sewn so the
over the toe of the foot and through the needle opening,
thread forms a loose stitch over the blade. Test on fabric
forcing stitches to be made over it; this keeps stitches
scraps and adjust accordingly before sewing.
loose and avoids puckers.
To produce a nearly invisible hem, use nylon monofila-
For a perfect invisible hem, adjust the amount of bite
ment thread in the needle, and 70 or 80 size needle. When
of each stitch by adjusting the needle position or stitch
using regular thread, use a needle one size smaller than
width. If adjustable needle position is unavailable, use
normal for the fabric.
an adjustable blindstitch foot and reposition the foot
To sew a blind hem, first serge, overcast or zigzag the
raw edge. Fold the desired hem, and pin or baste it in
place. Fold the garment back over the right side of the
fabric. You are exposing the finished raw edge by at least
WRONG SIDE
1
4in (6.4mm). Place the fabric under the blindstitch foot,
positioning the metal guide along the folded back edge
of the fabric, and sew using the blind hem stitch. The
needle should just pierce the edge of the fold. Guide the
folded edge evenly along the guide of the blindstitch foot.
FOLDED EDGE
sewing 101
If you quilt extensively, consider purchasing a
RIGHT SIDE
WRONG second adjustable blindstitch foot for piecing
SIDE seams. Adjust it for 14in (6.4mm) seam. Place a
drop of glue on the adjusting screw to perma-
The needle should just pierce the edge of the fold. nently hold the guide in place.
Guide the folded edge evenly along the center metal
guide of the blindstitch foot.
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The needle should fall into the fabric and then off the
right edge.
sewing 101
Pressing the entire hem before sewing is a
personal choice. For many hems I press at least
the first 4in (10.2cm). While carefully sewing,
I fold as I sew, stopping periodically to ensure
the measurements remain consistent.
The fabric rolls into a tiny hemmed edge as the needle
swings left.
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WIRED HEM
WIRED HEM SETTINGS
Sewing a wired hem adds body without weight, creating
billowy hems on stretchy or bias-cut fabric. The edge Foot: Embroidery, zigzag, hemmer or open-toe
is stiffened by inserting stiff plastic, fishing line or wire Needle: Universal appropriate for fabric
into the fold of the narrow hem.
Stitch: Satin
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sewing 101
t A Jean-a-ma-jig (from Dritz) is a commer-
cial plastic shim. Check for a specific foot
or shim for your machine. You can also
use folded cardboard or thick plastic as a
makeshift shim.
Use a shim to raise the presser foot to the
t Decorative edgings will embellish any edge, height of the seam.
turning a ho-hum garment into something
unique. When you want a more-than-ordinary
hem, take advantage of decorative stitches
and special needles.
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Trim near the stitches being sure to not cut into them.
sewing 101
If sewing scallops on fabrics such as tulle, dont
fold the fabric; sew the scallops on a single
layer of fabric. If necessary, add water-soluble
stabilizer underneath the tulle.
Scallops are a beautiful finish for hems, necklines or
even blouse fronts.
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sewing 101
To avoid bits of frayed fabric showing through
the scallop, use several layers of water-soluble
Each additional row of scallops will connect to the
stabilizer. You can also use construction previous one in the middle of the extended scallop.
paper that matches the thread in place of
the stabilizer.
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Turn and stitch next to the first row so the needle goes
into the same center hole.
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FOLD LINE
Fold-over elastic bias tape has a fold line running Fold the elastic along the fold line to the other side and
along the center. sew along the edge.
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How to Sew a Hem is excerpted from The Sewing Machine
Classroom by Charlene Phillips. Copyright Krause
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