Hem finishes

Enhance any edge with a shell hem using just a basic needle and thread.

This simple guide explains the different types of hems. Learn the pros and cons to various hand-stitched and machine-stitched hem types, and you'll be finishing the ends of your clothes like a pro. There's a list of hemming projects, too!

Take a blind stitch and make it beautiful.

How to sew a rolled hemline on sheer, lightweight garments. Learn how to apply the rolled hem technique by hand as well as by machine using a specialized hemmer foot.

No need to fear sewing with lightweight, sheer fabrics when you learn these techniques for creating beautiful seams and hems.

Jess | One of my favorite techniques the Rolled hem on a bias cut gown. Bias garments should be hung for 24hrs before hemming, the fabric needs… | Instagram

I have so much love for special hems! I think hems often get overlooked when it comes to adding design features, but i think an interesting hem can take a blouse to the next level – especially if you’

One of the most challenging, frustrating fabrics to work with is chiffon. Over the years I’ve learned various tips and tricks to working with it – some quick and dirty (machined hems!), and some time-consuming, but beautiful. One of the prettiest techniques is doing a rolled hem by hand. It’s a little tedious, but once you get your rhythm going it moves along fairly quickly.I love this technique because it produces a lovely rolled edge without much prep work – you don’t have to iron or pin…

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Lightweight fabrics require light finishes. Here are some you’ll want to try.