Types of hems

There's nothing more thrilling than finishing a garment that you've made all yourself, beginning to end. The only hitch? The hem! Though it may seem like a simple project at first, with so many stitching, folding, and sewing machine techniques, you may feel at a loss for what kind of hem to use. What's the difference between a baby hem and a rolled hem? What kinds of hems are invisible and which can you see? Are some hems more flexible than others? What the heck is a hem to begin with? Put…

This sewing tutorial covers different types of hems that you can use depending on the fabric and the desired look. For example, a basic hem is created by folding the raw edge of the fabric under twice and stitching it in place. A blind hem, on the other hand, is a more advanced technique that creates an almost invisible hem. Knowing how to sew a hem is an essential skill for any sewist.

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