I am going to show you how to sew a hem that is perfect every time. There are a lot of sewing tutorials that just say "sew a hem"

The Backstory I am short. All the jeans I buy are too long for me. But I sew. So I thought I could cut off the excess length and rehem the ...

I am going to show you how to sew a hem that is perfect every time. There are a lot of sewing tutorials that just say "sew a hem"

Welcome back to Fun Friday! I’ve been wanting to share this tip of how to hem jeans and keep the original hem for months now. Months! My sewing machine had some issues and I couldn’t figure out how to fix it so my good post idea sat tucked away in my brain. Every single time […]

Learn how to hem pants at home, complete with video tutorials for hand stitching or using a sewing machine

Learn three ways to sew beautiful hem facings every single time for your Dove blouse or any top you'd like!

Learn how to sew a narrow hem (easy even on chiffon) using a ban roll tape. You will like this video sewing tutorial on how to sew a rolled hem on chiffon without a special rolled hem foot.

When it comes to hemming, sometimes topstitching with your machine just doesn’t cut it. A lot of time, you want a hem to be discreet, and not distract from the garment. That’s what is nice about hand sewn hems – they can be nearly invisible from the outside. So, today I am going to cover three basic options for hand sewn hems. note – I’m using a contrasting thread so you can see the stitching better. But, of course, you would be using a matching thread to your fabric. So it will blend in and be even more invisible! one more note – I’m a lefty, so I tend to start most of my stitches from the left side. If you are right handed, you most likely start from the opposite side. Same concept, just […]

Learn how to sew a narrow hem (easy even on chiffon) using a ban roll tape. You will like this video sewing tutorial on how to sew a rolled hem on chiffon without a special rolled hem foot.

Learn how to sew a hand-rolled hem for a beautiful finish to your more fragile garments. In this video with Threads contributing editor, Susan Khalje, you'll learn the process and tips for success!

Learn how to hem jeans with your sewing machine and reusing the original hem. Shorten your denim pants and keep the same look!

Have you ever heard of the term "lettuce hem"? If not, you're probably not alone. I'll give a hint as to what it's not - lettuce hem is not a new type of vegetable that you'll be planting out in your garden this year. In fact, it has nothing to do with anything outdoors or any type of real vegetable. You're probably not surprised to hear that it's a type of sewing technique that's actually really not all that uncommon. If you've ever looked at the bottom of a shirt or at the bottom of a dress and saw a "wavy" look, there's a very high possibility that you're looking at a lettuce hem. In this post, I'm going to go over some facts about a lettuce hem and also showcase some top products and tutorials that you should attempt to try on your own. (It's actually a fun look if you can get it down!)

Learn how to machine-sew a hem to finish the pleated sleeves Pattern Hack "Dramatic Pleats" in Threads #194 (Dec. 2017/Jan. 2018).

Used on lightweight or delicate fabrics, a rolled hem creates a small, neat, turned hem. This tutorial shows you three ways to sew a rolled hem.

I often get a question from my readers - how to sew straight? In this guide, I will show you how to easily keep stitching lines straight. I will talk about topstitching mostly because keeping seam allowances equal is a different topic. Have you ever had problems with crooked stitching lines? I bet you had. Even intermediate sewists are struggling sometimes to do it and had to rip and redo stitching. But sewing in a straight line is much simpler than you think. And I want to help you to sew straight every time.

Learn a quick and easy way to make a professionally looking invisible hem on the clothes you sew. Invisible hems are called blind hems.

Many knit fabrics can be difficult to sew on, but stitching with a twin needle can help your hemming and altering go easier. Get that store-bought quality everyone is looking for, but do it yourself with a twin needle and a basic hemming technique! … More

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

Keeping track of all of the different stitch functions on your sewing machine can seem overwhelming, but with our free Guide to Mastering Different Stitches, you won't ever have to worry about not knowing the difference between a blend hem and a blind hem. This free printable guide to machine stitches is perfect for beginners, and lists basic stitches, as well as satin, buttonhole, and edge stitches. This beginner sewing guide is an excellent choice for your teen or tween who is just learning how to sew and even comes in handy if you're working with a new machine. Make machine stitching quick and simple with this guide to mastering stitches.

Learn the different methods for sewing hems and seams using stitches that seem almost invisible from the front and sometimes from the back of the fabric

Thank you to everyone for all your fantastic comments. There certainly was widespread interest in seeing this jacket made up, lots of people said they had the pattern but were waiting to see a few reviews before taking the plunge. I used a stretch woven that was just the right weight for the jacket but a bit too light for my liking for the pants but I am not sure what would be better. When it comes to hems I am slightly obsessed with invisibility - and it is entirely possible with a few extra but easy steps. Nothing new here, this method is available in many sewing texts but I was taking photos all the way through this construction so here is the process. First step: decide on the sleeve length. Pin hem and then mark the edge with a thread trace, as in photo on the right. No need to press the hem, that comes later. Second step: apply a strip of fusible interfacing. For this lightweight fabric I used fusible knit interfacing, for a tailored wool jacket I would use a woven weft fusible. For both these steps a sleeve board is invaluable. A necessity (and often available at garage sales, the older ones are so sturdy). Next step: I hand sew the hem catching just a few threads of the fusible interfacing and not picking up any threads of the actual sleeve fabric. Nice and loose - there should be a tiny bit of play in the thread so that it doesn't pull. I think this is key in hem sewing, the actual hem should have a tiny bit of slack to prevent a stress line across the garment. . On the right, finished hem, slightly out of focus image but you get the idea. Next step: while the garment is on a hanger or dress form, cut the sleeve lining about 1/2" longer than the finished hem. Careful with the scissors here! Let's just say that scissors + finished garment edge can be a dangerous combo. Moving on... Next step: press under the cut edge of the sleeve lining about 1/4" or so. No need to be super exact. Then turn up sleeve and lining and pin lining to sleeve. By turning up the sleeve and lining this way you get that little bit of ease in the sleeve lining that allows for arm movement. Easier to show here in the photo below. Next step: stitch the lining to the jacket sleeve. See the photo below, I stitch the lining just below the crease, so it is hidden and retains that bit of ease we added with the folding and pinning. The lining for this jacket was well designed, I thought it fit perfectly which does not always seem to be the case. I actually sewed it in by machine as the pattern instructed (a rarity for me - I usually just hand sew in linings - I like that step) Although the bottom of the lining is hand stitched. The lining was a acetate satin that I had in my lining box - a lucky find of just the right color. Well not really, when I find a good lining on a super sale I buy 5 yards or so and stash it away. (grey, navy, black - always useful.) Is that a pocket you see on the lining front? Yes! Once I finished the jacket lining and pinned it in for a check I thought this jacket needed a pocket, for a bit of mad money or business cards. It had to be hand sewed in, usually I would machine sew this type of inner pocket into the lining before it was finished. If you do add this type of pocket - go around the outer edge with your hand stitching twice, with a few random knots. You will be glad you did if you put anything weighty in the pocket, such as the aforementioned phone. The front closure: This is another reason why I mentioned in the previous post that this jacket should be worn closed and belted. The pattern calls for snaps to close. Not the prettiest method. OK - this pattern is DONE! one last look at the finished jacket. Someone mentioned wearing it with other things, and now I am thinking a skirt but I will have to play around with proportions. Onward to other projects. I am just about finished with a garment refashion (a coat into something else). As I mentioned previously, I remade the Thurlow pants pattern and they are fantastic. Finished a new knit top (New Look 6150, a winner, both versions). And the holidays just around the corner. eeeeeek! Here is today's SunnyGal garden photo - a plant given to me by my pal Alice. She has a green thumb and end up with lots of giveaway plants. I need more of these, so pretty. Happy Fall Sewing, Beth

Learn how to mend clothing with these creative sewing techniques. Here, we cover how to sew a hole, mend a seam, and more with visible mending.

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 your mind at ease with this simple guide to different types of hems. Learn all of 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. Even better, this manual has definitions for every term you need to understand hemming instructions. Tackle all of the sewing lingo from a "blind hemmer" to "hem allowance" with these easy-to-read terms. When you have a jaw-dropping dress that's nearly ready to stun on date night or a tailored blouse that's a single snip from being interview-perfect, don't leave your final stitches to chance. Everything you need to select the ultimate hem type can be found in this free, online guide! Sign Up For More Free Patterns >>> PLUS! We have 10 hem tutorials to help you master all the different types of hems. Scroll down to find all the wonderful hemming projects to try.

If you’re short like me chances are you’ve missed out on buying that great fitting pair of pants because they’re just too long. Did you know taking up a pair of pants if fairly easy to do, with or without a sewing machine?! I’ve made a few video tutorials over the last couple of years […]

Have you tried hemming with a serger? While it might not be the most obvious choice, a serger can be an excellent option for hemming.

Learn how to mend clothing with these creative sewing techniques. Here, we cover how to sew a hole, mend a seam, and more with visible mending.

Overlocker/sergers 101. Learn exactly what they're used for, how to easily thread them, what to do when it's not working and so much more!

We really love easysewingforbeginners.com. The owner Domenica is such a talented sewer and her videos are clear, concise, and always receive fabulous feedback.

Making a folded hem or edge on a knitted garment is the way to give a project an edge in stockinette stitch that does not roll.

Using a rolled hem foot is a fast and easy way to get a perfect narrow hem for sheer fabrics and curved hems. Step-by-step hemmer foot.

It's been a while since we've had a 'Sewing 201' post! I've been sewing with my rolled hem foot quite a bit lately, so I snapped a few photos. In this blog post I'm going to share some tips and tricks to get this foot working for you. The rolled hem foot sews just that, a narrow rolled hem that's pretty on scarves, blouses, dresses, or even curtains.

I am short. There is no other way to put it. I’m barely 5′ tall. I think I’ve only bought two pairs of used jeans in my life that were already hemmed to my length…ever……

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This is the easiest way to hem pants using a sewing machine. Even beginning sewists will do great with this!

Learn how to create a perfect mitered fold while sewing corners by using an easy double fold hem method. Stacy Grissom shows you how.

I am short. There is no other way to put it. I’m barely 5′ tall. I think I’ve only bought two pairs of used jeans in my life that were already hemmed to my length…ever……

How to blind hem using your sewing machine - this tutorial will show you how to use a blind hem stitch for a professional finish.