Machine Sewn Turned Hem

By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide

Many of the free patterns on this site refer to a turned under hem or provide instructions to turn the hem under and under again to enclose the raw edge and them sew the hem in place. This is sometimes called a baby hem or a turned under hem. It is also one of the simplest hems to sew.
There are a few things that can go wrong:

• Twisted Fabric- the fabric doesn't lay smoothly. This usually happens on a curve or the bias grain of the fabric.
• The finished hem wants to flip up. There is a way to prevent this.
• The stitching is un-even and unsightly. There is a cure

The following instructions are in detail so that you can have perfect results every time!

What you need to sew a turned under hem:

• A gauge or measuring device
• An iron
• Straight pins
• Possible hand sewing needle and thread - this is especially helpful if you are sewing a silky, slippery fabric.
• A sewing machine
• Thread to match your fabric How to Choose the Correct Color Sewing Thread to Match Your Fabric

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• Sewing a Baby Hem or Turned Under Hem
• Sewing a Baby Hem or Turned Under Hem - Step One
• Finishing the Pressing Process
• Sew the Hem

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