Tips for Hemming Knit Fabrics on a Regular Sewing Machine
In this sewing tutorial, I share eight tips on how to hem knits on a regular sewing machine, going through everything from how to keep the fabric from stretching out and getting wobbly to how to sew curved hems and avoid skipped stitches.
If you have more tips on how to hem knits I would love to know! Please share in the comment section!
Notions for hemming knits mentioned in the video
Needles for knits
I use Schmetz ballpoint needles
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and
Schmetz stretch twin needles
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Wondertape
I'm using Prym wondertape, which is also called Dritz wondertape
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Another option is Collins wondertape
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Fusible interfacing
Any good quality thin lightweight fusible that has great one-way stretch will work. Do not use the thicker stretch knitted fusible for hemming, it will make the fabric too bulky.
Clear elastic
Look for a clear elastic that is thin, but has some stability and doesn't break easily. Some clear elastic is so flimsy and delicate that it is impossible to work with.
Paper stabilizer
The best option is a thinner water-soluble stabilizer or tear-away. But tissue paper works well too, just a bit fiddly to tear away. Whatever material you use it's important that it is thin, so that there will be no gaping in the stitches
Suggested books about sewing with knits
Best book:
Sewing with knits by Connie Long
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Good book:
Sew Knits with Confidence by Nancy Zieman
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Good book for beginners;
The Colette Guide to Sewing Knits by Alyson Clair
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