Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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A narrow rolled edge hem is an extremely fine, delicate finishing technique used on lightweight fabrics. It features a tiny, tightly rolled edge where the fabric is turned under twice at minimal width (typically 1/8 inch or less), creating an almost invisible, thread-like edge. This hem style is particularly suitable for sheer fabrics like chiffon, silk, and lightweight cottons where a bulky hem would disrupt the garment's drape.


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VIDEO CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction
00:15 The traditional method - Overview
01:51 Inserting a holding stitch
02:58 Ironing the edge over
03:25 Topstitching the hem


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