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Blindstitch Hem
A Blindstitch Hem is a fast way to finish hems securely on skirts or pants.
It also makes a great choice when hemming large projects such as
curtains or bed skirts. Use matching thread to help the stitches blend into the
fabric, hence becoming “blind” or invisible.
Machine Set-Up:
Set-up for Step 1 (to finish raw edges)
Stitch:
Zigzag
Stitch
Pattern Selector:
B
Stitch Length:
1.0
Stitch Width:
3
Presser Foot:
Blindstitch Hem Foot
Needle Position:
Center
Set-up for Step 2 (to baste the fold)
Stitch:
Straight
Stitch
Pattern Selector:
A
Stitch Length:
4
Stitch Width:
0
Tension Dial:
2
Presser
Foot: Standard
Foot
Needle Position: Center
Set-up for Step 3 (to create the hem)
Stitch:
Blindstitch
Pattern Selector:
C
Stitch Length:
2-3
Stitch Width
3-4
Tension Dial:
2
Presser Foot: Blindstitch Hem Foot
Needle Position:
Center
Materials:
Medium weight woven fabric
Procedure:
Sew a Zigzag to finish one of the fabric’s raw edges.
