![]() We will send you an email with some troubleshooting that will hopefully assist you with viewing the video. We are sorry to hear that you are not able to view the video. ![]() ReplyĪm unable to view the hemming video. I think a solid color fabric with contrasting thread would show the stitching more – a little hard to see with the printed fabric. Thank you, Hallie NSC Video Membership Reply We will continue to listen and work hard for your complete satisfaction. Your comments are important to us and help with the development of new programs and offers. ![]() Hi Laura, We appreciate your feedback and it has been forwarded to the proper department. Fortunately I am not a beginner so I know what the machine is doing but for a novice not seeing the needle stitching is not helpful. Just as the camera is angled to show hand stitching the camera should be angled at the front of the machine so the needle can be seen as it sews. National Quilters Circle Video Membership Reply A blind hem stitch is a very handy technique that allows you to sew a hem that is almost entirely invisible from the garment’s front/right side. What “Brother” model are you using in this video? Reply I don’t think this video can help someone who does not know this technique. Too bad that the video does not show the work of the needle, nor the adjustment of the foot, which is essential for the use of this foot. Thank goodness I wasn’t a complete beginner watching this video – the instructor did not even tell you which stitch to select on your machine! Reply Tightening or loosening the screw will move the guide that you can align along the edge of the fabric. Fold the fabric along the desired edge of the hem, and press with an iron. That allows you to adjust how wide of hem you sew. Reverse the skirt or pants that you will be using a blind hemstitch on. What is the white plastic with a thumb screw for? Reply I do agree the camera angle would have been better from the other side and contrasting thread, but still a great skill to learn thanks. Thank you, I’ve just learnt something and doing alterations this is going to speed up my process and save my hands :). Δ 12 Responses to “How to Sew a Blind Hem Stitch on a Sewing Machine” Mail (required) (will not be published).Whether you use a blind hem stitch and foot or other techniques for sewing blind hems, the outcome is a very professional finish. She explains how the stitch is formed and how it is nearly invisible on the right side of the fabric. Once the fabric has been prepped and the foot inserted onto the machine, Nicki shows how to use the blind hem stitch to sew the hem. Nicki shows two different feet, one that came standard with her machine and another that was purchased separately. All blind hem feet will have some kind of flange on the underside, however they may not all look the same depending on your machine brand and model. Using this foot helps to ensure that the blind hem stitch stays right along the edge of the fold. This foot has a small flange on the underside that runs along the edge of one of the folds that has been created in the fabric. Nicki also shows what foot is required for this hem finish, which is a blind hem foot. Folding the fabric in the correct direction is very important in ensuring that the hem turns out. Nicki shows how to prepare the edge to be hemmed with several folds and pins. When it comes to creating a blind hem most of the work is done in the preparation of the fabric. ![]() Using a blind hem stitch on your machine can be a simple way to create a blind hem on a project, whether it’s the hem on a pair of slacks or the lower edge of a curtain. In this video, Nicki LaFoille shows you how to accomplish this. It feels a little counterintuitive but after you’ve done it once or twice, it will make sense.A blind hem stitch, used in combination with a blind hem foot and proper folding of the fabric, can create a nice blind hem on your next project. And remember even if you can see the stitch a little bit, it’s unlikely that anyone else will notice. The trickiest part of sewing this seam is prepping the fabric. You can even try different colors of thread to see which is the most invisible. As always, if you’re unsure that you’ll like the finish, test it out on scrap of fabric. It must be said that it’s not as invisible as a hand-sewn blind hem stitch but it’s faster and depending on the fabric and thread color it’s usually very hard to see. It's super fast to do and a great stitch to have in your arsenal of techniques. Industrial Sewing Machines 101: Single Needle Blind Hem MachineGet hands on with AIBIUse the Blind Hem machine to create a smooth, almost invisible hem on p. I most often use it to hem pants or skirts. The stitch simulates a hand done blind hem stitch by stitching a few straight stitches in the hem and then one zig zag to catch the body of the garment. It’s a really useful to stitch to know and very easy to do. I first learned the machine blind hem stitch in my high school sewing class.
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