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What stitch do I use for a hem?
Use a straight stitch and adjust the stitch length to 3mm. 5. Place the fabric, right side up, under the presser foot and sew at a slow speed to create a beautiful hem.
What are the 5 basic stitches?
10 Basic Stitches You Should Know
- The Running Stitch. …
- The Basting Stitch. …
- The Cross Stitch (Catch Stitch) …
- The Backstitch. …
- The Slip Stitch. …
- The Blanket Stitch (Buttonhole Stitch) …
- The Standard Forward/Backward Stitch. …
- The Zigzag Stitch.
How do you hem pants?
How to hem pants in a few steps:
- Measure your inseam to find the right length.
- Remove the original hem.
- Measure the amount of excess fabric and trim it.
- Fold the new hem.
- Sew new hem by hand or with a sewing machine.