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Not sure what this hem is called but on organza it looks like a curled or slightly 'ruffled' edge. It may be rolled. How is that done?
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Dear Ginger,
That is a rolled hem. It is done using a rolled hemming foot that comes with most sewing machines. The raw edge of the fabric is pulled up into the coil of the foot and stitched with a narrow zig zag stitch.
I hope this helps.
Good luck and happy sewing!
Sharon
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Sharon Vogel
Expertise
I can answer general sewing questions as well as tailoring, heirloom, menswear, children's wear, craft sewing, quilting and just about any fabric or notion. I can also help with some sewing machine repair and maintenance.
Experience
I started sewing at the age of 3...thanks to my mom and grandmother, and I am now in my fifties. Home economics classes in junior high and high school helped me to finesse my skills.
Education/Credentials
Palmer and Plesch tailoring class
Basically, self-taught...give me the instructions and I will figure it out and then make it better!
Awards and Honors
A few blue ribbons at fairs along the way
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