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When sewing it is important to first stitch the edges of the fabric to stop it from fraying. This is called over-locking the edges and can be done with two types of stitches. How to overlock fabric edges for beginners guide Usually an over-locker sewing machine would be used to trim and stitch the edges…

A hem is when the edge of the fabric is folded and stitched. A hem is usually found at the bottom of skirts, trouser legs and sometimes sleeves. How to Hem Skirts, Trousers & Dresses Clothes are hemmed to finish the garment and to protect the bottom edges. To get a straight hem the fabric…

When I stitched my first bag together, I was so happy. Yet my bag did not look like the bags sold in shops, it was wonky. When learning how to sew it is important to sew straight seams, to stop finished items looking wonky. What is a seam? A seam is when two pieces of…

When learning dressmaking, you only need to know three key body measurements. Additionally, it’s helpful to measure from the waist down to determine the length for a skirt hem or trouser leg. Where to Measure Body Sewing How to Measure Yourself To measure the areas below, use a tape measure that is neither too tight…