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How to achieve an invisible or almost invisible hem / hem handmade

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                            Hemming is a stitch that can make a big difference. This delicate stitch can only be done by hand, the aim being that the stitches are not visible right side up. it's just a helping hand and you won't be able to do without it! The hand hemming is totally invisible on the outside, and can even be on both sides if you master the technique well. Obviously, it gives a nice fall to your outfits, much more flexible than the so rigid machine hem. The trick: As you can see here on the video, for an invisible hem you will need a needle that is neither too thin nor too long, a thread needle, not too long either, otherwise it may tangle and make knots; tone on tone, pins to hold the plaice. Once the length of the garment has been defined, or the laundry...mark the fold of the hem. Fold the fabric back on itself, secure the folded value with a few pins.                                                                         Hold the