Tips for avoiding a bad hem job

December 3, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

When you sew clothes for yourself, you can make them exactly the right length. But when you buy clothing from the store, you might find that pants or skirts are too long and need to be hemmed further up. Heather from The Sewing Loft shares some tips for avoiding a bad hem job when hemming a commercial garment. Her post also includes links to tutorials for the most common types of hems you’d use.

Click below to go her tutorial:

Hemming Commercial Garments, by The Sewing Loft

[photo from The Sewing Loft]

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L + C Amarena Dress – Sewing Pattern

The L + C Amarena Dress presents a blend of relaxed sophistication and timeless elegance, offering comfort and style in equal measure. Here’s what you can anticipate from this versatile pattern. This classic pull-on dress boasts a gentle A-line silhouette, ensuring a flattering fit for various body shapes. The understated elegance of its design makes it suitable for both casual and semi-formal occasions.

With the inclusion of a cut line to eliminate pockets, the pattern offers the option to create a stylish top variation, providing added versatility to your sewing projects.

Embrace the relaxed sophistication of the L + C Amarena Dress, a must-have addition to your handmade wardrobe that seamlessly blends comfort with timeless style.

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