Hi everyone,
I have a need for a large number (about a dozen) 18" square 8 momme silk scarves in various colors. I would like to make these my self, but I am at a loss on how to make a small, but durable hem in them. These scarves will be used in a special effect and need to compress fairly small, so I want to keep the hem as small as possible.
Any suggestions?
Thanks, Richard
Either a rolled hem on your serger or a 1/8" narrow hem on your sewing machine. I like the 1/8 hem foot. Call your sewing machine store and ask if they have narrow hemming feet. Mine was about $6 Canadian last year.
Take a look on my web site at the Learning Zone, in which you will find instructions and diagrams for hems of various sorts. Then there's the 2 thread serged rolled edge... Examples in the Dressing Janneane project.
You guys are awsome! Thanks for the help! All within 30 minutes, too.
Richard
Ok then, your welcome! So what is it that you are making and using them for? just curious.
Michelle Giordano
I am a magician and actor who is working on recreating a magic act from the late 1800s. The quality of silk you can get in magician supply shops is not always very good and is usually over-priced. Besides, I think this is a skill I can use quite a bit in my different theater projects.
Thanks again, Richard
Excellent! Do let us know how you get on with the sewing - and the magic!
Here's an alternate pathway, if you can use slightly larger scarves:
I am a magician and actor who is working on recreating a magic act from
I love magic! How much fun!
Michelle Giordano
Thanks guys! I wasn't familiar with the Dharma Trading Co. They seem to have a lot of what I am looking for...
Richard
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