*
Can any one tell me about the uses of a Blind Hemmer? How does its use and utility compare with a serger.
Conversational Threads
Threads Insider
Get instant access to hundreds of videos, tutorials, projects, and more.
Start Your Free TrialAlready an Insider? Log in
Conversational Threads
Threads Insider Exclusives
View All-
Create Drawn Thread Work with a Machine Zigzag Stitch
-
Try Modern Appliqué on Your Next Jacket
-
A Maker Studies Bespoke Tailoring in England
-
Drawn Thread Work by Machine
-
Make Bras That Fit
-
How Traditional Central Asian Ikats are Dyed and Woven
-
Pro Techniques for Sewing with Spandex-Blend Knits
-
Geometric Fabric Designs with Seminole-Style Patchwork
-
Double-Flap Pockets Inspired by a Mid-Century Jacket
-
A Journey to Digital Patternmaking
-
Sew the Ultimate T-shirt
-
Don’t Go It Alone: Collaborate for the Best Design Results
-
Boutis: Adding Dimension with Corded Quilting
-
Work with Darts to Get a Better Fit
-
Sew a Low-Profile Welt Pocket
-
You Can Grow a Dye Garden
Highlights
-
Sign up for the Threads eletter
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.See all newsletters -
Sponsored Content
Where to Buy
-
-
-
-
Replies
*
To Pauline,
A Blind hemmer is a specialized machine that does hems. If you do alterations and/or lots of hems, then a blind hemmer is a godsend. If you don't own a serger, get the serger before a blind hemmer. Most home sewing machines have a blind hem stitch that approximates what a blind hemmer does. The big difference is that the blind hemmer uses a single thread, to form a chain stitch, which can easily to pulled out, if necessary. Test drive before you buy.
Joanne, former RTW samplemaker and patternmaker.
This post is archived.