Twin-needle hemming
A method of finishing knit hems using a twin needle to allow the hem to stretch without breaking. An alternative method of finishing knit hems using a twin needle on a standard sewing machine. (merged)
Where it is used
Finishing the Sleeve Hem
p. 1- Finish the sleeve hem using a coverstitch machine or a twin needle. As you sew, make sure the basting line sits exactly between the two needles. Press to set the stitches.
Finishing Bottom Hem
p. 6- Hem the bottom of the T-shirt using a coverstitch machine, or a twin needle if you prefer. As you sew, make sure the basting line stays centered between the two needles. Press to finish.
Twin-Needle Hemming
p. 6- Sew a seam with a twin needle on the machine. Stitch from the right side of the top. Where the stitching meets to form the circle, add a backstitch to secure it. As you sew, use the hand basting as your guide—the basting stitches should run exactly between the two needles. Press.
Preparing Hems
p. 6- Re-press the hem folds at the bottom of the top and the sleeves. Secure the seam allowances with a line of stitching using a twin needle or a coverstitch machine. You can also secure the seam allowances by stitching a zigzag with a frequency of 2-3 and a width of 3.5. Steps for finishing hems with a twin needle or a coverstitch machine: baste the seam allowances in place, sewing with contrasting thread and stitching 1 mm in from the edge of the allowance.
Finishing the Bottom Hem
p. 6- Hem the bottom of the T-shirt using a coverstitch machine, or a twin needle if you prefer. As you sew, make sure the basting line stays centered between the two needles. Press to finish.
Related terms
requiresTwin needle
requiresStandard sewing machine
requiresTwin needle
requiresSewing machine
← alternative toCoverstitch machine
alternative toCoverstitch hemming
depends onHand basting
requiresContrasting basting thread
← alternative toZigzag stitch