3 Ways to Sew a Curved Hem

Do you want to learn how to do a curved hem? Here are 3 ways to sew a curved hem by JOANN Fabric and Craft Stores.

A hem prevents the thread from coming loose. It can be used for skirts, dresses, aprons, uniforms, and other garments.

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Sewing a curved hem can be overwhelming to some since it can get uneven and messy. It does take some practice before you can perfect it. Getting a wonky hem on your first try is normal, so don’t give up. You will be able to master it in no time if you keep on practicing.

There are three ways to do a curved hem: rolled hem, bias facing, and bias binding. Try one of these techniques if you are tired of getting it wrong. Watch the video below for full instructions. Happy sewing!

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How to Sew a Curved Hem

1 – Rolled hem

Start by adding a basting line 3/8 inch in from the edge. Run a second line between the first line and the edge of the curve. Pull the thread from that second line and gather up a bit. The curve edge will start to curl in. Iron it flat. Turn it one more time. Add a final basting line from the new edge. Gather the curved edge again by pulling on the thread. Iron it flat. Run a stitch right along the edge. Once done, remove the basting stitches.

2 – Bias facing

Get a one-inch bias tape out of your fabric. Press one edge about a 1/4″. Line the unfolded edge of the boas with the curved edge and pin it in place. As you are pinning, you want to stretch it. Sew right along the bias about 1/4″ in. Trim a little bit on the outside edge. Press the seam open. Flip to the other side and press the bias over one more time. Stitch the bias down by topstitching it.

3 – Bias binding

Make a double-folded bias tape out of your fabric. Start on the right side of the fabric. Unfold one side of the bias tape and pin it to the curved edge. Sew right along the fold line. Next, fold the bias tape over the edge of the fabric ending up on the wrong side. Once folded, the bias tape should cover that first stitch line. Sew it down using a stitch in the ditch.

3 Ways to Sew a Curved Hem