How Do You Do A Blind Hem On Lightweight Fabrics?
Hemming lightweight fabrics can be more difficult than working with heavier fabrics. You must apply nearly professional sewing skills to create a blind hem that won’t show on the right side of the fabric. Fold the hem up ΒΌ inch, tucking the raw edges as you would for a regular double hem. Press the fold with your iron set on a low steam setting. Set your stitch length at about 2 to 2.5. This is a good starting point for lightweight fabric, but if the stitches pucker, adjust the stitch length accordingly. Turn the folded fabric back and position it under the blind hemming foot with the guide evenly against the fold and a small amount of the hem allowance to the right of the foot. Stitch in the hem allowance and allow the zigzag stick to barely catch the fold of the fabric. Start stitching about 3/8 inch from the edge. Hold the needle thread and bobbin thread tightly to prevent the feed dog from pulling the fabric. If you still have trouble, put a piece of tearaway interfacing or tissue
