Game-changing Ban-Roll Technique for Sewing Narrow Hems: MORE tips re-explained

[@dorisp9127]

WOW I didn't know there was such a thing as "ban roll". Love your video. I want to learn more from you. Thank you very much.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! An old colleague of mine introduced me to this technique and I discovered this wonderful Korean technique!

[@phyllismay4384]

WOW HOLY MOLY!!!!! Never knew this tape existed and I've been sewing for 46 years. Thank you so much for the tutorial.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Any time! Thanks so much for watching 🥰

[@mallaryfrassinelli2347]

😮 my face @1:51 til the end of the video. I’m flabbergasted. This is a game changer.

[@DowntownTailoring]

I’m so glad you like this technique 🥰

[@maryb.c.507]

I used your technique (from earlier videos) for making tea towels out of some soft Japanese cotton. They turned out beautiful, everyone was amazed at "my" sewing ability! Thanks.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wonderful! Those napkins certainly look amazing! 🤗

[@bhournbuckle]

I was just thinking about doing this with the tea towels I am making. 😀

[@pkirkey6932]

I remember banroll waistbands on men’s trousers from decades ago. You would think it would be a more popular product. I recently asked for some at Fabricland and the staff had no idea what I was talking about. I love your videos. I have been sewing for about 60 years and I am learning all kinds of new tricks from you.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you sooo much!!! I’m so glad to be able to share my experience here! 😊

[@ColorJoyLynnH]

I have been sewing garment since 1965 approximately. I had no idea. This is brilliant. I’m teaching a friend right now to sew and we are going to learn this one early for her. Thank you so very much.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wonderful! I'm so glad it was helpful 🤗

[@maryhutto]

This really is a game-changer for me. Now I don't have to shy away from narrow hems on the machine. 🎉

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yessss! 🥳🥳🥳

[@elisabethm9655]

This was such an amazing game changer when you showed us a while back! Thanks for the more detailed lesson this time. It’s an amazing technique. THANK YOU!!!!❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much for your kind words!! 🥰 Glad to help!

[@AllieSheffield]

You are so skilled in your craft, it is amazing how talented you are, your customers are lucky to have you! 💜✊🏻

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! You are so kind 🥰🥰🥰

[@SusanSmith-hl3iv]

❤ You always share your amazing tips with us. I had never heard of Ban-Roll until an earlier video of yours. So helpful! Thanks so much for sharing and for such a well-made efficient video. Great closeups, no annoying music or chatter. I feel like I’m sitting right beside you as you sharing your techniques. Yours is definitely one of my favorite channels! 😊

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! This comment warmth my heart ❤️

[@TheSwissChalet]

Agreed..absolutely perfect video!

[@rosamariamagdaleno3064]

@@DowntownTailoringestoy en España me puedes ayudar a encontrar porfa ?

[@cleanqueen75]

I started doing this for narrow hems. It works great!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yesssssss! 🥰🥰🥰

[@designlady1732]

This is the absolute best tip I've ever seen for neatly finishing off so many types of fabrics! The results look AMAZING!! I'm actually looking forward to hemming a bias cut shirt project I've been considering. Thank you so much!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

I'm so glad it was helpful! Good luck with your blouse project 🥰

[@deoara1]

Use this method all the time for narrow hem. Perfect results everytime.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yessssss! Cheers 😊

[@kimhandy1861]

Oh wow 🎉 that's the very best tutorial on using a ban roll! Thank you so much! 💐

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🤗

[@madeleineschwarrtz7433]

I use this method constantly...ever since you 1st posted this technique.... Thank you again!!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Fantastic!

[@kathleensauerbrei5199]

oh my goodness, what a lifesaver! I make dolls and obviously, dolls dresses. and I used your method today. What a game changer! Absolutely perfect for those tiny little hems on these tiny little outfits, 😘🇨🇦💕🥰❤️

[@DowntownTailoring]

I’m so glad that this helped!!! Oh man, I really wish I could see the tiny hems on your doll dress! ❤️❤️❤️

[@genawalter401]

I have been using the banroll for a while now. Definitely a game changer! 😊

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad to hear! Once you go ban-roll, you never go back! 🤪

[@kathyjames9250]

Wonderful! You are the mad scientist of sewing techniques…

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wow, thank you! 😊

[@rhonddalesley]

This stuff is magic, the only thing is to be really careful with really lightweight fabric. I managed a 3mm rolled hem on chiffon and it turned out fantastically but the little ‘hooks’ can get caught in the rest of your fabric and snag it. I also did my hem using 2 shorter lengths of ban rol because I found it was easier to handle than the 3 metre length I have

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yes! You are absolutely right. I try to be careful to avoid any accidents. Cheers 😊

[@careyroberts1329]

Thank you so much for showing how to use Ban Roll on different types of fabric. This was very helpful for me as I'm struggling with how to get a perfect hem on chiffon.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@vicstoller3106]

I'm not a great sewer but now I can do these beautiful hems and I feel so much more confident. Thank you!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wonderful! I’m glad! 🙂

[@randomtscemployee5929]

Ok I finally used this technique on a dress made from a crinkly semi sheer fabric. O.M.G. absolute total game changer!! Where was this all my life?!

[@DowntownTailoring]

I know right 🥰

[@kierstenridgway4634]

My eyes popped out of my head when I saw this!!! ❤️

[@DowntownTailoring]

🫠🫠🫠

[@madeleineschwarrtz7433]

I have used this technique ever since I watched your first video........ it is the most remarkable video I've seen in the past few years!! Thank you so much........Band rolled hems are truly a "game changer".... !!!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Awe! I'm so glad! Thanks so much 🥰

[@joyc6945]

Thank you for this fantastic tip! I have a project that I am working on for my daughter and needed to make it a bit more feminine looking and then I watched this video and now know how I am going to finish the hem!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wonderful! Happy sewing with your project! 🥰

[@d.d.d.a.a.a.n.n.n]

This technique is so amazing, I hate rolled hems, but now I'm looking forward to sewing them

[@DowntownTailoring]

🥰🥰🥰

[@critter4004]

I had used Ban-roll this way before but it was years ago so, I searched for a "refresher course".... you provided me that and more ❤❤❤

[@julsbendandi9374]

Thank you for the extra video! I’ve been using this technique a lot and love it! Napkins, shirt hems and I made a very pretty silk scarf from a piece of Liberty that had been in my stash for over a year!

[@DowntownTailoring]

That's so nice! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@fiberjazz]

This is brilliant! Thank you so much!!! Heading off, now, to find some Ban Roll. 💖

[@DowntownTailoring]

Have fun! 🥰🥰🥰

[@Amritadivya54]

I have been using your technique with the ban roll for narrow hems and I love it! No more fussy ironing the 1/4" turn and then again.Yuck! What I did to keep the ban roll useful for more repeated use is this: I painted on clear nail polish at the edge where the width-wise threads are sticking up(not on the edge of the sticking up part but at the woven part) This way I don't get more of the length-wise threads starting to "shedd" and come off when you don't want them to. It is keeping the ban roll nice and neat. Thanks so much!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Oh... My... This is simply genius! 👏👏👏 I'm going to try this as well. Thanks so much for the tip! 🤩🤩🤩

[@susanbuck1327]

I watched your 1st video on this and ordered the Ban- Roll online. This video definitely goes into more detail and answers some of the questions I had. Thank you so much.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Great to hear! 🥰🥰🥰

[@susancampbell9287]

Where did you order.

[@annemason2995]

@@susancampbell9287 we’re did you get the band roll from

[@soniatriana9091]

This was AMAZING!! Who knew this technique even existed??? Definitely not me !! Thank you, this is a technique that I will definitely try!! I only wish you lived near me, I would be so happy to pay you for your quality work!! You are a very talented & skilled tailor!! I appreciate you sharing your great tips!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@KimberlyNichols]

That is freakin' GENIUS! Thank you for sharing!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you liked it!

[@deborahmarkham9702]

Absolute genius. I've never got on with rolled hem presser foot before but this is a game changer and so easy. Thank you so much 🤗

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you! I really relate!

[@maureenpopp2841]

Thank you so much! This is one of the most helpful videos I have ever seen! Bought a roll of ban roll and am sharing with my sewing friends!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Fantastic! 🥰

[@monicagerard8566]

I just found your video (via the adding width to jean waist, which was excellent by the way). Thank you for sharing your knowledge in tailoring and the great camera shots, so I can see what you are doing. Keep up the great work!!!

[@rdarrenstanley]

I'm very new to sewing and appreciated your video demonstration very much. What a clever technique! (This suits my "perfectionist" tendencies rather nicely!) Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and skills with the world!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting 😊

[@joanneberry5390]

Another brilliant technique, thank you!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you!

[@LovingHandsDesign]

Thanks for sharing. You’ve made this so easy. 😊. I’ve watched and read others but was afraid. I’m buying some ban-roll today after watching and listening to your tips and tricks.

[@DowntownTailoring]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching 🥰

[@sallyescrader1434]

OMG! You’ve just changed my life! For all the time I’ve been sewing, I’ve used a narrow overlock (one needle) then followed those stitches to fold the fabric. Although it’s perfect for mid-weight fabrics, it’s not as successful on chiffon, organza, etc. Using ban-tape will mean these lighter weight fabrics won’t have that added weight from extra stitching inside the hem. I have a customer’s chiffon gown to re-hem and am full of hope instead of dreading it!! Thank you so much. New subscriber from the U.K.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! Welcome to our sewing community 🥰🥰🥰

[@lynettedaniels1236]

This is fascinating! I don’t know when I’ll need to use all your fabulous tips but I can’t wait to try!

[@DowntownTailoring]

🥰🥰🥰

[@valritajones4044]

So glad I found your channel, what a fantastic tip for making a rolled hem, I am going to give this a try on my next dress.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wonderful! I'm glad you liked it 😊

[@madasahatter4489]

Clever tip and well produced video. Thanks!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much!! 😊😊😊

[@maguertae]

Ban roll has been a game changer for me.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Same!!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@Kate98755]

Huge game changer…..it will take very little time making Barbie clothes, quick hems! Thank you!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yessss 🥰

[@ruthcline5465]

I didn’t know about banroll so when I looked on utube for a demo, there you are! 🥰 I knew I’d learn everything I need to know about it from you 😀 Thanks!

[@DowntownTailoring]

I'm so glad! Thanks 🥰

[@maddiecedeno8989]

As always, you are extremely helpful with your professional tips. Very well explained. Thank you ❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@Allison-e6n]

Thank you so much for your very enlightening and appreciated videos. ❤

[@sandibroad4099]

Wow😳. I have been sewing for a long time and I have never heard of this. Thank you!🙌🤗

[@DowntownTailoring]

You’re welcome 😊

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much I really really enjoyed watching you using Ban-Roll, which I never heard of, I’ve seen it in mens trousers, but not how you used it. Fabulous stuff. I’ve subscribed and given you a thumb’s up too

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much!!!! Welcome to the community 🥰

[@OceanBlueandCraftytoo]

I just found you! This technique looks amazing. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise!

[@mizhamilton4937]

OH GOSH THIS IS FABULOUS

[@loriarps4239]

I cannot wait to try this! I do a ton of formal wear and bridal in my shop. I am always looking for techniques that give the best results. I have a big bunch of ban roll someone gave me. I wasn't sure what to use it for. Now I know!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wonderful! I’m glad 😀 You will be so happy!!!

[@loriarps4239]

@@DowntownTailoring I tried this today on a bridesmaid dress. Amazing results! So easy. 😊 Thanks for sharing.

[@DowntownTailoring]

@@loriarps4239 Sooo happy to hear!!! Enjoy! 😊

[@doreenwatson-read]

this could be the answer to my prayers, I am stilted by my lack of confidence, but I will try this. thank you for sharing

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hi! If you lack confidence, it means that you care, and caring is the number one characteristic we need to be good at anything. Keep it up. Soon, you'll get over this stage. Cheers 😊

[@rhurley2439]

I tried this today! I have been wanting to sew a nightgown with a thin satin, and I tried the band tape technique, and it looks so good! I am so glad I didn't have to wrestle with my rolled hem foot. Thank you so so much for this tip! Genius! ❤

[@nikkijohnson552]

So clever and professional!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks! 🥰🥰🥰

[@craftymystic4868]

This has helped me lots. It’s been a game changer. Thanks again.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yay!!! So glad to hear 😁😁😁

[@wrayoflighttube]

This is amazing! I love it. I need to buy some now. Genius!

[@DowntownTailoring]

I truly recommend it!

[@ArianaBauer]

Game changer! Thanks for posting, amazing tip!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks 🥰

[@elizabethrowe7262]

Thank you very much for showing this tutorial! Will use this technique when doing a knit hem see how it turns out.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wonderful! 😊

[@deidrabenson361]

Thanks sooo very much for sharing your knowledge and expertise!!❤️❤️❤️

[@DowntownTailoring]

So nice of you! 🥰🥰🥰

[@laurabarbato3204]

Thank you!!!!!!!!! MORE PLEASE!

[@DowntownTailoring]

🥰🥰🥰

[@joyces5111]

That was super amazing. Thank you.

[@denasewell]

Wow, this is a very useful tip for the bottom of skirts/dresses of lightweight fabric as a typical rolled hem never lays flat...This is a genius solution! Thanks so much!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@brighterstarr]

Brilliant! Thank you for the tip.

[@richelleroberts2156]

Such a helpful video. I recently started sewing so I'm grateful for this tip

[@DowntownTailoring]

Welcome to the wonderful world of sewing! I’m glad to help!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wonderful! I can't tell you enough how much time you are about to save on your sewing journey. You will smile by yourself when you learn about other colleagues struggling with this hem. When you help them will be like 🫂🫂🫂🫂 Cheers! 🥰

[@LovedSarita]

Great!!! I really don't know if I can get my hands in one roll but you bet I'm going to be looking in every store!!!! I really like the technique but I wasn't really understanding how to do it, know I don't have any questions at all! I can't wait to use it! Thank you so much!!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

My pleasure! Good luck finding the ban-roll. Some people have used similar products too. Cheers 🙂

[@childofTheMostHigh4217]

Awesome technique! Thank you!😊

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you! Cheers! 🥰

[@teresahaven9222]

Funny thing-i ended up with a bunch of that in box but have never known what it was or what it was for!!! This is awesome now!!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yayyyyy! Happy sewing 😊

[@knitterliness]

A great technique video. Thanks!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🤗

[@mollysowiak2929]

i love that you redid this video! ! I learned this technique from an old video of yours and use it in my alteration shop all the time now. I love the extra information you included this time. Especially, cutting the used edge of your ban roll off a little way away from the edge. My brain is still not exactly on my shoulders and I cut it so it leaves tiny plastic bits all over the place! so I will definitely implement this method next time. Thank you as always for the amazing videos!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful 🤗😊🤗

[@lesw3803]

This is so many kinds of fabulous!

[@DowntownTailoring]

🥰🥰🥰

[@lizzieb6311]

GENIUS! This is wonderful! Thank you!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you liked it!!

[@_Lightning_Dog_]

Great! Very useful information and presented in a charming manner. Thank you! 💥

[@DowntownTailoring]

So nice of you. Thanks 😊

[@_Lightning_Dog_]

@@DowntownTailoring you’re welcome !

[@raraavis7782]

I have actually seen this before. But I totally forgot about it! Do you have a technique for doing a rolled hem on a curved hem, as well? That's what I always struggle with, even it it's just a gentle curve.

[@DowntownTailoring]

The ban roll works great with soft curves 👌 🥰

[@raraavis7782]

@@DowntownTailoring Oh, I thought due to the stiffness of the material, that likely wouldn't work. Gonna try it then! I already checked and it's available here. Which isn't always the case with stuff like that. But online shops have cought on to the fact, that their customers are now familiar with products from the US and such.

[@DowntownTailoring]

@@raraavis7782 Good! Where are you located?

[@thelibraryismyhappyplace1618]

​​@@DowntownTailoringlease can you do a video tutorial on this, esp curved narrow hem on chiffon. 🙏Thank you.

[@DowntownTailoring]

@@thelibraryismyhappyplace1618 Yes. I will. Cheers 🥰

[@robinr6399]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! What a great video and amazingly helpful technique ❤️❤️❤️

[@DowntownTailoring]

So glad you liked it! 🥰

[@judygude]

Thank you so much! I’ve never seen this before. I appreciate you sharing. 😊

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad it was helpful! 😊

[@christinesmith7838]

Ingenious! Thank you very much.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you liked it! 🥰

[@astridtaw]

Very useful technique. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad it was helpful! 🥰

[@RanaeeBonella]

I can’t wait to try this technique, looks like a total game changer for sure!!! Thank you for sharing ❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

It really is! 🥰🥰🥰

[@rajiasultana7138]

Excellent work as usual ❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much 😀

[@cathygibbs7246]

Thanks for the update! BanRol 2.0 :)

[@DowntownTailoring]

I think it was necessary! Glad to help!

[@janinebrown9773]

This is a fabulous tip! Can’t wait to try it! ❤❤ I appreciate your detailed instructions also.😊

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad it was helpful! Have fun! 🥰

[@sharonknowles2961]

This is absolutely awesome! I can’t wait to try it

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hope you enjoy it! 😊

[@velvetstitching3631]

Excellent!

[@mysettingsmysettings2997]

Your tips help me immensely

[@DowntownTailoring]

I'm so glad to hear this ☺️☺️☺️

[@moon-ud8tq]

Smart and resourceful! I must try this .👍❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@elizabethmerrick3469]

Im gonna try this. Thanks.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hope you enjoy! 🥰

[@GrandmaSezSo]

Wow. This was cool. I admire your teaching. I am a beginner sewer even though my 70's isn't too far in the future. (old dogs-new tricks) I am struggling with sewing as I am trying to do everything on a very small budget. Also my eyesight is not very good. My question is "where is the best place online to order banroll?" I watched another sewer on KZbin that used velcro for this. I wonder which one is more economical.

[@GrandmaSezSo]

waste canvas for hand cross stitching and Dritz Iron-On Mending tape were also mentioned as being used in place of bantape. Have you tried any of these?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hi! Yes. Those alternatives can be used. But they might be same price anyway. If you’re in USA you can try Wawak. Cheers 🥰

[@evelynferrer1322]

Yes I use the bandroll for hems thanks to you

[@DowntownTailoring]

Nice! 🤗🤗🤗

[@kericue2065]

Fantastic ! 💐

[@ginninadances]

Okay, that is pretty cool

[@justtere]

WOW!! Thank you.

[@DowntownTailoring]

You are so welcome! 😊

[@KLeonardM]

Love the ban roll.....great video

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@SewZara]

This is magic! 😍

[@DowntownTailoring]

🥰🥰🥰

[@FatemaAmmar76]

Absolutely brilliant!! Could this method be used to make a similar hem on a curved edge?

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yes, absolutely! You can see it here: kzbin.infocc8uHMYgprw?feature=share Cheers 😊

[@sandreawhite7534]

This is the best video.

[@DowntownTailoring]

🥰🥰🥰

[@LRH1]

Thank you, I wish I could take you in person sewing class 🎉.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you for your kind words 🥰

[@jojosewist8921]

I too would love a sewing class with you. Perhaps you could do a series of videos on YT. Could charge $$ for password to watch them.

[@madeleineschwarrtz7433]

@@jojosewist8921 Good Idea JOJO.....I would pay too !!!!

[@bevmcmullen8758]

Pure genius! Thank you for sharing. Where do you buy this magic ban-roll?

[@colleenhardy340]

Wow that is awesome 👍

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you! Cheers!