Fine roll hem for sheers

[@maureenlafrantz3654]

I don't often feel compelled to leave a comment on KZbin videos. But I wanted to personally thank you for doing this tutorial. Camera angles were really good, your instructions were extremely clear and concise. Even though I've never tried something like this before, I feel prepared with enough information to give it an attempt and have a decent outcome. Thank you much for taking the time to do the tutorial.

[@DONNABETZ-nf6so]

😊

[@DONNABETZ-nf6so]

😊😊

[@kdknyc]

Glad it helped!

[@sawu3668]

Same thought. 👍

[@sawu3668]

​@kdknyc Very useful and solved my long-term question.

[@American-Jello]

This is the best tutorial I think I've ever seen on KZbin. Never once did I feel as if I didn't understand something, every single camera view was perfect to show the specific instructions and results, and the explanations were so concise there left no room for misunderstanding. You have an absolute gift for teaching, sir. Thank you so much for this!

[@kdknyc]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@fauzianaureen5584]

Awesome. Thanks.

[@jackyrobinson1716]

Beautiful work and excellent demonstration. Thank you.

[@lindaburton1633]

I agree. The camera and closeup video was wonderful. And Kenneth's very slow narration of what he’s doing made it really great. Don’t know if or when I’ll have a garment to use this on, but when I do I’ll be prepared! (Actually, I may just find a pattern so I can do this! 😄) Thanks 👍

[@stellabelikiewicz1523]

Amen! Just a phenomenal example of how to teach through the medium of video! Thoughtfully produced, clearly explained, well filmed, and even includes an interesting historical example. I’m so impressed with Kenneth’s ability to get everything right!

[@grumpy_poo]

and that's why the designers charge for their skills... fabulous...

[@Thesewingsuccesschannel]

The designers actually don't do the sewing.

[@velvetchiharu]

@@Thesewingsuccesschannel seriously, a lot of the times these things are being sewn by underpaid laborers in workshops. Next time you put any clothing on appreciate how well made it is and the fact that every stitch was by a human hand somewhere regardless of how cheap your clothes are.

[@grumpy_poo]

@andromeda6477 I would have thought they would need a basic knowledge of the craft skills required.... but still the skills required on these well made garments are amazing.

[@lj7780]

​@andromeda6477not so, my grandmother was great designer, it was those day about complete garderobes, all in certain style, she was known 300 km away, but i saw her bisy with jacket sleaves stitch by stich, she never left that to others, so many fine work, its not valued anymore nowadays

[@lydzphens]

This is an excellent tutorial. Many years ago, I made my daughter a flower girl's dress for my brother in laws wedding. He brought me the pattern and fabrics. I had no idea how to sew with sheer fabric, satins, or which needles to use. But with his encouragement, I played with scraps of each fabric and tried different needles and threads until I was ready to start making the dress. Back then, there was no KZbin to refer to, like this video, for a hem for the chiffon layers. I tried the usual foled hem, but that looked awful! I tried several different hemming stitches on my machine until I found that the zigzag stich would draw the edge of the fabric into the stich, rolling it quickly. But this left some frayed threads peeking out. So I cut the 12 yards of these threads and went over the edge a second time with the zigzag stich, making it look clean and like I knew what I was doing. I was so proud of my work. I even received a compliment from the family "seamstress" of, "Oh, you used a french rolled hem." Or at least I think it was a compliment. Which I answered with a very faint, "Ahumm!" And said nothing about my struggles. I would have really benefited from this video back when making the dress. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I enjoyed the video and the memories it brought back for me.

[@TheBekahO]

I don't have a project that needs this hem, but now I think I'll find one.

[@sasharey9160]

Me too!!!! Cheers

[@lindab4152]

I wish I had seen this before I hemmed a couple scarves! Next time!!

[@threadsunraveled1032]

Lmaooo

[@oldrvr]

I’m 81 years old and I’ve never been brave enough in all of my years of sewing to try a shear hem! In fact I’ve made it a point to stay away from shear fabric altogether! Thank you for the excellent tutorial! I’m going to give it a try!!

[@laurenlepage1354]

Take a picture for us!

[@BATFAERY]

I thank you for tutoring all of us. My mother had no patience to share her wonderfully artistic talents nor was I allowed to view from her shoulder. It is the kindness of most talented sewists / tailors as you that gives us the courage to try and succeed. Godspeed. Thank you.

[@kdknyc]

I'm glad you can learn from all if us.

[@JennaHasm]

​​@@kdknyc As much as one loves sewing isn't it more efficient to just use a non-fraying fabric. You're so masterful, but also think how time consuming it is to do two passes and hand cutting on top of that. Also please add "buy me a coffee" link for people to show their gratitude.

[@kdknyc]

@@JennaHasm If I'm working with a polyester or nylon fabric a stencil cutter (heat tool) is an excellent choice to just cut the edge and have it not fray. If you're dealing with a non-woven that's also an option--but there are times that the desired fabric requires hemming. And, really, this takes far less time than a hand-rolled hem. Different fabrics, different methods.

[@JennaHasm]

@@kdknyc Thank you for the feedback.

[@lydiasamaniego371]

On​@@JennaHasm

[@lourdesvalencia5061]

OMG yours looks better than the original, very clear and concise explanation without so much unnecessary detour, I loved it, I learned something that I always thought was impossible to do at home with a regular sewing machine, I really appreciate it,

[@madelinesmemaw]

What a great tutorial! I've been sewing for 70 years and have had difficulty with fine fabrics like this. Thank you so much!

[@gvweeda]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I have always shied away from sheer fabric for skirts because of not being able to get a beautiful hem line. But now I’m going to try again!

[@Wineanddinediva]

This will be nice for ruffle edge..

[@angelgreer-jb5ux]

thank you so much for the tutorial. I have been sewing for 50 yrs and NEVER learned this.

[@711yada]

I have a bag of uncut silk because I'm not going to cut it until i learn how to finish it.. THANK YOU! ❤ Excellent video.

[@haileyeve]

i love that it leaves the tiniest little scalloped edge

[@sued.5698]

We are so lucky to have you share your knowledge with us. A wonderful tutorial, so clear.

[@FlutterFoxFly]

It's such a treat to get a video like this! I can tell you're good teacher and that you love teaching. I really appreciated all the camera angles and skipping forward when you've thoroughly shown the work. I can't wait to try this technique, thank you for so much sharing your knowledge with us!

[@joanduffin8096]

Wonderful. Thank you my mother was a seamstress and women came to the house. One client was a Congress man’s secretary ? She brought a chiffon full gown to be hemmed. O mom sat for 😢😢 days rolling the hem by hand . 13:30

[@emilyb4658]

I got paid big bucks for a rolled hem (wedding dress) sure hope your mother did.

[@pansepot1490]

Rolled hem by hand looks better and tbh it doesn’t seem to take much longer than this laborious machine technique.

[@pansepot1490]

Rolled hem by hand looks better and tbh it doesn’t seem to take much longer than this laborious machine technique.

[@saricadouglas5469]

Kenneth King, a kindest explainer and demonstrator of the techniques. A true gentle king of encouragement and education.

[@kdknyc]

You're very kind to say that.

[@tammydeplata2526]

When I watch vids like this, it mks me appreciate all the more when I do come across fine craftsmanship such as this. Many ppl hv absolutely no clue what goes into crafting such a fine garment. It's difficult I think these days to find a quality piece that's actually worth the price and doesn't just "look good". Couture is an underrated art.

[@traceytillson3289]

I found this while searching for the best way to hem our daughter's chiffon wedding veil. Thsnk you!

[@EAhighlander-vf7rr]

Gosh, this is the video I’ve been searching for! I have a difficult sheer fabric dress that I’ve spent months trying to get a nice hem on, and failing..Now I know how to sew it! Thank you so much!

[@MaryCreswell-z8v]

Absolutely brilliant l was spellbound rite from the start your instructions were clear and concise...l wish I knew this 10 years ago when i was altering the hem on my daughter's tea length wedding dress....she is only 5ft 1inch tall and it needed shortened....there were several lawyers of very soft tull... luckily I knew someone who used to own a bridal shop and l was able to borrow a machine that done the job for me but had l known this i would have been less stressed....thank you again ..your tutorial is the best one l have ever seen....

[@jillshirley2152]

I am so glad I saw this tutorial. I am making little girls tutus and didn't like the idea of no hem but I had no idea what to do. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@tedmacat]

Wow! That's absolutely gorgeous! Thank you for sharing this priceless knowledge, I wish I'd known this 10 years ago when I started sewing. 😭

[@terryolsson4145]

Wow! I never knew that was how one hems fine sheer fabric. Thank you.

[@postoak2755]

I don't suppose you're looking for an apprentice. Just kidding; can't move right now. You are an excellent instructor. Thanks for this.

[@kdknyc]

Thank you kindly!

[@danaventura5998]

Wow, that was great. I have never seen a hem like that, just handkerchief hems. Thank you.

[@loesbridge6780]

I founf this tutorial extremely well done. The angles were clear and I shall be watching more of your work. Fantastic. Thank you.

[@suer666]

Brilliant where have you been all my sewing life. So glad your showing us how to do things the expert way xxx thank you

[@joanneward3520]

OMG! Fantastic video. Clear instructions. Unbelievable quality and outcome.

[@deesea77]

best tutorial i have seen , your tone is so relaxing . now i don’t have to avoid delicate fabric and will finally hem my sons chef cloth

[@bevhales6951]

Thank you so much for making this video. So many times I’ve tried and failed to create the fine hem I wanted to see - I’ve numerous abandoned projects to prove this. I can now go back and complete my work knowing the quality will be excellent and most importantly it’ll have a consistent finish. Can’t wait to see more of your work. Thankyou 😊

[@your3kidding]

Beautiful photography and explanation. Thank you!

[@lpm9374]

If only I could upload a picture... you'd be proud of me 😊. First time sewing at this level, and I'm amazed! You are a great teacher! Thanks for your generosity and time doing this tutorial. Many blessings your way 🦋

[@kdknyc]

@@lpm9374 glad to hear you had success-that's my aim with these videos.

[@KlingonPrincess]

Just shortened an organza skirt following your method. It was easier than I anticipated to sew over the cord thread. Thanks so much!

[@celesteevans2850]

So was there any fraying after you cut?

[@KlingonPrincess]

@@celesteevans2850 there was not. I cut just at the seamline. It came out very well.

[@sheilalile1244]

Great tutorial, great camera work. I like the way you go off camera at intervals to complete a step following your explanation. The whole technique is vitally important to know when working with fine fabrics and the result is wonderful.

[@CLEliasArt]

Many, many thanks for this wonderful tutorial. I have a project I’ve been agonizing over/avoiding- this hem technique saves the day!!! Truly beautiful and incredibly timely. Thank you again!❤❤❤

[@groovygrump]

That is magic! Thank you for this wonderful sewing tutorial/tip. I really appreciate it and working with sheer, delicate fabrics will not be so intimidating. You are the best!

[@omaeve]

Excellent tutorial I remember learning this in my class. Because when I started learning design, I was a hand sewer I like the slow movement of my grandmothers, treadles sewing machine, which I inherited because no one else wanted it

[@miric6224]

Same story. Learned on grandma’s treddle. Control was terrific.although I have many other machines, i’ve always kept that treddle. I’m in my 70’s, recently purchased a juki 2010!

[@Haupialani]

Oh wow! This is so awesome! I'm looking at the silk and chiffon scarves I bought a while ago and I see the tiny perfect stitches. They've lasted for at least ten years or more and the hem is so professional. Thank you for such a valuable lesson on fine roll hems.

[@sharonnewport2864]

Thank you so much Kenneth that was so informative and beautifully executed. It was wonderful to see the original work. What a beautiful finish to a delicate garment ❤

[@helenblackwood2724]

Wow!!! Been sewing for years and was amazed with your technique.. Your tutorial was brilliant and I can’t wait to try this. Thank you from Scotland via Los Angeles…

[@komisobaba]

Oh, my gosh! I can't sew to save my life, but I was mesmerized. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

Fantastic tutorial! Thin/sheers have always been the bane of my existence! Hoprully not anymore! 😊

[@soonahnavarro132]

Wowww!!! That's beautiful stitches😮!!! I have never seen that before!!! You need a zigzag machine, though~~~😅

[@colin101981]

Thanks for sharing your expert knowledge. Your camera work and voice over are excellent. Really appreciated.

[@rollergirl55]

I am so happy I spotted this tutorial while scrolling through the line up of videos. (I was planning on watching a Yoga Nidra video recommended by my daughter and when I went back to watch it, I saw this video). I was so impressed with your teaching style…I was mesmerized and had to watch the entire video. You are a such a gifted teacher and sewer. Your voice is clear, easy to listen to and is perfectly paced to allow viewers to follow your instructions. Since I am a visual learner, it’s vital for me to “watch” tutorials rather than simply read directions. Your camera angles and close ups make all the difference in this video. I’ll save this tutorial to watch again so that I can watch it while I try to duplicate this technique on my sewing machine. Thanks so much for sharing your expertise in sewing this rolled hem. I’ll search for more of your sewing tutorials to watch. Great job, 10+ out of 10 ⭐️’s!

[@СветланаЧерняк-ц2д]

Бесценный Урок!!! Благодарю что делитесь знаниями, которые обсалютное большенство может подчерпнуть только благодаря наличию интернета и Вашему желанию Служить Портняжному Искусству!!! 🙏🙏🙏🌹

[@DaisysDay]

Kenneth, your teaching is on point. Thank you for having a KZbin channel.

[@pinklaura1961]

How did I not know this? I am beyond words and this video, is also beyond words! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!

[@kdknyc]

No matter how long anyone sews, there's always something new to learn. That's what keeps me interested in it.

[@sarahjanovich]

Thank you for sharing this approach. (And I don't know how I'd sew without my longer finger nails either).

[@kittykitteh3747]

Super clear instructions thank you! My cheap clothing will have a designer upgrade

[@Gwendolina12]

I will be using this to sew my wedding dress soon. You have seriously prepared me for this endeavour in the best possible way. Thank you!

[@karinerochaferreira]

This is truly art for me, I cant even express myself

[@AnneluvsKatz]

I’m not currently needing this, but saw the video and thought “always good to learn something new”. Very good video! Explained everything clearly and gave some useful tips. Well done!

[@stellabelikiewicz1523]

Literally everything about this tutorial is amazing! You have an incredible grasp of how to teach through the medium of video, from planning the steps to choosing your angles, recording your voice, keeping your instructions clear and simple, giving us an interesting historical example for comparison, I’m quite in awe of your facility with **both** arts of fine garment finishing techniques and KZbin tutorial making 😁

[@kdknyc]

@@stellabelikiewicz1523 Thank you kindly!

[@2Bcreative888]

Awesome information! Sheer materials have always intimidated me, especially for the type of hem you’ve shown here which is exactly the type I need to use on my fairy doll wings!! Your video was great and was also a good reminder on the frequent need to press the stitching!

[@carronalee]

😊☺️😊Absolutely wonderful. I actually believe that your video camera skills are as amazing as your sewing skills. I could have been standing next to you and I wouldn’t have been able to see as much detail as what you’ve managed to capture on your well-placed camera. 👏👏 Thank you for sharing!

[@kdknyc]

Thanks!

[@dh3749]

That was awesome!! Thank you for making this tutorial. I like your style of explaining and showing the progress in detail.

[@rubyfiorito5239]

I have never known how to do this... until now! Thank you for the clear and concise tutorial!

[@soniagonzales9144]

Awesome tutorial! Loved it! Thanks for sharing this. I have always wondered how this was done.

[@hazelmacgregor4355]

Your teaching and demo are the best I have watched on utube, will now have a go on a bridesmaid dress.

[@futasupastah]

Sooooo cool I love it! You just demystified hemming sheer fabrics

[@Usdukes]

I am not much of a sewer but that was totally interesting and I can tell you’ve done this just a few times!😂 Awesome work!

[@kdknyc]

Thanks--and yes, I've done it a few times.

[@ТатьянаЛарцева-ц6м]

Я не знаю ваш язык, но я увидела то что мне нужно было.Спасибо очень интересный вариант для блузки.Все чётко и понятно.

[@aohooft]

Thank you so much! This is the best tutorial that I have ever seen.

[@volna-volna]

Спасибо. Я всё поняла ,не зная английского на нужном уровне. Но вы так понятно показали,что слов не нужно 🎉

[@loriarps4239]

So much better than trying to do a rolled hem with a serger on sheer fabrics! Thank you for sharing.

[@loriarps4239]

I have read your articles in Threads magazine. I didn't know you had a KZbin channel. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and talent. 🥰

[@sewingintrifocals-alisonde7778]

Wow-I never knew about this technique until now. Thanks for this video!

[@minireshala8171]

Why I didn’t know this before 😢 thank you so much for the sharing content with us 🙏🍀👍

[@soniatriana9091]

Hello - what an excellent way looking us tutorial! You are such a great teacher, you explain why you are doing what you’re doingl !!

[@laurenlepage1354]

You are succinct and authentic! Thank you for sharing your talent.❤

[@lazygardens]

There is a presser foot for holding the thread in position for the zig-zag. I think it's called a cording foot.

[@daxxydog5777]

I was going to mention that, too. I think I have several for my vintage machines. This is something I might actually use one of those for!

[@jenfessionsxo4615]

Any idea why the need to hold the thread at 45 degree?

[@lazygardens]

@@jenfessionsxo4615 It easily puts it in position to be caught by the stitching. If you hold it flat it tends to slither side to side.

[@laurafurst2716]

Wow! So cool. I'm an intermediate sewer. I've only been taught by way of my high school home ec teacher 80 million years ago. So, I always love learning the real tricks of the trade.

[@busyme4]

I can’t wait to try this! I’ve been sewing since I was 15 and I’ve always been intimidated by sheer fabrics! Thanks so much for sharing your knowledge, simply amazing results!! 🫡

[@Myidea4]

Just subscribed. I have been sewing since 12. I have also done fashion désigne ( all self thought) This is the best tutorials, i have ever seen. Knowing is not enough, you have to be able to convay what you know properley so your students can benefit. I can tell you are a great artist and a great teacher. Wish you success❤🎉🎉🎉

[@nimeryaspawnbrd1049]

masterfully done 👏 I just finished hemming my friend's wedding gown with this technique. ... just a liiiitle less perfectly 😅

[@PONCE5652]

No entiendo inglés. Apenas estoy tomando un curso. En internet. Pero te entendí a la perfección. Ya que me encanta la costura. Y tienes una seguidora más. Dios te bendiga

[@DaintyAbby]

Very well narrated and excellent camera angles. Soothing voice too ❤

[@zzzsydneyhom1379]

Lovely work and your technique is perfectly shown and explained. I used to buy commercial quantities of silk scarves from Paris, which were all hand rolled and this is a terrific machine version, yielding a similar hem. I'm compelled to try this myself... Thanks so much.

[@chubbins57]

I don't know who you are, but I love you! Thank you for showing us this! And now I'm about to show out with my sewing skills.

[@DiannaAtherton]

Ken I did not put it together at first but you did one of the best tutorials on sewing a conceal zipper. Hands down best video. This video as well is excellent. You are such a wonderful teacher

[@kdknyc]

@@DiannaAtherton Thank you. We have my friend Lynda Maynard to thank for that method. She was kind enough to allow me to demonstrate it.

[@karaokerebel8082]

Thank you Sweetheart for this so professional video. I make lots of chiffon tops to cover the shoulders of ladies wearing strapless or who simply wish to cover their shoulders and upper arms but not completely opaque. Can't wait to try your method and I so so much thank you for that. My daughter's boutique is Curve Theory in Mississauga, ON and her customers love my unique tops.

[@suebabyblue168]

Oh my! Just what i needed to learn! Thank you for teaching us and sharing this video! Much appreciation!🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@TheNevRdun]

Absolutely the best video I've seen on you tube! The very best camera angles along with precise, to the point instructions was fantastic!! I subscribed to your channel. So well done, thank you!

[@2degucitas]

This is so much better than trying to attempt a rolled hem on such fabric. I have a hem that needs redoing.

[@rapunze1joy]

This is incredible work both in the sewing and the instruction! Thanks!

[@janelicata5328]

Thank you for sharing this fabulous tutorial. It was so clear and concise! Sheer fabrics have always frightened me! I am going to try this on some scrap fabric.

[@88Ariadne88]

So helpful! I've been trying to find a good way to hem chiffon for literally years. Thanks much.

[@daenawalker3019]

I loved this video, thank you for making it. I now know how to create a fine roll hem for fine fabrics. I'm so excited because I'm going to be making a skirt using a saree which has fine fabric. Yay!!!!❤💜❤

[@jenihansen7201]

Beautiful work. Thank you so much. I have beautiful wedding dresses that I purchased from Salvation Army and a huge discount , so I bought them ALL. Now you have shown me how to do hems for other projects. Again, thank you.

[@jenniesecho]

Have to admit, I've tired this type of edge before with very little success. Your tutorial is VERY good and I'll try it again with this new knowledge. Thank you!

[@MaximThenien]

Thank you so much ❤ I've been looking everywhere for something like this. Making a chiffon scarf and double folding hemming it just wouldn't look as nice for the look im going for ❤

[@kimbedworth2991]

I have struggled to figure out how to hem shear fabrics for years. Thank you for this!

[@peggyp46]

Excellent tutorial!! This will be so helping when doing altealrations for gowns. Thank you!

[@alisondavidson5962]

Absolutely fantastic tutorial very intricate work but done to a high standard and explained brilliant tfs 😊 Alison

[@tropezando]

Thank you so much. I come from the quilting world and have no knowledge of garment sewing. This was a very well made tutorial for a type of fabric that has always stumped me. I guess I can stop banging my head againet a wall, trying to feed flimsy fabric through my rolled hem foot lmao

[@GrayDragon809]

Oh my goodness!! Why am I only discovering your channel now?! I am a self-taught seamstress and I have always struggled with the hem of these fine fabrics. Thank you! You are a genius!! Love your tutorial. You made it look SO easy!!

[@kdknyc]

It really is easy. Just a little practice, and you'll be in business.

[@melindamosbey8257]

GREAT demo! Now I'm NOT afraid to tackle this kind of hem!! TY

[@danielle4295]

Thank you for the tutorial. I find you explain things so much better than some of the other videos I’ve watched. Just subbed & I look forward to learning more from you 🥂

[@kimberlyhangs977]

So beautiful. This so well done. Thank you for sharing your skill with all of us.

[@tammyjohnson8150]

I cannot possibly put into words how astounded I am. By this well taught lesson. Sewing a difficult to work with, fabrics hem! Bravo sir Bravo 👏