Rolled Hem on sheer fabric

Does your Rolled Hem Falls off the edge? In response to frequently asked questions on the rolled hem. Watch for my go to techniques to obtain a perfect rolled hem on sheer fabric!

[@teeshb9980]

Thank you Gail! Another technique I use for serging a rolled hem onto sheer fabric is to first sew a row of stitching along the entire hem. I then use my pressure foot to align the needle position very slightly to the right of my row of stitching. This results in the row of stitching being encased in the rolled hem.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Sounds like an excellent technique. I’m going to try it out. Thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!

[@carolgurges2716]

You’ve knocked it out of the park again , Gail, as usual! Wonderful advice! Can’t wait to try it!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Carol, You'll never do a rolled hem without stabiizer again-it's great! Thanks for watching.

[@genevieveschroeder6449]

hey there. I did not remove my one needle !!! You are great and thanks for getting back to me. I love your channel. I'm just binging today from the very beginning

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Let me know if you have questions or need help. I'll be happy to hear from you.

[@MonsterNus]

Hi Gail. You have taught me so much! 🥰 Can you tell me how to make a nice corner with a rolled hem? I tried making napkins with pretty wooly nylon but my corners were a mess. I used the left needle to make the hem wider, which looked nice to me on the fabric I was using instead of the right. I ended up going straight up and down and using Fray Check. I’m sure you know a better way though. 🤔

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi, I roll hem down each edge individually, use Fray Check on both sides of each corner and when it's dry, I snip off the tails. It's next to impossible to get a perfect continuous corner and keep a 90° angle. Believe it or not, your method is the best one. Aren't you proud of yourself? You should be and thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips! Let me know if you have any other questions.

[@MonsterNus]

@@GailPatriceDesign Wow! Proud and shocked! 😁 I thought I was missing something. Guess I can start working on my embroidered napkins for everyone now. 🤣 You’re the best! How wonderful it is to be able to get such a quick, knowledgeable response from an industry expert. 💕

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@MonsterNus That’s my pleasure. Always happy to help!

[@Karen-bj7lc]

Thank you! The chiffon scarf I was attempting a rolled hem on kept getting smaller and smaller as I redid the hem because of substandard results. The adjustments you suggested made a huge difference, but I've got to say, your recommendation of Stabilizer has made this process even better and much more pleasurable! I did not have the exact Sulky Stabilizer that you showcased. I did have sheets of adhesive fabric-like Sulky water dissolving stabilizer. I thought, why not try it. Fantastic result and the stabilizer dissolved away beautifully. This may not be the most cost effective use of the type of stabilizer that I have, but it was a great "proof of concept". I cut the sheets into 3/4 inch strips (parallel to the long side) and they adhered right to the very difficult and unstable chiffon cut edges. The rolled hem turned out beautifully. Thank you. I have already started on another scarf and I am confident that this one will turn out the full size that I intended! :). Can you use stabilizer in any way for a lettuce rolled hem? Would it help to manipulate the lettuce rolled hem after dissolving the stabilizer? I'll keep a look out for the stabilizer that you used.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Karen,but it is cost effective because you saved your fabric and achieved a beautiful result. And it doesn’t have to be exactly what I used. It makes me happy to know that you experimented with a different product. I’ve never used stabilizer for a lettuce edge, but since I recommend the “pinch and pull” method after the stitching is done, dissolve the stabilizer and then pinch and pull. Check out the video on lettuce edge and let me know how it comes out. Thanks!

[@Karen-bj7lc]

@@GailPatriceDesign That is such a good point about fabric saving. (And time and frustration saved!). I will try the lettuce edge after I watch your video.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@Karen-bj7lc keep me posted!

[@Karen-bj7lc]

@@GailPatriceDesign It all worked great! I ended up totally enjoying making way more scarves than I had originally planned! You have taught me about stabilizer (I had never used it. Bought a pack, but not opened before this), sheer fabrics and rolled hems. I love the results. Just have to seal the hem corners and give family surprise scarves! A pick-me-up for the end of summer. Thank you! I haven't tried a lettuce edge yet, but I will when I run across the right fabric.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@Karen-bj7lc hi Karen, Such fantastic news. Another technique to add to your bank of serger knowledge. Keep me updated on your projects and if you have questions! Thanks.

[@karendrummond-vanderveer9328]

Thank you! I just tried to do a chiffon scarf and by the time I finished it was too short and still not right. These tips should fix exactly what I was doing wrong. Love your videos!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Karen, Too bad you didn’t see the Tip Clip in time to save your chiffon scarf but glad you found it. Thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!

[@catherinecharouhas5879]

Thanks Gail! Great tips for sewing a rolled hem, and suggestions for preventing the stitches from falling off the edge. I’m especially looking forward to trying the wooly poly thread!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Catherine, You'll love the wooly poly and the stabilizer trick. Thanks for watching!

[@joannecava2418]

Thanks again. - great video.....the Bernina has such wonderful settings

[@PsychicKathleen]

So many great tips as always in this video Gail! Thank you :)

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Glad they’re helpful for you , Kathleen and thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!

[@KarenQuilts4Fun]

Thanks for the tips-I just had this issues today 😮-ps-I jumped into the new decade and got a baby lock Triumph-no more threading issues! I can actually use my serger; changing colors and stitches with ease-if I never saw your videos showing what can be done with a serger/coverstitch I would have thought it worth the investment-thanks again

[@GailPatriceDesign]

You're welcome, Karen and glad you can air thread the loopers-so much easier!

[@nadyatellegen2604]

Great tips for serging on chiffon. I also have increased my differential feed a tiny bit when serging on the bias. I found the stitch staying on the fabric.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips, Nadya!

[@irmtrautpfabe901]

SUPER !!!!! I did it it worked like a treat thank you Gail .

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Isn’t it the best when you conquer the rolled hem-YAY! Thanks for watching Irma-stay safe and well Cutie!

[@irmtrautpfabe901]

@@GailPatriceDesign I did not put other thread in, left in what I had in SUPER SUPER thank you Gail

[@zibergirl2]

Love all your serger tips! Thanks so much!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

You're very welcome, Barbara. Glad they're helpful and thanks for watching!

[@bettychamplin8751]

Some great hints. Thanks

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips, Betty!

[@carolhiller1112]

❤ I’m going to try this as I’ve had problems like this on organza. I would like to know how to finish though as I’m doing a skirt Hemline please? Thanks for sharing ❤

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Carol, Placing Solvy Stabilizer on top of the fabric will make a huge difference in the stitching appearance. Here's a link to Rolled Hem in the Round: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6DQk4aErMygZpo. Hope it's helpful. If you need more assistance, let me know and thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!

[@denises7388]

great advice, as always

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Thanks Denise!

[@genevieveschroeder6449]

When doing my rolled hem the fabric does not roll?? Any suggerstions? Can I send you a picture somewhere? the stitch on the outside looks like a ladder --- two vertical pole with vertical strings connecting the two . Any suggestions on what I can try. Thanks Love your channel

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Genevieve, If your fabric edge isn't rolling, either the fabric is too thick for a rolled hem or your lower looper tension needs to be increased. Send a pic to my email: [e-mail] and I can troubleshoot for you. Also please include what serger you are using and all settings (Stitch length, tension, etc.) Thanks and glad you enjoy the videos!

[@KarenQuilts4Fun]

Do you have a pull out ironing board/table under the table with your ironing pad?-I’m trying to figure out the best way to design an ironing area

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Karen, portable ironing board as well as an ironing "board" covered with padding. It's approximately 24" x 18", but I want a larger one. You can cover a 1/2" thick board to make it and use a staple gun to hold the padding. I can put a wool mat on it for some stubborn wrinkles. Thanks!

[@KarenQuilts4Fun]

@@GailPatriceDesign thanks for your prompt response.. my husband wants to build a workspace table(s), considering a folding flap on a rolling table that can “hookup” to the stationary cutting table or be move closer to whichever machine I’m using (for those quilting piece and press repeat sessions)

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@KarenQuilts4Fun It's very efficient to have a pressing station right next to your sewing machine for piecing. It saves a lot of time for other types of sewing projects too.

[@Brunoshort5]

Is it wooly polyester in the loopers, too?

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi, The wooly polyester is in the upper looper. Serger cone thread is in the right needle and lower looper. The upper looper thread is the one that wraps around the edge of the fabric to the wrong side. The lower looper's higher tension pulls that upper looper thread to the wrong side of the fabric. So when you finish an edge with a rolled hem, always position the fabric right side up. Hope that helps and thanks for watching!

[@louisejeffries7155]

Hi Gail, I don’t seem to be able to get the hem to roll on my Trumph/Gloria I’ve followed the book and play a little but no success I think I must be missing a step I’ve also looked for you basic rolled hem tutorial but no success finding that either Any advice truely appreciated Many thanks

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Louise, The rolled hem is suitable for light to medium weight fabrics. What fabric are you stitching? Your stitch selector should be on "D" and turn the stitch width dial to "M". Here's a link to the Lettuce Edge. Ignore the differential feed and leave yours on "N" and don't "pinch and pull" the edge. Let me know if this helps you. I'll be happy to explore more solutions with you. thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!

[@louisejeffries7155]

@@GailPatriceDesign Hi Gail, thank you for your speedy reply- that’s very much appreciated Yes light weight fabric So I continued to puddle around knowing it was user error not machine. It’s a fabulous machine I found my two! errors 1. While I’d changed the upper looper thread I missed that somehow the lower looper had popped out of the 1st tension disk - this was affecting the width of the stitch significantly 2. A little embarrassing I hadn’t realised I needed stitch length in rolled hem even though the book clearly says “rolled hem range” Once correcting those mistakes, testing it, it worked beautifully. I didn’t like the effect on the sleeve I was going to use it for but did have a tablecloth I’ve been going to re-hem for ever and a day it’s now done and I’m happy. Again Gail thank you so much for replying. If I hadn’t had sorted it I would possibly be in tears with frustration by now!!!!

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@louisejeffries7155 hi Louise, yes and I forgot to tell you to switch the stitch length dial to “rolled hem.” That disengages the stitch finger and narrows down the stitch. The best news is that now you’ll never forget all of the steps. We all learn our best lessons from errors (annoying, isn’t it??) Please keep me posted on your progress and let me know if you have more questions. I’ll be happy to help!

[@louisejeffries7155]

@@GailPatriceDesign thank you😁

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@louisejeffries7155 when my rolled hem test stitch is too wide, it’s always one of two forgotten steps. I either neglected to move the left overlock needle to the right needle position or forgot to disengage the stitch finger. That’s why a test stitch is so important. No need to rip out -yay!

[@carylhalfwassen8555]

How to begin and end this rolled stitch in the round?

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Caryl, If your garment is already cut to the finished length you can skim off the whiskers. You can also create a "starting gate" by cutting a 2" long notch from the edge. (This is about the length from the needles to the knife.) Here is a link to a rolled hem in the round that will show you a good method to get a nice start and finish: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6DQk4aErMygZpo. Let me know if you have more questions and thanks for watching!

[@Marnie1869]

Can you use Heat n gone .

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Mary, I've never used Heat 'n Gone for a rolled hem but you probably can. Just to be sure of the results, try it on a sample to be sure your iron isn't too hot for your fabric or rolled hem thread. Samples prevent problems on the real project fabric. Let us know your results. Thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!

[@carylhalfwassen8555]

I have used water soluble stabilizer in the hem as it is formed.

[@genevieveschroeder6449]

never mind. I forgot to take out my left needle

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Great!

[@clareparkinson3745]

Baby lock Gloria settings please

[@GailPatriceDesign]

Hi Clare, Set up your Gloria for a 3-thread rolled hem stitch: right overlock needle, upper and lower loopers with serger cone thread or lightweight decorative thread in upper looper. Stitch width dial on "M" and stitch length on 1. 0 - 1.5. You'll have to test stitch length and differential feed on "N". The stitch selector should be on "D". Use a clear, wash away stabilizer on top of the fabric as you stitch. Let me know if you have more questions. I'll be happy to help and thanks for watching Serger Tip Clips!

[@clareparkinson3745]

@@GailPatriceDesign brilliant, you are a star. I was having problems even with stabilizer, the cotton fibre type, I realise it is the water soluble stuff I now need. I have some ancient Avalon embroidery film somewhere in the darkest recesses of my craft room for lace making, although it might have a smooth surface not grippy textured like yours, what brand are you using? I looked at the baby lock manual ,your settings look similar to my fail attempt. no left sheer pull, as you point out, poss user error also a factor. Chiffon Bias cut gown hem circular full skirt, gentle lettuce frill cross over at the front from hem to up to waist. Easter greetings from the uk.

[@GailPatriceDesign]

@@clareparkinson3745 Hi Clare, I used Sulky Solvy, but many brands of stabilizer will work fine, even without the griippy side. You might want to increase your differential feed setting slightly. Turn it up one click and see if that helps. Then let me know. thanks.