Ornamental Hem
Learn the ornamental hem from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates elegant scalloped effects using running stitches and controlled gathering.
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Slanting Hem-stitch
Learn the slanting hem-stitch from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates distinctive diagonal patterns with elegant visual movement along hem edges.
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Antique Hem-stitch
Learn the antique hem-stitch from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Preserves historical techniques for elegant rolled hems with decorative threading.
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Double Hem-stitch
Learn the double hem-stitch from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates elegant zigzag patterns by splitting and recombining thread clusters.
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Ladder Stitch Hem
Learn the ladder stitch hem from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates dramatic ladder-like perpendicular bars for striking open-work edges.
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Second Hem-stitch
Learn the second hem-stitch from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates decorative tress-like patterns along hem edges.
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Single Hem-stitch
Learn the single hem-stitch from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. The foundation technique for decorative hem finishing with drawn thread work.
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Antique/Old-German Seam
Learn the antique/old-German seam from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. A traditional technique for perfectly flat seams using crossed threading methods.
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Open Hemmed Double Seam
Learn the open hemmed double seam from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. A heavy-duty variation handling six fabric layers for maximum strength.
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Hemmed Double Seam
Learn the hemmed double seam from the 1886 Encyclopedia of Needlework. Creates exceptionally strong seams for lining attachment and heavy-duty applications.