Hong Kong Hem Finish

Hong Kong Hem Finish

Hong Kong Hem Finish

Learn how to sew a Hong Kong hem finish on a wool fabric sampler. A Hong Kong hem finish can be used on wools or any light to medium-weight fabric. You will learn the tricks of the trade when sewing a bias silk organza strip to your hem’s edge. This hem finish is truly the sign of a better garment. We will also teach you how to complete the hem with a hand-stitched catch stitch.

 

Module Description Step
1 Lesson Prep 1-1
2 Hong Kong Bound 1-4
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MODULE 1 • LESSON PREP

Step Description
1 For this lesson you’ll need to prepare: two pieces of wool pieces each measuring 7” (17.8cm) wide by 9” (22.9cm) long and one piece of silk organza, cut on the bias, 1 ½” (3.8cm) wide by 15” (38.1cm) long. Use stickers to denote the wrong side of the fabric.

 

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