A blind hem hides almost all of the thread inside the hem fold. Only one or two threads of the main fabric are caught each time, so from the right side you see tiny dots, or nothing at all.
| Strength | Medium |
|---|---|
| Visible on the right side | Almost invisible (tiny dots) |
| Stitch length | ¼–½ in (6–12 mm) between stitches |
| Level | Easy |
| Good for | Hemming trousers, skirts, dresses and curtains by hand. |
How to sew blind hem stitch
- Fold and press the hem to the wrong side (finish the raw edge first, or fold it under).
- Knot the thread and bring the needle out through the hem fold.
- Just above the fold, catch only one or two threads of the main fabric.
- Move ¼–½ in (6–12 mm) along and take a stitch inside the hem fold.
- Repeat, keeping the stitches in the main fabric as small as possible.
Tips
- Use a thread a shade darker than the fabric; it blends in better than a lighter one.
- Do not pull tight, or the hem will dimple.