HEMMING

a—Shows method of cutting to do away with a clumsey corner.

Slip-Stitching

Slip-stitching or invisible hemming is done on silk, wool, and thick material. The hem is pressed with an iron, a stitch as fine as possible is taken on the surface of the cloth and the needle slipped under and through the first fold, drawing the thread lightly. The needle and thread used in this stitch must be very fine.

MITERED CORNERS

Method of Folding and Cutting.

Rolled Hem