I searched the forums for information relating to an easy and efficient ways to sew a 3/8 to 1" rolled hem. If there is an existing post please let me know so I can take a look.
I'm sure everyone that sews light weight fabrics have struggled with this. I know I have. Here are some of the things I've tried.
Standard process of rolling fabric once and then once more. --- Works decent but I find that the fabric will twist and distort at times.
I thought about tape, either single side or double. The single sided masking tape works best for me at this time, but it doesn't want to stick very well to Silploy. I assume the silicone causes that. For a 1/2" hem I put 1/2" tape on the outer edge and then turn the taped fabric over once and then then once more. Being able to feel the 1/2" tape inside the fold helps.
NOTE; I plan to order some double sided tape so that I can try it.
Has anyone tried this?
Any suggestions concerning tape that will stick to Silpoly and other such light weight materials?
--- I thought the tape glue might present a problem with the needle, but so far I haven't experience any. ---
Thanks in advance...
Dan Ayo
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