How to Sew Vertical Hem Stitch (Couch Stitch)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Measure and prepare the hemline.

   Pin, chalk line, iron or baste the new hemline in place.
   
   It should be folded. , Bring the needle and thread up through the edge of the hem.
   
   You will be working from right to left., Catch only the one thread of the fabric being sewn. (Some advice suggests catching two threads; judge the need by the fabric you're hemming.),,
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   Step 2: Fasten the thread on the wrong side of the hem.

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   Step 3: Opposite the point at which you've brought up the needle

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   Step 4: alongside the edge of the hem

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   Step 5: begin the first stitch.

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   Step 6: Bring the needle down

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   Step 7: holding it diagonally

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   Step 8: the stitch through the edge of the hem about 6-10mm to the left of the stitch you've just made.

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   Step 9: Continue until the entire hem is completed.

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