Being a weaver means dealing with hems. And when hems are done well, they’re practically invisible. However, when they don’t quite fit with the rest of the project, they can stand out much more than you intend for them to.

So in today’s episode, I’m tackling the topic of weaving hems. Join me as I provide a number of examples of how materials and patterns can influence your hems, which will hopefully give you food for thought as you tackle your next project. Happy Weaving!

Show Notes –

The Weaver Sews – Have you met Daryl Lancaster yet? When I think of a true expert on weaving handwoven fabric, she’s the one. So if this episode got you excited about sitting down to your sewing machine and creating all the beautiful things, I’ll happily direct you her way. Here is a straight shot to her YouTube channel that covers lots of details only another weaver would appreciate. 

Sewing Handwoven Fabric – Just a few episodes ago, I released an episode talking about sewing handwoven fabric. And if you’ve met me at all, you KNOW this isn’t my area of expertise by any stretch of the imagination. But because I don’t love the sewing, I do love the seamstresses. Because I’ve worked with so many over the years, I did pick up a thing or two. So, please enjoy episode 147, “Sewing Handwoven Fabric”. 

Acton Creative Insiders – 

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Handwoven fabric isn’t quite like the fabric you buy at the store. Therefore, we need a few tools in our toolbox to help manipulate it into the shape we want and the final product we can proudly share with the world!

Now, just in case you haven’t met me before, I don’t sew. But I have worked with a handful of seamstresses during my weaving career. In working together with them, I’ve picked up information on helpful products and strategies when sewing handwoven fabric. And you KNOW I’ll share everything I know with you! That’s what today’s episode is all about!

Show Notes –

Sewing Resource – It will come as no surprise that Handwoven Magazine has addressed the topic of sewing handwoven fabric on more than one occasion. So, I found a lovely overview from them to give you a place to start. Click here to check it out. 

Daryl Lancaster – If I were going to recommend a truly valuable source for this, I would send you to The Weaver Sews, which is a YouTube channel hosted by Daryl Lancaster. She’s a wonderful wealth of knowledge! Here’s a sampling of her videos. 

Weaving Gifts – Last year, I did a lovely series all about weaving gifts. It included towels, runners/placemats, and pillows. These are easy items to finish with a sewing machine and I highly recommend them as a place to start! This link will take you to the Towel episode so you can see what the fuss is about. 

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