Page from the book Fabrics and Dress, copyright 1931.
I love the Shell Hem. It is so dainty and sweet. It is also a soft, comfortable and decorative way to finish the neck and armholes of a baby slip. There are different methods of working the Shell Hem. I use this method where two stitches are thrown over the edge of the hem to create the indentation or 'shell'. I like it because it is sturdy and I like to do things the Old Fashioned Way. I have seen this method described in old books (like the one featured), although this book does not use the running stitch as I do. The vintage Baby Gertrude Slips I have seen used this method done with the running stitch, same as me. Click here for a Lesson.
2 comments:
I sometimes do the shell hem with my sewing machine. This is much prettier, of course!
I will do a post of the shell hem technique I do on my machine.It is almost a different technique. I love hand work.
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