-The weight of the fabric as light weight fabrics are appropriately made of wide hems than bulky fabric.
-The shape of the edge so that when the edge is straight then a wide hem can be easily made neatly but on a curved edge it is is appropriate to work out a false hem on shaped edges from the wrong side with a cross way strip. This hem is a false hem.
-The purpose of the hem- Sometimes a hem is made to add length or for decorative purposes especially if it is added with a contrasting color.
-The effect desired-Some of the finishes are decorative while others are functional only so one should choose accordingly
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