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Hung Hem
A folded, double-layer hem made by re-hanging earlier stitches onto the needles.
A hung hem is a machine knitting finishing technique where the initial rows of knitting are folded up and re-hung onto the needles, creating a clean, double-layered hem.
The fold is formed at a designated turning row, producing a crisp edge without sewing. Once re-hung, knitting continues as a single fabric layer, permanently enclosing the raw cast-on edge.
Hung hems are commonly used on garments, cuffs, waistbands, and necklines, especially on standard gauge machines. They provide structure, durability, and a professional appearance while remaining highly adaptable through variations in depth, tension, and stitch pattern.
Example
<p>A hung hem is often used at the bottom of a sweater to create a neat, stable edge without sewing. By adjusting the number of rows before the turning row, you can control the hem depth.</p>