Hems Collection

Stitch Types Diagram
Leaflet that is promotional & instructional as it clearly & simply shows you how to do various basic handsewing stitches & hems such as handkerchief or rolled hem

Manchester Mr Birch's Orphan Homes Hulme 1880s
Manchester, Mr, Birch's, Orphan, Homes, Hulme, 1880s, A, view, of, Hems, also, known, as, the, Cornbrook, Orphanage, at, founded, in, 1860s, by, William, children's, home, childrens, care

Advertisement for Hems & Son, dealers in ivory and stag horn, razor makers and manufacturers of table knives
6033002 Advertisement for Hems & Son, dealers in ivory and stag horn, razor makers and manufacturers of table knives, London (litho) by English School

Child Fashions circa 1870
Boy: D-B jacket with cape, knickerbockers, striped socks & heeled boots. Girls: striped polonaise & fringed cape; tunic dresses with dentate hems, bustles & button trim Date: circa 1870

Summer Frock / Doeuillet
Summer tunic dress: V -neck & fold-over collar, a gauged yoke to the gathered over- skirt, scalloped hems, a sash with floating ends & shoes with 3 bars over the instep

COSTUME 1788
Man: striped dress coat with stand collar, coat with a sloping front border & waistcoat & a bicorne hat. Women: petticoats with vandyked hems, reticule, mob Date: 1788

Racegoers Fashions 1899
Blue: tucked front & sleeves, wrap-over front, high pointed collar. Lilac tunic dress: dentate wrap over body, pointed & curved hems, flat braid trim, lace & belts. Date: 1899

De Hems restaurant, Soho
De Hems restaurant, oyster bar, saloon bar and grotto on Macclesfield Street, Soho, London. Date: 1947

Faubourg Saint Antoine
At the battle of the Faubourg Saint-Antoine, Turenne hems in the frondeurs under Conde at the walls of Paris : but the Parisians are persuaded to open the gates to the rebels

Costume - Women 1819
4 gowns of 1819: 3 have large ruffs with vandyke or scallop edged pelerines or collars. 1 gown has a gallo-greek bodice. All hems have decorative bands or edging

Photo / Costume / Fratelli
Photograph showing the rear view of dress in watered silk with the sleeves ornamented with lace, a broad band of ribbon hems the skirt. Hair: dressed in a chignon

Bon Genre No. 76 Costume
Triple vandyke ruff, habit shirt with high frilled neck, hems with rows of tucks or scalloped, coloured aprons or pinafores & a fur trimmed pelisse

Bon Genre No. 71 Costume
White cotton robes with short puffed sleeves & embroidered hems worn with tall florally ornamented bonnets & a green Kashmir shawl

She Hems a Curtain
She hems a curtain

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"Hems: From Needlework to Fashion Statements" From the intricate stitch types diagram to the Manchester Mr Birch's Orphan Homes in Hulme during the 1880s, they have played a significant role in various aspects of society. Whether it be an advertisement for Hems & Son, dealers in ivory and stag horn or razor makers and manufacturers of table knives in London, or child fashions circa 1870 showcasing delicate hems on elegant garments, these tiny details have made a big impact. Looking back at costume trends from as early as 1788, we can see how they were meticulously crafted to enhance the overall look. Fast forward to racegoers' fashions in 1899 where hems added flair and sophistication to their outfits. Even summer frocks by Doeuillet highlighted the importance of well-executed hems that exuded elegance. Beyond fashion, even education for girls emphasized needlework skills with hems being a fundamental aspect. The Faubourg Saint Antoine became synonymous with craftsmanship and quality when it came to creating impeccable hems. Evening dresses from 1929 showcased intricate hem designs that elevated them into works of art. And let's not forget about De Hems restaurant in Soho - a place where people gathered not only for delicious food but also for its historical significance tied to Dutch immigrants who brought their expertise in textiles and sewing techniques, including perfecting those elusive hems. Whether seen through fashion illustrations or intertwined with cultural heritage, they can more than just simple stitching; they represent attention to detail, skillful craftsmanship, and timeless beauty throughout history.