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Hem Chiffon by Hand Thread your needle with matching, lightweight thread, and sew straight across your hem roughly 1/4 inch (6 mm) away from the raw edge

I normally do a 2x multiplier for most ruffles but here I was working with a 146 cm wide piece of fabric, and I wanted to be economical with the material so just divided that 2

The dress should not be too short or too tight, so you feel comfortable and professional all day

In some cases, brides may also need to add a bustle, which helps lift the train after the ceremony so you can move around freely at your reception