11-29-2007, 08:21 PM
Ah, a point on machine stiching. If you set the sewing machine to the longest possible stitch and add just a hint of zigzag, the appearance is somewhat less machined, as the fabric will also work a bit. Just a thought, I did the hems of my tunic by hand, folding the machined edge under. This will prevent the unraveling of the fabric, but the outward appearance is authentic (and yes, I did use off color linen yarn to do the hems to make them stand out).