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Dritz 617 Gauge Ezy Hem Review

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Revainrating 4.5 out of 5  
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4.7
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Description of Dritz 617 Gauge Ezy Hem

For hems 1/4 to 4 inch on a straight edge and 1/4 to 2-1/2 inch on a curved edge. To turn and press edges on pockets, pattern alterations, belt and waistbands. To turn and press edges before stitching patches and appliques in place

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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great device

I am very glad I bought this sensor. I sewed curtains, and the gauge quickly folded the edge and sides, and also made them the same on each panel. Now I realized how far from the truth my assumptions about the rotation of the edges were. It gets hot and humid when using steam, but it's worth it. So watch your fingers! I think I'll invest in a larger size for curtains now. The only criticism was the shipping packaging. The sensor was just placed in a Manila envelope which was creased in transit.

Pros
  • This is amazing
Cons
  • Some errors

Revainrating 5 out of 5

That's great!

How have I lived my whole life without one of them! That's incredible! In all my years of sewing and learning to sew, I had never heard of this caliber. I've seen it in fabric stores and wondered what it's all about, but never knew how to use it until I took an online sewing class. It opened my eyes to the possibilities. I've been using the Ezy-Hem Gauge for a few months now and I love it every time. One caveat: Since you're using the iron to flatten the fabric, still on the gauge to set the…

Pros
  • Everything is fine!
Cons
  • Price

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great tool, but something is missing.

Good size. Approximately 8 1/2" longest side; 4 3/4 on the short side. Has metric dimensions in one size and inches in the other. The dimensions appear to be lightly etched into the metal with clear black ink. So far I have that used only for straight, not curved seams Advantages: Ruler on the long and short side Convenient gauge line markers (ie gauge lines) for 1/2", 1/4" and 5/8" on the short side. Only 1/2 inch long side. Metal so you can iron directly onto the fabric and onto the hem. It's

Pros
  • Great for a small home
Cons
  • Questionable purchase for the elderly