Hem Sentence Examples

She pulled nervously at the hem of her too-short skirt.

Two maids were turning up the hem and hurriedly biting off the ends of thread.

His touch lingered on bruises, and he retrieved a small tool when he reached the hem of her dress.

She absently plucked at a thread on the hem of her skirt, avoiding his eager gaze.

She had once again donned the white dress, and the hem touched the tops of her bare feet.

Care should be taken, however, not to hem in the garden by crowded plantations, shelter from the prevailing strong winds being all that is required, while the more open it is in other directions the better.

The HEM 700 meets the requirements of highly specialized contractors who need a powerful, heavy mobile chipper for a variety of applications.

Its elasticated hem ensures its close fitting, and hence reduces drafts.

Made from 100% fine combed cotton and finished with a fine textured band and hem in mercerised cotton.

Elasticated hem drawstring to help eliminate snow and wind.

This ' Hire Quality ' dress is made of white fabric with cotton circle hem design, hemmed finished with zipper fastening.

Hem lines are elegantly long whilst subtle tailoring and immaculate finis... .

It has a lined skirt for fullness, with ruffled hem.

I iced a cake, stitched a hem, slept in curlers.

Short overskirt has a shaped hem which is longer at the back with ties to form bustle effect.

Adjustable hem; draw in to keep bad weather on the outside or release to assist ventilation.

Special details include 1/2 ' binding on neck and sleeve with 1 ' bottom hem.

The Ocean Shirt has a shirt collar, elbow length sleeves, patch hip pockets and a straight hem with side vents.

Paint the rolled hem in a contrast or deeper color.

Work the first row by hand after you have rehung the weighted hem.

Zip side pockets, elasticated cuffs, drawcord hem.

Dress measures approx 22 inches / 56 cm around the waist and approx 19 inches / 48 cm from shoulder to skirt hem.

Yet, incredibly intricate work was turned out, even darning and hem stitching was of a very high standard.

Fashioned in sheer striped tulle, the neckline and hem are trimmed in rich embroidered lace with ribbon details.

For the winter we have a range of solid color gagras with a complementary colored piping around the hem and waist.

The loose fitting pull-on gown is made from khaki cotton, with a hem edged with dark brown suede fringing.

The plain underskirt has a lace trim around the hem.

Many velvet pieces in rich colors included a red velvet flared hem pinafore dress and red velvet flared trousers.

Is a thicker material and has double stitched hem and cuffs for resilience.

See if the hem is even and neatly stitched.

Skinny Jeans - This style is close-fitting and narrow from the waist and seat all the way to the hem at the bottom of the legs.

You can choose an asymmetrical hem line or a sexy slit.

Adding some plaid fabric to the sleeves, hem, or waist of the gown can take a normal prom dress into the punk realm.

This look is a winner because it features a slightly poufy hem that almost looks as if it's floating above the ground.

First, it's a floor length gown, but the hem of the gown is slightly frayed to give it "movement".

If your students are going to wear graduation gowns, you should still instruct the girls that their dress hems should not hang below the hem of the gown.

Write a list of wine spills, lipstick stains or mud that was encrusted into the lace hem.

If you plan to wed in a famous church overseas, you may want to check on their rules regarding necklines, hem length and sleeves.

Imagine walking down the aisle in a white satin gown trimmed with white faux fur around the cuffs, hem and collar.

In addition, walking on the sinking sand is difficult enough without tripping on your hem.

Not only is a tea length cooler that a full, flowing skirt, but you wont have to worry about the hem getting in your way.

Choosing a dress with an asymmetrical hem can give you the look of a full length dress with a higher front hem.

Many bridal salons sell dresses that feature such a design, sometimes with a floral print etched all the way up the back of the dress, or often outlining the hem or bust of the gown.

Many mainstream bridal boutiques and catalogs sell the same gown with slight variations such as different strap options or hem lengths to suit every bridesmaid.

Length is extremely important, because long dresses will easily drag over the sand and sully the hem.

A floor length gown may not be the best choice for walking over snowy or icy surfaces, however, and many brides choose a high-low hem that is ankle length in the front but swoops into a stately train.

The material over the bust is pleated, and the dress features a bubble hem for additional interest.

A tea length hem ends approximately mid-calf and will prevent the hem from getting dirty or wet if you stand near the surf.

Another design that many modern brides use is an uneven hem.

It is a preppy-style coat that has details such as a notched collar, buttons at the cuffs, a vented back hem and interior welt pockets.

The hem adjusts for a custom fit, and it comes in three colors and in sizes up to 2X.

The hem is that of a short dress in the front then curves to tea length in the back.

To complement the uneven hem line, you may find a high front and low back appealing.

If you really can't imagine your wedding dress without lace, make sure it is only on the top most part of the gown and not at the hem.

To make the bottom of the gown as fancy as the top, look for a dress with a petal style hem.

The alternating layers typically come to a point at various spots along the hem to create the look of an upside down flower petal.

Since tea length beach wedding dresses typically do not get too wet along the bottom hem, there should not be much repair required.

This kind of towel usually has a fabric pattern used as border hem along with rope twist fringe or tassels.

The self-same material is sewn onto the towel and used for a hem.

Unlike a pinch pleat drapery, the grommet drapes continue the pleat all the way to the top of the drapery hem.

These cozy blankets feature an all-over textured weave and fringe hem.

There are a few lighthouse designs available that feature a lighthouse lace border with a scalloped hem.

Her rep commented, "It was a case of her coat's hem getting caught in her shoes, but Miss Knowles picked herself right up, without missing a beat, showing to all that she is the best."

The Screen-printed Swoosh design is located on the left chest and a tennis court label is featured on the left front hem.

This includes the grinding at the hem and pockets which provide a rugged look, which little boys look adorable in.

You can use your sewing skills to tailor your kids' clothes now, then let out the hem or waistline as your child grows.

The hem length may vary from just past knee-length to floor-length, more formal-style dresses.

The nightgown has a crew neck, short flutter sleeves with paler pink trim and a ruffled hem with the same white trim.

Pieces may have touches of gold embellishment near the neck and hem.

The same print finishes the hem of the matching chocolate bootleg pants, which have an elastic waist and are finished with satin bows.

However, even if you are just searching for a slip or two to add to your child's wardrobe, you'll still want to take accurate measurements.Length - Measure from the middle of the shoulder at its highest point to the preferred slip hem.

The traditional smocked infant dress begins the smocking in gathers just below the neckline, allowing it to billow out to the hem.

Instead of trying to hem the denim, which requires a heavy needle, you can stitch on an embroidered ribbon, thus giving the shorts a unique and charming style of their own.

The navy blue knit top has ruffled sleeves and a ruffled hem, and it features a smocked crab design on the front.

Although Chasing Fireflies classifies the Swirly Ruffled Set as "pants," the knee-length hem makes them more like shorts.

The sticky strips can fix ripped luggage, hem skirts, secure boxes, identify suitcases, and fill seams of an adjoining cabin, among other things.

First you'll fold over and glue or hem the top of your fabric on one of the shorter sides on the back side of the pattern.

Some feature a straight bottom hem, allowing for side vents and even more comfort, while others include a manageable collar for a more put together look.

What this essentially means is that an elastic band is housed at the hem of the shirt that "tightens" it one the wearer's body.

Long sleeves, and a rolled edged hem, and cuffs, rounds out this classic look.

It has pickstich detailing on the button loop collar, placket and hem.

It has a straight hem and side vents and is machine washable.

It's made of double-faced polyester fleece and has zippered pockets and elasticized armholes and hem and is recyclable.

It has zippered hand-warming pockets and a drawstring hem.

In this case, you might consider buying the pants anyway and having a tailor hem them for you.

While you don't need to try on a raincoat, so long as you pay attention to the measurements, it can be useful to see the fit of the shoulders and the length of the sleeves and hem.

All versions have the signature polo logo on the chest and a ribbed collar and arm band as well as an uneven bottom hem that is longer in the back than in the front.

Minimize wide hips with pants that are the same width from the hip to the hem.

Balance a larger bust or wider shoulders with pants that flare slightly at the hem.

Hem - The hem should be at least one inch deep and should be finished to avoid fraying.

The hem should not be visible from the front of the pants.

Short boots that don't meet the hem of the dress draw the eye to your leg and make you appear shorter.

Quality construction - Look for a garment with tight stitching on the seams and hem.

It flatters wider hips since it flows softly down to the hem.

The hem sits just above the knee which is both flattering and flirty.

Hem a floor length formal dress so it is approximately half to one inch above the floor.

Sun dress - Quite possibly the dress that summer dreams are made of, this strapless sundress boasts a multicolored bodice and hem accented by a floral skirt.

Try this blue short dress with a flirty bubble hem and sweetheart neckline for dinner and dancing or a stunning full-length one-shoulder dress with empire waist and ornate neckline for a wedding or dinner with the captain on a cruise.

It may be embellished with beads around the hem, neckline and cuffs.

They sit at your natural waist and have a full elastic waistband, as well as hem slits in the legs.

It measures 26.5-inches to the hem and has built in chest support.

It measures 25-inches to the hem and comes in sizes up to 2X.

It measures 27-inches to the hem and is made of a breathable poly/cotton blend.

It has flirty lace trim at the hem and insets in back for graceful swing.

Stay warm in comfort and style in this grooved berber fleece jacket from All American Comfort featuring a zippered closure, drawstring hem and deep soft pockets.

With a contrasting drawstring and cute banded hem, these cargo shorts from Lane Bryant are sure to become a favorite for daytime or a casual evening get-together during the spring or summer.

Modesty can be a primary motivator when purchasing longer hem lengths, but a flimsy material can undermine your efforts.

If you have problems finding the right length, some manufactures sell designs with snap up hems for adjustable control making the right hem length possible for each woman.

Women who can hem their own clothing save quite a bit of money when it comes to tailoring, but there are other considerations besides pant length when it comes to well fitting garments for shorter women.

The tops have beading and sequin trims at the collar and hem.

A loose, open cardigan with an asymmetrical hem is trendy and flattering, and looks great with a camisole and a necklace or two.

The short dress features a black, fringed hem.

This shirt has a pointed collar and a straight bottom hem.

They have the Kellyn Sparkle Party Dress, a shiny black empire-waist knee-length dress with sequin detailing at the hem.

Elegant in black and gold with a satin sash at the empire waist, this dress has a sexy scalloped plunging neckline, knee-length scalloped hem and is fully lined.

It is done in a short sleeve, pull-over style featuring a shirttail hem at the bottom and lace trim around the v neckline and sleeves.

This nightshirt has detailing such as a chest pocket, notch collar and a stylish shirttail hem at the bottom.

If you carry more weight in your hips and thighs, you'll also want to look for wide legs that fall straight from the widest part of your body to the hem.

The capris have an elastic waist, pockets, hem slits and a 22-inch inseam.

They feature light decorative stitching along the sides and hem, along with a deep elastic waistband for extra comfort.

Made of polyester and spandex, it features a flattering self-tie halter top, an empire waist and a bold, multi-colored pattern with a dark brown hem.

There are hundreds of gowns from which to choose and friendly customer service, so if you are concerned about an item's length from shoulder to hip and hip to hem, you need only ask and they will assist you.

Finally, there is the Sunflower denim jumper, with embroidered sunflowers on the front and around the hem.

The dress hem should fall around the knee for a timeless style, and it should fit comfortably so you can move and sit in it easily.

The hem of a short sleeve reaches somewhere between the shoulder and elbow.

Try it over a style that falls just an inch or two below the sweater coat's hem (it should not be shorter than the coat).

The dress has fitted stretch lace cups over a tricot skirt with a frilly hem.

Pencil skirts are available in a range of hem lengths, from miniskirts to full-length skirts.

For instance, a garment may have a ripped hem or a button missing, and the store manager is more than willing to give individuals a discount to move the item out of inventory.

The Kalahari Silk Skirt is a gorgeous blend of olive green, coral and gold tie dyed silk that features beadwork and embroidery at the hem.

If you want something a little longer in the hem, the Romantic Lace Rose Print Dress is a good consideration.

Knowing how to sew a hem can save you a lot of money in alterations.

You can sew on buttons that have popped off, darn a sock or alter a hem.

Knowing how to alter a hem can be very helpful for petite men and women who have trouble finding pants that fit them exactly right.

If you learn how to fix a hem yourself, you can save quite a bit of money over a lifetime because you won't need the services of a tailor.

Although a $10.00 hem job sounds inexpensive, what if you buy at least one pair of slacks a month?

If you're especially budget-conscious or crafty, learning how to sew a hem yourself can save you time and money.

If you don't already know how to sew or if you don't feel the need to invest in a machine, you can easily sew a hem with a simple needle and thread.

Fold the hem to the desired length, with raw edges folded inside.

You can then iron the fold in the hem if you want.

Thread your needle and use a whipstitch to affix the hem.

If you have a heavy material such as denim or you want to hem something quickly, you can turn to your sewing machine.

The prep will be the same as for hand sewing, but you can use the blind hem stitch when using a machine for a clean, neat hem.

These are relatively inexpensive, but will come in handy if you need to do a quick hem job.

Knowing how to sew a hem not only works for alterations, but can help when shortening an ankle-length skirt into a mini.

You don't have to be a professional tailor to learn how to adequately sew a hem.

Alternatively, adding a few rows of gold braid along the hem of some velvet curtains will make them even more opulent and sophisticated.

For bridal gowns, consider adding a row of white or ivory beading to the hem of the dress.

Next, sew up the side seams and hem the bottom and the neckline.

Then hem both cuffs, and turn over the top waistband to create a casing for the elastic.

Hem the bottom of the skirt piece and trim with lace if desired.

This facing eliminates having to hem the curved edges of the dress.

This graphic print tankini boasts a myriad of colors that range from hot pink to white to black, and for added measure, the hem floats out gently.

Triple contrast striping lines the waist, sides and hem, while the stretch brief lining keeps you comfortable.

It has weights sewn into the hem and is machine-washable.

A skirt combo with a slight flare at the hem also complements this figure type.

The back hem is extra-long to maintain coverage during activity.

Available in sizes up to 14, the flat front and gentle flared hem will look good on petites in various shapes, from the slender to the plus size.

Additionally, this fully lined coat comes complete with a ruffle trim that runs along the placket and hem.

From collar to hem, what grabs, and holds, the attention is the sumptuous, deep, chocolate brown color!

Bebe is known for their sultry, sensual looks, and this trench coat continues that tradition with its deep ruffled V-neck, arms and hem.

Cuffed at the hem, these capris will look great with a pair of brightly colored, high heels.

For the most part, it's because these dresses, thanks in large part to their shortened hem lines, are incredibly sexy.

Try a shorter lace tunic worn over a colorful tank top stretched a few inches down below the hem of the other layer.

Think about drawing the eye to the center with plenty of embellishment, from sequins to beading, and you can also hunt out a peasant blouse with a colored band at the hem to make your hips look even with your waist.

A shirred bottom hem is modern and chic.

Clearly, you don't have to be incredibly brazen to pull off this look, given that there are so many asymmetric hem styles available for petite women.

Try a slinky cocktail dress with an uneven, exaggerated hem.

Jill. The company's Pure Jill Asymmetric Dress is cut in an effortless A-line style and features a slightly asymmetric hem.

On most handkerchief halters, the top "floats" from the bust downward to fall into a handkerchief-style hem, either asymmetrically or pointing straight downward.

Featuring the same unbalanced hem and flowing cut, these alternatives offer more coverage with full sleeves and higher cut necklines.

Satisfy your preppy side with a Ralph Lauren tank top with a sophisticated handkerchief hem.

You might opt for the obvious in a dress with a short hem or a plunging neckline, or you may even want to wear leggings and heels.

The tank style reveals plenty of skin, while the unusually cut hem lends the top a visually intriguing element.

Wearing a handkerchief hem dress is amazing when the weather gets balmy and you want to wear something breezy.

Due to the unique hem shape, some people find that a handkerchief hem dress is extremely challenging to pair with other layers.

Look for kitten heels to wear with a dress with a longer handkerchief hem.

This hem can actually get caught right inside your heels, or you can trip on the hem.

A handkerchief hem can still look appropriate in colder weather.

Your v-neck dress can also be constructed in lace or mesh for a sexy going-out look... and still have that handkerchief hem.

One of the coolest is a longer style with a slightly mock neck and a banded hem.

Some silhouettes include those with a button placket and a curved hem or ones that are super long and stretchy, and that come complete with a shawl collar.

What makes them skimpy is usually the length of the inseam, not the distance from the waistband to the hem.

Don't choose a shirt that reaches or extends past the hem of the shorts unless you tuck at least one corner in.

Many manufacturers mark petite clothing with a "P" to identify it, but if the garment is not labeled, there are other signature marks of petite clothing like shorter arm and leg inseams or shorter waist and hem lengths.

At its shortest, the hem of your dress should just graze the knees or perhaps fall an inch or two above them.

Everyone knows the green minidress with the handkerchief hem and the wings.

Sew a long tube skirt with a point on the front and back hem.

If you do not have sewing skills, take a pair of scissors and cut the skirt into strips or add a jagged hem.

Tulle works well if you don't want to hem or sew your wings, since it can be cut without unraveling or snagging.

It is available at Cosplay Sky and has stretch ribbed cuffs and matching hem.

In the Tenniel renderings, the skirt has three stripes on the hem.

Many of these sexy Santa suits include tight-fitting red velvet mini dresses with ribbon lace-up sides and faux fur trim around neckline and hem, a shiny black belt and faux fur boot cuffs.

The skirts of these dance dresses are always full and can have either a straight or handkerchief hem.

Aries doesn't hem or haw the way other astrological signs do, and this personality trait can be a tremendous boost to Aquarius' ego.

Those systems which do allow shorts have typically established strict guidelines that specify material type, color, and hem length.

Must not be rolled or turned at the waist or at the hem line.

For example, some students try to shorten their shorts by turning up the hem, and others want to wear their shorts around their hips instead of at the waist.

Ankle boots look better with full skirts, but you can get away with wearing them with narrow skirts provided the skirt's hem falls beyond the top of the boot.

Trying to cram the hem of your pant's leg into an ankle boot yields an unflattering balloon effect.

Skirt length should kiss the top of the boot or extend over it; gaps between the hem of the skirt and the top of the boot will attract the eye and make you appear shorter.

A trick that dancers and other movement practitioners use on tall pants is to roll the waistband of the pants over and over until the hem on each leg is at an appropriate height.

Some "boy cut" or bicycle-short style cheer underwear has the opposite problem of the bloomers - that is, the squared-off legs show under the hem of skirt, which again can be a bit of a stylistic blunder in terms of cheer.

Measure your tabletop and add about 12 inches all around to allow for drape and a hem allowance.

Generally, this kind of lingerie has a short length with a fluttery, flirty hem.

The skirt is finished in an elf hem with jingle bell trim.

They make a loose baby doll in a sweet, subtle polka dot print with a frill strap and ruffled hem.

It can be embarrassing to have your bustier peek out from underneath the hem of your shirt, and a shorter bustier can help prevent that.

Another tip to avoid this embarrassment is to buy the highest quality satin jacquard weave bustier you can find, with a special decorative hem.

It includes an underwire cup mini-dress, with lace ruffles on the sleeve and hem and a matching apron.

The "pants" of this set is made of a sheer black material with decorative silver cuffs that line the hem.

For each of the nightie body pieces, carefully hem around the curve and the two sides adjacent to the curve.

It's made with 100 percent ultra soft, ultra durable cotton and comes with a Calvin Klein logo tab on the bottom left hem.

Lace Hems - Around the bottom of the pajama, you will see wide or thin lace sewn to the hem as a pretty decoration.

These pants feature a ribbed hem with an elegant, ultra-feminine cuffed bottom.

Many may have a fixed image of what long silk nightgowns look like; mainly, long boring gowns made to clothe you from neck to hem, with no kind of shape whatsoever to speak of!

The hem hits just about mid-calve, while the V-neck front is lined in a slightly deeper shade of grey.

This gown is fashioned from one hundred percent organic cotton, is ruffled at the neck, sleeve, and hem, and comes in a full length fabric.

The look is rounded out by long sleeves and a slightly fringed and flirty hem.

The top is box cut with a full-length sleeve, notched collar, breast pocket, button closure and straight hem.

The straps of this style are slightly ribbed, as is the hem, but as can be expected, it's the bodice of the look that truly captivates; it's of the peek-a-boo variety.

Gleaming silk satin is only part of its charm - this decadent gown also features rose-patterned lace at the hem and an alluring lace-up neck.

The hem of the nylon slip will be plain or have lace or some other type of embellishments.

The most common robe style stocked on their site is the traditional type with a special front sash and a mid-length hem.

Simply toss on a jacket and button it up tight in the winter, and you won't have to worry about the hem of your shirt popping out.

Accents for robes include edged piping, contrasting colored satin on sleeves and hem, lace edging, and chenille or other soft trim.

Gaiam's kimono, while not as long as a traditional kimono, measuring 55 inches from shoulder to hem, is still beautiful enough to hang on the wall for display, but why would you want to do that?

Marabou and chandelle feathers weigh down the hem and sleeves of this robe.

You may notice decorative lace or silk ribbon around the bottom hem of the gown.

A short-sleeved piece with a swingy hem is an excellent selection.

Inverted body types look terrific in short nighties that have faux fur or wide ribbons at the hem.

Select the most flattering look for your body type by choosing ones that have comfortable sleeve and hem lengths to wear.

Wide satin ribbons sewn to the hem are pretty touches.

The bottoms will have a comfortable elastic waist with a hem that reaches your calves or ankles.

Kohl's satin wraps have a short hem but long sleeves.

Find a nightgown with a mid-length hem if you are petite--then it will look full-length!

This silky nightgown is layered at the hem of the gown in a tiered and ruffled manner, while the bust of the gown features a ribbon that can be tied into a bow or left long.

Shirt must have tails to tuck in or a squared-off hem at the bottom.

Likewise, male lifeguards traditionally wear swim trunks called board shorts, which features a much longer hem than swimming briefs.

He could picture her sitting there, in her wraparound paisley with the torn-out hem.

And therfor the will aught to suffre and lete her husbonde haue the wordes, and to be maister, for that is her worshippe; for it is shame to here striff betwene hem, and in especial before folke.

Such were the sleeveless surplice, which was provided at the sides with holes to put the arms through; the surplice with slit-up arms or lappels (so-called "wings") instead of sleeves; the surplice of which not only the sleeves but the body of the garment itself were slit up the sides, precisely like the modern dalmatic; and, finally, a sort of surplice in the form of a bell-shaped mantle, with a hole for the head, which necessitated the arms being stuck out under the hem.

To these troops their chief now made known the pashas orders to massacre all the Mamelukes within the citadel; therefore, having returned Final by another way, they gained the summits of the walls massacre and houses that hem in the road in which the Mameof the lukes were confined, and some stationed themselves Manic- upon the eminences of the rock through which that U es.

His Laura long continued to be the most influential monastery in those parts, and produced several distinguished monks, among 1 hem St John of Damascus.

The plateau, on whose centre stands the town of Ajmere, may be considered as the highest point in the plains of Hindustan; from the circle of hills which hem it in, the country slopes away on every side - towards river valleys on the east, south, west and towards the desert region on the north.

A-line flared shape with gorgeous gathered 4 " tiered hem.

Then she could have blatantly bent over straight legged, letting the hem rise up to expose her naked buttocks.

With adjustable spaghetti straps, it is 26 " in length and has a flounce at the hem.

She has been healed just by touching the hem of his cloak.

With its ribbed collar, cuffs and hem, this jacket is sure to make them sit up and take notice!

A nice feature is the vented hem, which allows the pants to fit well over any style of shoe.

Donnie tugged at his mother's hem and motioned to the dress, nodding his head.

Muhsin Khan, Mushir-addaulah, minister for foreign affairs, then became president of the cabinet, and continued the negotiations, but could not bring hem to a successful issue.

I'd rather break stones on the king's highway than hem a handkerchief.

A cool breeze lifted the damp hair at her temples and ruffled the hem of her full skirt.

He could picture her, holding the hem of her gown, climbing onto the chair, perhaps even smiling, before kicking it away, and waiting the few agonizing moments until death took her hand and led her to its darkness.

Less essential are the orphreys on the hem of the arms and the fringes along the slits at the sides and the lower hem.

The continental, single-breasted cassock, with a long row of small buttons from neck to hem, is said to have been first introduced into England by Bishop Harris of Llandaff (1729-1738).

She had changed to the white dress, the one she'd worn to dinner that night and the hem touched the tops of her bare feet, which pointed downward.

Almuces were occasionally made of silk or wool, but from the 13th century onward usually of fur, the hem being sometimes fringed with tails.

Granite, diorite and other plutonic rocks hem in the winding upper valleys of the Kisogawa, the Saigawa (Shinano river) and many other rivers of this province, their clear water running over granite.

Though planetae decorated with narrow orphreys are occasionally met with in the monuments of the early centuries, these vestments were until the 10th century generally quite plain, and even at the close of this century, when the custom of decorating the chasuble with orphreys had become common, there was no definite rule as to their disposition; sometimes they were merely embroidered borders to the neck-opening or hem, sometimes a vertical strip down the back, less often a forked cross, the arms of which turned upwards over the shoulders.

If Kutuzov decided to retreat along the road from Krems to Olmutz, to unite with the troops arriving from Russia, he risked being forestalled on that road by the French who had crossed the Vienna bridge, and encumbered by his baggage and transport, having to accept battle on the march against an enemy three times as strong, who would hem him in from two sides.

The presence within half a century of the date of its foundation of such scholars as Justus Lipsius, Joseph Scaliger, Francis Gomarus, Hugo Grotius, Jacobus Arminius, Daniel Heinsius and Guardas Johannes Vossius, at once raised Leiden university to the highest European fame, a position which the learning and reputation of Jacobus Gronovius, Hermann Boerhaave, Tiberius Hem sterhuis and David Ruhnken, among others, enabled it to maintain down to the end of the 18th century.

To indicate the variety of uses to which jute is applied, the following quotation may be cited from the official report of Hem Chunder Kerr as applying to Midnapur.

This plain diaphanous garment, without distinction of colour (white, red or yellow), and with perhaps only an embroidered hem at the top, was worn by the whole nation, princess and peasant, from the IVth to the XVIIIth Dynasties (Erman, Life in Ancient Egypt, p. 212).

Turning her mother's head this way and that, she fastened on the cap and, hurriedly kissing her gray hair, ran back to the maids who were turning up the hem of her skirt.

She tentatively lifted a foot into the front seat, and knew a moment of panic when her sandal heel caught in the hem of her dress.

The conquering tribe or tribes had made their way to the sierra from the plains, and found themselves a new land sheltered from attack amidst the lofty mountains that hem in the valley of Cuzco and the vast lake basin of Titicaca, situated 12,000 ft.

The morainic belts and other obstructions in the drift plains hem in the waters in the intervening basins and create what are called " glacial lakes," var y ing in diameter from a few yards to several miles.