*Sew4Home reserves the right to restrict comments that don’t relate to the article, contain profanity, personal attacks or promote personal or other business. Sew Bias Tape. Several possibilities are listed on p. 1. To flawlessly add your bias tape to the hem, use a two-step sewing process. Boho Shoulder Bag – great for using up scraps! Today we’re going to show you how to use bias binding to finish an armhole. Press the seam towards the bias tape. Gimp trim has traditionally been used for hiding seams on upholstered furniture and around lampshades. We spotted actress Blake Lively wearing it on an episode of the CW’s Gossip Girl. Today I’ll share a wee bit of sewing information. It’s kind of like your bangs; they look dorky if you get a chunk caught up in your headband. This technique is not always my first choice. Bias Tape is a wonderful thing. Market Tote With Ruffly Ribbon Handles & Ties – just look what a little ribbon did to make this tote… amazing! Change ), You are commenting using your Twitter account. I made a few and because it took 3 yards of silk I cut the corners off at the bottom and used bias strips to finish the neck. Here is my project for display purposes only, of which I won’t talk much — just excuse the careless sewing. Store-bought bias tape comes in a pretty good selection of colors, but sometimes you need something different. Stitch along the inside folded edge, making sure you are catching the folded edge underneath. Open one fold and pin to bottom of sleeve, raw edges and right sides together, so that 8″ extends off each end of the keyhole. Bias Tape. Tips to Applying Bias Tape. Thank You for the Bias Tape details !!! Fringe can be used to accent pillows, cushions, window treatments and lampshades (or your car’s dashboard, but we won’t go there). Begin sewing about 6″ from the end of your bias tape. You know, when the neckline bias binding extends into a tie? Place one end of the bias over the garment, raw edges matching and pin. Layout the fabric so the selvage edges are in the upper right and lower left. Patchwork Pom Pom Throw – velvet and pom-poms create a luxurious throw. What about you? Pretty Pleated Travel Pouch – another tutorial that uses ribbon for both finish and function. You can’t go wrong with ribbon. 5. Then, try some of our favorite ribbon projects: Scrap It: Gift Card Case or Biz Card Holder – the ribbon is both decorative and functional. So I began sewing where you see the pink pin, leaving the tape before the pin free. Bias facing is a finish in which bias tape is sewn onto the raw edge, then folded over to the wrong side (so that it's invisible from the outside) and sewn in place. So… you can make your own. Single fold is used for folded up hems and is more common in garment construction for skirts and pants, but in home décor, it’s quite handy for deep curtain hemming. . Middy braid is flat and narrow and used for accents, ties and drawstrings. It’s a wonderful, versatile trim. Bias tape is made by cutting strips of fabric on the bias, which is the 45 degree angle from the straight of grain of fabric. Ashley begins by explaining the difference between bias tape and straight grain tape. Fold binding over each short straight end of the mask. Step 5. Before you do anything with any kind of trim, you need to know if it might shrink if you wash it. Now you're ready to add the second strand of bias tape to the top of the bib, which will also serve as the ties. Method 1. You can find it with rich floral designs, classical motifs, and lots of ethnic patterns. Stitch the bias trim to the bodice starting from the first pin, going along the front neckline, and reaching the second pin on the back neckline. Explore, ask lots of questions, and remember that the right trim can make someone say, “Did you really make that?”. sew the ties 1) Measure the length of the bottom edge of the sleeve and cut a piece of bias tape 16″ longer. The knit looks really bad! 39 inches of bias tape - I buy double wide quilt binding 0.875" wide but you can make your own too ... Start your zigzag stitch at the end of one tie, go all the way around the edge of your scrub cap and finish at the end of the other tie. Change ). Stitch down close to the edge. It is applied when making collars and other tailoring stuff. For this we can use a single bias tape which is 1.5 inch wide ( total width). Your local fabric store will have lots of themed and novelty trims. What I did was to sew the ends first before topstitching. On one of the ends of the tape, open up the folds so it is flat and then fold about 1/2" to the inside. It happens with any fabric, cotton on the left and knit interlock on the right. Now that you know about it, you’ll see it everywhere. Divide the remainder of the binding in half. We especially love pom-poms… these are a few faves: Perky Pom  Pom Pillows – a user favorite, and they make a great gift. Double fold bias tape basically wraps a raw edge on both sides and can be used on just about any kind of raw edge you want to have a pretty finished look. Trim ends to the edge of the mask. … 5) Trim and press the seam open. But about that binding that becomes a tie. Sweet Hanging Sachets – using fancy ribbon makes an easy professional finish. The end of … Fold over the bias tape lengthwise, as usual, and press. Notice how nice it looks where the bias tape overlaps. Sew4Home is dedicated to stylish home sewing – from bags to blankets, pillows to linens, aprons, gifts, accessories, and more. But once you become familiar with them you’ll want to use them to make your finished projects look terrific. Cut two 38" lengths of double fold bias tape. Our custom S4H patterns appeal to all levels of sewers with easy to understand instructions and gorgeous photography. ( Log Out /  Jacquard ribbon has an intricately woven design that’s part of the fabric (as opposed to being embroidered or printed later). It comes as tassel fringe, bullion fringe, loop fringe, knot fringe, and more. Pillow Pair With Ruffly Ribbon Ties – they look so fancy, but are actually super easy to make. And it lacked some pictures. Press the bias tape flat. It works depending on how patient I am. Just want to say:  herein lies the concept of “Turn of the Cloth”. However, my old tutorial showing you about bias tape and cutting on the bias, is well, really old. Refold tape and encase armhole, allowing equal tape extensions at each end of the armhole so the dress can be tied at the shoulders. The Clean technique. It’s easy to apply. ( Log Out /  Room Divider Panels / Curtains – adds panache and a unique eye-catching touch. Any other tricks to get rid of the bunchy-end-bias-binding dilemma? Now why didn’t I think of it?? Binding with bias tape – fully turned inside. This finish is essentially the same as bias tape finish 1, except you enclose both seam allowance pieces together inside the bias tape. Attach the binding. When commenting, your name will display but your email will not. Just remember to check often as you’re sewing on your fringe to make sure it’s not getting caught up the seam. Online retailers will also have them grouped a number of different ways. Sew a straight line along the short end of the bias tape making sure to backstitch. You can, fold over if you want to. Then I unpinned some of the binding from the neck line so I could move it away from the body of the dress to sew my seam. Yes, that's me hugging my sewing machine, photographed by Brian Campbell Photography Soutache is a narrow, rounded braid with a center “ditch” for you to hide your attaching stitch in. The cotton on the left has a wonky slanted shape, but that’s ok for this sample (not doing haute couture). Enter your email address below to subscribe to the Sew4Home newsletter. Start sewing on the fold, right before the first pin, carefully removing the pins … It’s sometimes spelled ric rac or rickrack but shouldn’t be confused with “rip rap,” which are broken rocks used for embankments. I’ve tried sewing the end up like this before I sew the part leading up to it, as if it were a tiny foldover waistband. It’s also a easy (and pretty) option for tie closures for pillows, duvet covers and slipcovers; as well as drawstrings and tie-backs. Bias tape makers are so easy to use – check out our YouTube video and see for yourself. I put right sides together as I would for joining bias tape when making a continuous piece – I made sure the 2 marks I made for the seam overlapped to form a cross and then drew in my 45 degrees sewing line to join the 2 pieces together. The towel looked great until I ran it through the laundry–after which it looked like a failed tie-dyeing experiment. I tried both ways (including in my finished project) but prefer the raw edge in the knit. Then snip away a triangle on the other side of the folded bias tape (the open edges). And that’s before running the machine on the edges. Use caution when choosing materials for ties – I discussed this with the fabric guy at Joann, and he mentioned some grosgrain ribbons will not hold up to washing. Right before you sew it onto your project, carefully remove the tape from the ends. Bias tape is a long strip of fabric that has been cut “on the bias ” (at a 45˚ angle). (slaps her forehead). Read more about making and attaching bias tape in these articles: S4H’s Top Tips & Techniques: #1 Making & Attaching Bias Binding, Products We Love: Simplicity Bias Tape Maker. Optional: Trim dress as desired. This introduction has barely scratched the surface of what’s out there. Match up the print sides of the binding ends so the pieces are perpendicular. ( Log Out /  I can usually get a piece of fabric 54" long. Place the top back down and pin. To quickly cut binding strips on the bias, start with a fabric square or rectangle. I think Judy below details the same technique used by you! Keep the folded bias tape along the neckline so that the cut edges of the neckline and the bias tape are together. One of our favorite sources for this type of beautiful trim is Rennaisance Ribbons. Using bias tape: Again trim off the excess ends of the mask. Examples include neckline of a baby bib, or maybe shoulder ties on a dress. If you are sewing the trim into a seam, you can extend the taped end beyond your seam allowance, then once the trim is secure, trim the trim (hey… I like that, it’s a verb and a noun) flush with the seam allowance. Giant rick rack has recently become popular in fashion and decorating. Cut away excess bias tape. And, some vintage trims may not be color-fast. #Sewing Tip: Neatly Turned Bias Binding End. If you think Jacquard, Soutache and Gimp sound like the crew of a pirate ship, you’re not alone. The knit binding has a raw edge neatly in place without any fabric vomit. Place the first pin about 1″ away from the end of the bias strip. In fact, once you understand the stuff, you will LOVE it! Step 4: Fold and iron (with or without a Bias Tape Maker) To finish the end of the bias tape, you can fold the end in about half an inch and sew a line on top. I’m realizing that I must be pretty sensitive. How to sew bias tape Technique 1: 1) Open the hem tape and tuck the raw edge of the fabric until it is flush with the fold. Give it a try with these favorite Sew4Home tutorials: Hostess Apron with Dreamy Bow – uses giant rick rack on the bib. Country Lane Round Pom-Pom Placemats – tutorial by Bari J. COPYRIGHT © 2009-2021 Sew4Home LLC:  ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. It became hugely popular in the late 60s and early 70s and is now making a comeback. Trim the edges of the tape 1/4″ past the stitching. This cut gives the fabric more flex so it will curve around corners without as much bunching or kinking. In order for the bias binding to line up after sewing, offset the points by 1/4″ on either side. Change ), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Watch the video tutorial for bias tape DIY and elastic alternatives. You can attach it along the hem of an item, apply as a top trim or insert half way into a seam to create a scalloped edge. While still in the bias creating stage, turn the end of the strips to the wrong side about 1/2 inch (or less) and press. To Join the Ends of the Bias Binding Together: If your binding is going to form a continuous loop (necklines, hems, armholes) you will need to join the beginning and the end of the binding together where they meet up. Less bulk to worry about. Pin around the opening. I used contrasting thread so you can see them. Pin. With knit interlock you have the option of not folding over, since knit interlock does not ravel. And then topstitch the whole thing. Unfurl the binding and then line the binding pieces up. I once sewed some dark vintage ribbon along the edge of a white hand towel. Fold the bias tape inside and press. You apply it as you would ribbon. A super easy way to make bias ties for MASKS without bias tape maker. Snip away a little triangle at the fold being careful not to cut through it, but just short of the crease. Twill tape and bias tape are the fastest and easiest since they’re premade (double fold bias tape does need to be sewn shut, while both tapes need their ends finished). oh so easy… why did I not think of this rather than staring at it for half a day without any result. just fold right sides together sew across and down about an inch then trim and turn the ends. Its such an easy trick, but makes a difference. Turn the corner right side out to create a clean finish. Make and sew bias ties for masks in just one step without any ironing. It came straight off the roll and I didn’t pre-wash it. Hope you get to snuggle in and sew up a storm this winter. Fold the tape in half to find the center, open it up as shown above, and mark it with a pin. If you are sewing the trim into a seam, you can extend the taped end beyond your seam allowance, then once the trim is secure, trim the trim (hey… I like that, it’s a verb and a noun) flush with the seam allowance. Home > Uncategorized > A Terrific Trims Tutorial. Check out the selection at our Shopping Directory fave online store: The Ribbon Retreat + Fabric. Charmeuse Satin Pillowcases with Velvet & Lace Trim – did you know that charmuese satin, with it’s super smooth finish, is beneficial for your skin and your hair. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Hope you had a nice Thanksgiving, judy. Many, many thanks for the process (thanks to Susan Khalje, too)! Finish sewing the binding down to the fabric over the joining seam. Unique sizes of rick rack, jumbo and teeny tiny, are often also found in the by-the-yard section. So I’m not commenting in your post. Be the first to see new projects and patterns, helpful techniques, and new resources to enhance your sewing experience. With knit interlock you have the option of not folding over, since knit interlock does not ravel. In a pre-packaged tape, there will be one side that is just short of the other side. Open tape and turn under 1,4" on each end to finish the ends of the tape. So it helps to know what you’re looking for. This is a bias strip with just a single fold down the center.Binding with this tape will give you a top stitching line 1/2 inch from the edge. Start pinning the bias tape to the neckline. Hair tie, hair band, or recycle elastics from old clothing. (Some people like to put the tape on before they cut.) Try our Summer Fun: Dog Collar & Leash using jacquard ribbon trim. Quick Patchwork Trim Tea Towels – uses inexpensive purchased plain towels, scraps and giant rick rack to create adorable expensive-looking towels. Cut off ends of fabric where pointed. A high end finishes for bias tape. You’ll have a much better outcome because the fabric inside the short end of the bias tube has room to inhabit the space. Congratulations! Stitch bias … Less bulk to worry about. While still in the bias creating stage, turn the end of the strips to the wrong side about 1/2 inch (or less) and press. It comes in all kinds of colors, sheens, weaves and widths. No wonder simple ribbon turns up again and again on high end designer items. It’s a favorite choice for quilts and blankets, but I also like to use it as a decorative accent on pillows, curtains and table linens. 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