Technique Tuesday: Conquer Bias Binding with This Fast & Easy Hack
Welcome back to Technique Tuesday! This week, we're tackling a sewing essential: bias binding. While it can sometimes feel tedious, this clever hack for creating continuous bias binding, shared by SewCanShe, will revolutionize your projects. As someone who uses bias binding frequently in my fabric art, especially for finishing edges on wall hangings and adding a pop of color to fabric creations, I'm thrilled to share this time-saving technique.
Why Bias Binding?
Bias binding is essential for finishing raw edges, especially on curved or shaped projects. It adds a clean, polished look and can also be used to create decorative accents. In my fabric art, I use bias binding to frame my pieces, add contrasting borders, and create interesting design elements.
Tutorial Video
This video demonstrates a brilliant method for creating continuous bias binding from a single piece of fabric. No more piecing together short strips! This technique is not only faster but also results in a smoother, more professional finish.
What You'll Learn (from the video):
- How to cut a continuous strip of bias binding from a single piece of fabric.
- The math involved in determining the correct fabric dimensions.
- How to fold and press the bias binding for easy application.
My Fabric Art Applications and Tips:
- This technique was a game changer when I decided to sew personalized pillows for my nieces, great-nieces and great-nephews. I used the bias tape I created for the piping on the pillows.
- Be careful when you are cutting and pay attention to how you match the pieces to ensure you have a continuous bias. The first time I did it, it came out perfectly, but the second time I had to unstitch everything and redo it!
- Continuous bias binding allows me to smoothly finish even the most complex edges without having to worry about joining multiple strips.
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| Technique Pillow made from old sheets |
Share Your Binding Success!
I'd love to see your finished projects using this bias binding hack! Share your photos on social media with the hashtags #TanyaOwensDesigns and #BiasBindingHack. Please leave your comments below on what you plan on making.
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