Simplicity Bias maker
#11
Originally Posted by Deborahlees
Almost always cut straight on grain (across)...only time I do bias is if binding is going on a curve. I use the binding tips on my ironing board, much more cost effective....however next binding I am not even use them but fold in half and then fold in half. Theory is, where the wear is, on the edge will be double fold, as compared to single layer only if rare edges are folded to center and then folded again.....Took some thinging to kinda work it thru in your head....but does work....am also going to get a pair of thermal thimbles to protect my fingers.....
so there is less draging it down.
There was an earlier tip on the QB about not ironing the fabric in half before sewing it on the quilt. Just fold the binding as you sew it onto the quilt. And then as you bring the binding to the back to stitch it down there is a nice curve around the edge of the quilt and you don't have to fight with the ironed pleat going crooked on you as you sew it to the back. I tried this and really liked it. I will hunt for the post and reference for it everyone.
EDIT: I tried searching for it and found lots of people who don't iron their binding. Do a search on binding and you will get lots of great stuff! I think simple is best!
peace
#12
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Temple, TX (Transplanted from New York 2010)
Posts: 677
My husband bought me one for Christmas last year. I used it to make the binding for a "Wallet Purse" pattern. It saved me soooo much time. I LOVE IT!!! I would recommend it to every1 & any1. I really would LOVE the deluxe model, but no funds to buy it. ;-( ;-( I have been a really good girl, maybe Santa will bring me one??? :lol: :lol:
debra
debra
#13
Originally Posted by Deborahlees
Originally Posted by LyndaOH
I have it and love it! I almost never cut on the bias and it has no problem with straight of grain. It's a real time saver.
#14
Originally Posted by susanlh
Does anyone use the simplicity bias maker and do you like it? I am considering getting one and would like opinions. Do you always have to cut your strips on the bias or will it work for straight of grain? I think cutting on bias wastes fabric unless you are binding curves. Please let me know what you think. Thanks in advance.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CeTt9...eature=related
Indygo Junction also has the written instructions for this method.
#20
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Join Date: May 2009
Location: Central PA
Posts: 5,573
Just make sure that you can use the coupon on that item. I tried to buy a case to hold spools that go with one of the Simplicity items and was told that the coupons could not be used for that as it was considered sewing machine department merchandise. Hopefully, the coupon will work for you.
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