Piping question
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Originally Posted by azwendyg
I've done it both ways. Either way will work. I have noticed that the straight grain piping seems to wrinkle a little more after washing if you cording shrinks though.
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A bias cut fabric will stretch a bit and can give you a smoother piping. I try ( notice I did say try) to use only bias as it is a bit better result. Sometimes I just do not have the fabric to do a bias cut for piping.
There is a method that does not use cording for a false piping. You just fold the fabric in half and sew in so only 1/4 inch or so is showing. This method you do not need bias . I often do this as it give a vary similiar effect with out the step of the cord ( I never seem to have the right amount when I need it).
There is a method that does not use cording for a false piping. You just fold the fabric in half and sew in so only 1/4 inch or so is showing. This method you do not need bias . I often do this as it give a vary similiar effect with out the step of the cord ( I never seem to have the right amount when I need it).
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