Does anybody use the bias tape makers?
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I bought the bias tape maker....have had a few weeks and haven't used it....i was also wondering about the cutter...I keep looking at it wondering if it is worth it? Would it actually save me time? is it faster than a shape cut?
IDK?
IDK?
#13
I bought the Simplicity bais tape maker. I love it. I make bias tape quite often and have most of the sizes. After I bought the Simplicity, some one posted a site to buy the different size tips. Today in Joann's I found that they have them in almost any size you can think of. You still have to fold the tape in half.
#17
I have clover, too. I have not had a problem with it except you need to use the tape fairly quickly or it will lose it's folds. Unless you put the iron on tape on the bottom. Great for stained glass quilts! I like the idea of folding it in half...hmm... make it twice the size you need then fold and use. Gotta try that. Thanks!
bev. :]
bev. :]
#19
I have been cutting my binding first, and then on to my quilt pieces. So I iron it in half and then wrap it around a cardboard toilet paper center so that it holds it's crease until I am ready for it. You could do the same with any of the bias tape you make...just put a pin in the end to hold it on the roll until you are ready for it.
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I sell several of each of these machines each week. I love my bias tape maker machine by simplicity. I make lots of things with straps so it comes in handy.
The rotary cutting machine by simplicity is great if you cut a lot of strips. It is perfect for making rugs, making jelly rolls and locker hooking. There is a tip sheet I send out with it. It cuts with a pressure cut and not a razor cut. You adjust the pressure with a screwdriver.
I have posted photos of me using both on my blog. Stop by and check them out. www.IHaveANotion.blogspot.com
Hopefully you'll be able to make a decision if either of these tools are right for you.
My website is www.IHaveA-Notion.com stop by anytime.
Smiles,
Kelly
The rotary cutting machine by simplicity is great if you cut a lot of strips. It is perfect for making rugs, making jelly rolls and locker hooking. There is a tip sheet I send out with it. It cuts with a pressure cut and not a razor cut. You adjust the pressure with a screwdriver.
I have posted photos of me using both on my blog. Stop by and check them out. www.IHaveANotion.blogspot.com
Hopefully you'll be able to make a decision if either of these tools are right for you.
My website is www.IHaveA-Notion.com stop by anytime.
Smiles,
Kelly
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