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Originally Posted by 117becca
If my quilts are square/rectangular, I don't bother cutting bias tape - I just cut it on the straight grain and fold it in half before sewing it to the edge and folding over. I'll cut bias tape only if my edges are curvy.
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I totally agree. I use the straight on the grain cut, a 2 1/2" wide piece and fold it. That will last forever. I only use the bias one, if I am making a round table topper, etc.
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I have never tried making bias tape with the tube method. I just use the fold and cut method I learned from the same elderly neighbor who started my GMG quilt. I use way too much bias binding to spend time making lines and tubes. Fold, fold, fold, fold, fold, cut, cut, cut, cut, done!
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Sometimes I need bias tape (or seam binding) that has both edges finished. I press both edges into the center and then fold in half and press again. I use this to finish pocket edges on purses made with double sided quilted fabric and also for straps and around the arm holes on pillowcase dresses.
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I have the new bias tape maker and I love it. I use it with the 1/4 inch attachment for my applique vines more than for binding though.
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Originally Posted by 117becca
If my quilts are square/rectangular, I don't bother cutting bias tape - I just cut it on the straight grain and fold it in half before sewing it to the edge and folding over. I'll cut bias tape only if my edges are curvy.
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