Synnove

I have a quilt top that is in need of some stems in order to finish the hand applique on it. I have hunted all over for my bias bars in vain, and finally just ordered another set today. Do you use bias bars when preparing stems for applique, or do you just cut the bias strips and needle turn them?

Tartan

If it is under 1/8 thick, I usually stem stitch an embroidery line in. If it is 1/4 inch stem, I cut about an inch bias strip. I fold it in half with the right side out, I stitch through the piece with the 1/4 inch fold on the left of the hand stitching line. Once I have it stitched down, I trim the raw edges off until about 1/8 from the stitching line. I then fold the 1/4 inch fold over the stitching line and hand stitch the fold down.

sandy l

I had a set at one time, but don't ever remember using them, haven't seen them for a while so don't know what happened to them

Peckish

I love Yoko Saito's method. Simple, easy, fast. No more bias bars, no fussing with turning inside out, etc.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=faJ2K4Ynsiw

Quiltwoman44

Oh I love her work. i have two of her books. thanks.

Bobbielinks

I have two sets, but have only tried to use each set one time. They are just too hard to use. I now cut my bias fabric, fold right sides out and stitch along the raw edge. Then roll the stitched edge to the center, press and it is ready to use.

SusieQOH

I haven't done applique in awhile but way back I used Pat Andreatta's bias bars and they work wonderfully. I'm going way back! It was maybe early 90's. I still have them.

Dolphyngyrl

Never used mine, have used bias tape makers though