You can get yards of bias tape out of a fat quarter with this method, and you only need to sew two seams! You’ll also need a ruler, fabric marker, scissors and an iron. It’s especially satisfying once you learn the continuous method to cut the fabric into bias strips. Make Your Ownīias tape is sold in packages at the fabric store, but lately I have really enjoyed making my own. With single fold tape you need a seam allowance equal to half the width of the tape. A main difference between the two is that in order to use the double fold type, you want to make sure there is no seam allowance, as the tape will finish right to the raw edge of the main fabric. You can see examples of each below.Įssentially, double fold bias tape starts out as single fold tape, and then you fold it in half and press again to get the double fold. Single fold bias tape has the edges folded once, double fold has the edges folded twice. Since there are examples of both single and double fold bias tape above, let’s talk about the differences between the two. This method results in less bulk than turning the seam allowance of the denim to the wrong side.Īnd the neckline of the Hathaway Tank above is finished with bias tape for a thin width and clean finish that doesn’t require a facing. The insides of my Tillery Skirt pictured above also feature double fold bias tape to finish the waistband.
And yes, you can use woven fabric bias tape to finish a knit garment. The tank top pictured above features a neckline and armholes finished with double fold bias tape. Below are some examples of how I’ve used bias tape. It can be used to finish seams, hems and raw edges or add a decorative touch to a garment, or both. It can also be a nice decorative touch of contrast. This means it’s good for finishing curved edges like necklines. The bias grain also allows the tape to be pressed into curved shapes. Because it is cut on the bias, it can stretch a little, even though it’s typically made of woven fabric. Then it has the raw edges folded and pre-pressed to the wrong side.
Bias tape is fabric that is cut on the bias grain. So, what is bias tape? Let’s go back to thinking about grainlines. And of course you can’t get that kind of fabric when you buy pre-packaged tape, so I’ve also learned to make my own, which I will show you today.
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