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| MsCwick |
Posted - Aug 16 2007 : 6:04:52 PM
Do you make your own or buy it? Which is easier? If you make it do you have to press it? I know about cutting the 45 degree but I'm not sure how thick to make it. If I make it a half inch, then I fold the edges in and press them, then fold it in half? and press the crease that will be exposed? Is that how that works?
Thanks
Cristine |
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| Tammy Claxton |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 5:46:41 PM
That looks great! I have never tried making my own, but now I want to! First, I need a project...hmmmmm. Great job Autumn!
What doesn't kill you only makes you stronger! |
| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Aug 21 2007 : 2:35:32 PM
I was afraid someone would ask me about the fabric!
The prints are so adorable BUT , beneath every print is a cigarette advertisement.
My age is showing here- but I purchased it from Hancocks one day when I didn't have my glasses on. It was supposed to be the backing for my grandson's quilt!
Somehow I didn't think that would be a very good idea- so in the stash it went!!!
It is a Robert Kaufman print-several years old.
That's my story and I'm stickin to it!!
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| Lizabeth |
Posted - Aug 21 2007 : 2:02:18 PM
Autumn, wherever did you find that fabric? it is great!
Good job with the bias tape, it looks lovely :)
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| Kathie |
Posted - Aug 21 2007 : 11:46:38 AM
Cristine that's it EXACTLY!! The wide side DOES go on the back!! Sor But you've got it exactly right!! That way you'll ALWAYS catch the back piece!! GOOD for You Sweet Pea!!
In a World Where you Can Be Anything, Be Yourself.. |
| MsCwick |
Posted - Aug 21 2007 : 11:30:10 AM
I think the bias tape I got has a front and back side. The front side is just a little thinner than the back side, so that way you can get close to the edge on the front and it will definitely catch on the back. It's a very small difference, but it helped. This bias tape was made by Wright's. Also when I started out, I was using a very very small stitch. I'm using one just a bit longer, and trying to go really slow so I can do a straight line. |
| Bee Haven Maven |
Posted - Aug 21 2007 : 07:13:42 AM
Christine, Autumn....great jobs....see? the first step is the hardest, now you will be bias taping everything that isn't nailed down!!!
Keep Smiling.....Bev
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| a rose |
Posted - Aug 21 2007 : 06:59:01 AM
I use double faced quilting tape to hold the bias tape in place. It works really well and makes a nice clean stitch.
Remember me as a rose. |
| BotanicalBath |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 7:07:46 PM
Sheila, There are 3 Hobby lobby's in columbus. The one on W Broad Street and Georgiasville road has the best clearance fabric section. The others at typically pretty picked over and dont have much... but the west side location has the good stuff. Then Joanns is just around the corner.
E-
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| SheilaC |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 6:04:50 PM
Elizabeth, I peeked on your website and saw that you're from Columbus. Where's there a Hobby Lobby there? (we're new to the area). I know there's one in Dayton, but we go to Columbus more. Thanks! |
| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 2:51:21 PM
GIRL!@! You are most definitly a good cheerleader.
I have this hang up about precision- I dont like it!!!
I'm just too impatient! I like the Paul Bunyan look!!!
You are too funny!
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| Kathie |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 2:31:47 PM
AUTUMN!!!!
That Look's SOOooooooo perfect girl!!
Holy Smokes! Your Stitches are so pretty too!
REALLY nice & neat!!
See!! i Knew you could do it!
Your going to doing EVERYTHING in Bias Tape Now!!!
ok..
I have a HUGE confession to make to you now That you've perfected yours!
& you don't know this about me ONLY because your so new here yourself!
I Am the BIGGEST Clutz in the world!!
I have absolutely NO Patience! ( that was probably the wrong spelling..)
AND MINE Will ALMOST ALWAYS TURN OUT SOOooooo Horribly!!
I have labeled nearly EVERYTHING I do.. as Something Paul Bunyan-ish!
EVERYTHING I do..
Turns out looking as if Paul Buyan's Mother made It!!
Way Over board! & huge! & JUST Absolute Awful Stiches!!!
& they are just EVERYWHERE! I Back Stich like twenty times EVERYTHING I DO!!
BUT!!
I'm a great Cheerleader! Ain't I !!!!
Love ya Toots!!!
In a World Where you Can Be Anything, Be Yourself.. |
| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 2:14:19 PM
Kathie!!!
I did it! I've overcome my fear of bias tape!!!!
I found my problems,too.
#1.In too big a hurry
#2 Too lazy to press first-related to problem #1
#3. I was sewing too quickly also
The narrow foot also added to even stitches and smoothe lines.
Tnx for all the encouragemnent!!
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| BotanicalBath |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 11:47:43 AM
All dritz notions were 50% off.... SO i got one of each. I still have not used them yet.... but one day I will. I have this red polka dot fabric that I think would make very cute Bias tape. I only wish that they had one for the 1/8" size. I think that size bends and lays the smoothest.
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| nashbabe |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 11:13:54 AM
I'll have to check my hobby lobby! thx for the tip...
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| BotanicalBath |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 10:42:14 AM
Great job on the Stitching!
BTW I got a bias tape maker. They were on sale for $1.50 each at hobby lobby. I havent tried them yet. One day when I feel like it is cool enough to iron.
E-
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| cinnamongirl |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 10:23:43 AM
Isn't it fun to teach yourself new things! Great job! |
| nitere |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 07:11:04 AM
i use the 1 inch for aprons. the table is 1 inch and so when you fold it over the edge, it comes out to 1/2 inch and i like the way that looks.
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| ktknits |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 06:49:00 AM
So, what size did you end up with? I saw those bias tape makers in 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 1, and 2 inch sizes. They were about $6 each--what size would be the best to get for apron bias tape?
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| Mumof3 |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 06:33:19 AM
Cute, Cristine. I love the sunny yellow with that fabric. I see many many yards of bias tape in your future! ;)
Karin
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| DeepsouthMamma |
Posted - Aug 20 2007 : 06:01:41 AM
Kathie
I really am going to try it today- something small like a pocket, huh?
Been feelin kinda down for a few days- maybe a little sewing will get me back up!
Stay on me till I do IT!!!
Autumn
Isaiah 40:31
But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. |
| Kathie |
Posted - Aug 18 2007 : 3:53:04 PM
Look At you little girl!!
ok Autumn.. your Next Sister!!
In a World Where you Can Be Anything, Be Yourself.. |
| therusticcottage |
Posted - Aug 18 2007 : 09:04:57 AM
I saw a 1 inch bias tape make at Joanns in the quilting section. I'm going to get it. I got the 1/2" and it is really small.
When I make mine I start the fabric through the maker then pin the end the ironing board. Then I pull the make down the length of fabric and iron as I go. Hope this helps.
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| katmom |
Posted - Aug 18 2007 : 08:48:03 AM
Sheila, Thanx for the tip about the Bias Tape Tool.
Jess, I agree, it depends on the project as to whether I use storebought or make my own.
I some times like to use a fabric w/tiny prints or veigated colors when making Bias tape just for the fun/& intrest to the project.
But I must admit, making Bias tape is BOREING!
Christine, Cute pocket! Love the fun fabric. How fun it would be to take that pocket & edge it w/Bias tape made from a very tiny gingham fabric.
Is that vintage fabric? Luv the retro look & color.
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
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| Annie S |
Posted - Aug 18 2007 : 08:42:37 AM
Christine, great job. New you could do it. Just takes practice. I know I still have trouble using the small sized bias tape and so use the wide on my aprons. It get frustrating when you're making baby items using that small tape and then find out the stitching didn't do through on the back. But on my aprons I use the wide.
Ladies, tell me more about that bias tape maker you all were talking about. How does it work and where can I find one.
Peace and love,
Annie |
| frannie |
Posted - Aug 18 2007 : 08:33:17 AM
cristine,
looks really good. 1/4" is really small, and i always find the small bias is the hardest to do. there is a spray adhesive i bought from hancocks, several years ago that i think would be useful for this. it isnt permanent, it just holds things in place while you sew, kinda replaces pining.
love
fran
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