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Susie Q
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Susan
So. California
USA
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Posted - Sep 03 2005 :  4:24:55 PM  Show Profile
I've never made bias tape before. I need to make 1/4" DOUBLE FOLD bias tape. What size of tape maker do I need to get? Do the tape makers make single fold or double fold? Can you recommend a brand?

I normaly just buy 1/2" single fold and iron it down the middle as some of the 1/4" double folds are off center.

I'd appreciate any help. Thanks.

AnnieT
True Blue Farmgirl

287 Posts

Annie

287 Posts

Posted - Sep 03 2005 :  10:10:55 PM  Show Profile
I am trying to look into this, but my preliminary research tells me you need a 1/2" bias tape maker, unless you can find one that specifically says 1/4" double fold. As for brands, I have no idea, but I know Clover makes them, and they generally make good quality tools.
Annie
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quiltedess
True Blue Farmgirl

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Nancy
Priest River ID
USA
296 Posts

Posted - Sep 04 2005 :  08:25:12 AM  Show Profile
Use a 1/2" Bias Tape maker. They make single fold bias tape. Clover makes a really nice bias tape maker that I've used. You can order one from www.joann.com and they have a 40% off code you can enter to get a discount through 9/7/05.
I LOVE making my own bias tape. The color and style of fabric available is nearly unlimited!
Nancy

Edited by - quiltedess on Sep 04 2005 08:26:31 AM
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Susie Q
True Blue Farmgirl

122 Posts

Susan
So. California
USA
122 Posts

Posted - Sep 04 2005 :  9:51:58 PM  Show Profile
Thanks for the info. I appreciate it.
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therusticcottage
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Kay
Vancouver WA
USA
4439 Posts

Posted - Sep 05 2005 :  07:45:03 AM  Show Profile
Hi Susan -- I just went to Joann.com, they several Clover bias tape makers (1/4" to 2"), and they're on sale. I ordered a 1/2" and it was $5.99. Can't wait to get it to make bias tape for aprons.

"If you are lucky enough to have a garden, you are lucky enough!"
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Susie Q
True Blue Farmgirl

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Susan
So. California
USA
122 Posts

Posted - Sep 05 2005 :  09:26:40 AM  Show Profile
Thanks Kay.
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