Bias Binding is an extremely popular and useful item to have in for any form of craft work, a wide range of Bias Binding tape colour and styles can be found in the Haberdashery department at Calico Laine. Within this blog we aim to provide readers with an introduction to Bias Binding, what Bias is made from, its uses and purposes.
What is Bias Binding
Bias Binding tape is designed to bind over the edge of a seam to create a neat decorative finish, which encases the edge of a seam. Bias is a popular haberdashery item, as it removes any raw edges on items of clothing or upholstery. Bound edges look fantastic on the arms of sleeveless cardigans or jackets, they provide clear and crisp finish. The same can be said for cushions and items of upholstery. Bias Binding has been described by many dress makers as an essential item to have available, as Bias Binding creates the perfect finish every time.
What Is Bias Binding Made From
Calico Laine stock a wide range of Bias Binding tape of all colours and styles, our bias is made from 100% cotton bias through to satin bias binding. All our bias is of varying width and length to suit all requirements. Feel free to browse the range of 20mm Rainbow Bias Binding, 20mm Satin Bias Binding, Polycotton Bias and much more only at Calico Laine.
How Bias Binding Works
Here at Calico Laine we stock Prym Bias Binding Makers, Bias Binding Makers aid process of binding a seam they are a lifesaving tool which makes Bias Binding much easier. To create a bias binding follow the rough guide below:
1. Work out the fold required
2. For most dress making 12.5mm is perfect for the fold
3. Double the fold and add 12mm for seam allowances on the longer edges
4. Open out one long edge of the Bias Binding and pin to the garment edge, stitching in place.
Summary
To summarise Bias Binding is a tape that is cut on the diagonal and gives tape movement; Bias Binding is beneficial when sewing awkward shapes that need binding or neatening. Speaking to our valued dressmaker customers it is clear that Bias Binding is an essential item required within dressmaking. Bias Binding tapes create the perfect finish to any outfit. Bias Binding is also available in satin, polycotton and cotton.
To learn more about how Bias Binding Tape works feel free to contact the friendly Calico Laine team, we are happy to discuss Bias Binding with you further
