5 Ways to Make Bias Tape With and Without a Bias Tape Maker

[@kellygray4613]

LITERALLY the most helpful bias tape tutorial for the beginning seamstress I’ve come across - thank you!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much. I appreciate it.

[@sissyadpi]

O.M.G! I am new to sewing and have been learning tips and tricks for the past couple of months. The tip on using the straight pin is miraculous! I have spent so much of my time making bias tape just by ironing like you did in the first method. Using a pin is a time AND life saver! xoxo

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@bperez9066]

I know this video is old but some of this comments are so rude. I’m sorry some people lack common courtesy. These tips were excellent and I’m sure you helped a lot of people , myself included! Thank you!

[@nfh688jfnie]

I scrolled through every comment and have absolutely no clue what you are talking about. The only person rude on here seems to be you.

[@elizabetha8373]

Thank you!!! I was burning myself constantly making ties for masks. Using your pin technique I can make those 4 times faster and without getting burned. You made my day!!!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Great. Thanks for watching!

[@maryriley6163]

I can see that using cardstock works better than these metal and plastic bias tape makers I've been struggling with. Thanks for the tutorial!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@hannahcampbell3567]

Thank you for this guide, Claudia! I attempted to make bias tape for the first time after watching your video and the pin trick made it so easy.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Awesome! I'm so glad it helped. Thanks for letting me know.

[@lakishabuchanan2328]

The cardstock method is my favorite method you taught. I am now super excited about making my bias tape. I have 14 feet to make. I learned a lot. Thank you for the lessons. I ordered the bias tape makers a few months ago but I was disappointed in how small they really are.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Wonderful! I'm so glad you like the video. Thanks for watching!

[@camille.c]

*timestamps :)* 3:25 - #1 IRON ONLY 6:00 - #2 BIAS TAPE MAKER 7:00 - _pin trick for using a bias tape maker_ 8:02 - #3 WITH PINS 12:47 - #4 CARDSTOCK 17:02 - #5 HAIRCLIP *note! she's making double fold bias tape here

[@MaryPoggemann]

Great ideas! I really like the pin in the ironing board idea. It seemed to work even faster than the bias tape maker! I feel like I've made miles of bias tape over the last few weeks.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks. I'm with you on this one, I've made a lot of bias tape. It gets old pretty fast.

[@bperez9066]

Thanks for sharing! The pin trick was so simple yet GENIUS! I’ll definitely try that one soon. You also explained the need for actually cutting on the bias line for the best stretch!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks so much for watching. I appreciate it and your kind comments!

[@cherylduvall4714]

Learn something new everyday. I never saw the straight pin method before. Thank you.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Great. Thanks for watching

[@painiacs83]

Great ideas

[@conniebeane6164]

Maybe marking on the right side of the fabric would be easier to see where to fold the fabric in.

[@jospi1844]

Loved your 5 methods! Now I feel like I can made my own bias tape. Thank you so much for taking the time to show us.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching.

[@georgeryan4174]

@@CreatewithClaudia OO00

[@knittysong]

A tip for not burning your fingers: use those silicone finger cots you can order on Amazon, or wear disposable gloves when touching the hot bias tape. love that you show multiple methods to make the bias tape, so we can make an unbiased choice!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for the info and thanks for watching.

[@lauraafrouzian2959]

Wow. . I never knew there were other ways to do Bias tape ! Thank you so much I will share it with my sewing buddies at church. . . I'm so excited that I found your video. . Thank you so much. . God Bless you always! Greetings from Bakersfield California. . .!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful. thanks for watching.

[@SuperCain9]

Very informative! I would never have thought of the last 3 methods. Thank you...

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@kentlets525]

incredible! I bought a bias tape maker when I started sewing 5 years ago and didn’t understand how it worked, hell I didn’t even know bias tape was on THE bias of fabric that’s how clueless I used to be haha but I’m finally starting to get interested in it now that I’m becoming a fashion designer I thought... it is time! and this little bias tape maker looks like pure magic when rightfully used! I’m amazed. I’ve been making straps using the first method for years and I didn’t know I could have saved me some trouble with my bias tape makers for.. a very long time lmao. But I also am very impressed with the pin technique! even though I don’t have an ironing board (yep I’m pressing my fabrics on my wooden sewing table lmao I know it’s bad but ironing tables are so expensive

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching!

[@bythebayou5351]

There are ways to make a small ironing board using a wooden tray table (get one from a thrift store for a couple of bucks), cotton batting, muslin, & a cover for just a few dollars. Search online for the project. Good luck.

[@lizab8400]

I am a beginner at making bags and realized I needed binding and I bought the wrong size in the store. Your video was easy to understand and I was able to save myself another trip to the store!! Thanks ♥️

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Oh this makes me so happy to hear. I’m glad you found the video. Thanks for stopping by!

[@helendavalos2472]

I enjoyed your new methods!! I only knew about the first one without a bias tape maker, but it does take quite some time to make. Thanks for the video and demo, great ideas/techniques.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@rowdeo8968]

Thank you for the five bias tape methods. I found the cutting of the bias tape to be more relaxing than the complexity of many cut on the bias fat quarter demos. I do not have the staying power to get into complicated one strip bias tapes!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching!

[@karenfoxworth]

Informative video. I started doing my tape with the first method but switched to my serger to do more. Thank you.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thank you. I like the serger idea too.

[@annwilliams6575]

Really fantastic ideas. I do have a bias tool, however, you can make different sizes with all your other ideas. Stay safe x

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching.

[@pilardelacruz1250]

The best of the best! . You are the Queen of the bias maker! Thanks for share and of course I subscribed too! I have the bias maker but it is very good to know more methods. Thanks again!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@trish87563]

Thank you, this is awesome. I need only a few feet of bias tape for a small project and wanted to know how to make the tape without a bias tape maker, so this is super helpful!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for letting me know and for watching,

[@FloridaDumpling]

This is the easiest way I’ve ever seen other videos have all kinds of complicated folding and geometric equations built into the directions, which I can’t understand because I’m inummerate!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks so much for your kind comments. I really appreciate them. 🤗

[@AG-ix5po]

i’m new to sewing so thank you so much for all these helpful tips

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching!

[@chickad5820]

I didn't know all those tricks, what a huge blessing. Thanks for sharing

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@khowler]

I just got the blue bias tape maker in the mail last week and it came with a foot and a bunch of things and no instructions. Thanks so much for this video. I had been doing the #1 method this whole time to make masks. This will help a lot. Thanks!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching.

[@homyrahabibi6192]

Thank you for all tricks you sharing with us . You're the best .

[@CreatewithClaudia]

So nice of you. Thanks for watching!

[@izabethdutton]

You saved me!! My pattern had terrible instructions for making bias tape and I spent hours frustrated. Thank you!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Oh I’m so glad to hear that! Glad it was helpful and thanks so much for watching!

[@lindarussell721]

Thank you so much, I just came across a project that is requiring bias tape and you made this look extremely easy!!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! I appreciate your comment and watching the video.

[@bonnieboulton-fisher4468]

Thank you. I've been making face masks and it takes forever to iron the strips. Can't wait to try one or two of these methods. I also ordered a bias tape maker since I quilt but I'm sure that will take weeks to get here. I look forward to checking out your other videos.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@ChroniclerofXol]

Thanks for the piece of cardboard trick, it works great! P.S. when I'm ironing, I use one of those bamboo back scratcher tools to save my fingertips from burning.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching and I love the tip about the bamboo back scratcher.

[@lakishabuchanan2328]

I have a bamboo stick laying around my house. I will definitely use it. Thank you for the awesome tip.

[@nadinewoods6971]

When using the pin method, I actually use three pins and place them about 4 to 5 inches apart. Getting the fabric set up initially takes a little longer, but it presses a lot quicker because you can press longer lengths with each pull. You can certainly use as many pins as you want depending on the length of your pressing surface but I find I like three. The advantage to the pin method is that you can make any width bias tape you want!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

I like the idea of using 3 pins. Thanks for the tip.

[@SimplyAnnieB]

Love the video and all the ways you made bias tape. I love the quick and easy method. Just order a bias maker from Amazon.😎

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@Shasgirl]

I really like the hair clip method. Thanks so much for these

[@CreatewithClaudia]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching.

[@TreebeardsHome]

Great ideas. Thank you. I’ve seen a few, but so glad to have more options. Have a great day.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching!

[@jombalaya]

So useful it makes it 1000 time easier, thank you!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad to hear that! Thanks for watching!

[@GaletayaNightshade]

I just ordered some bias tape makers because I couldn't stand expensive store-bought bias tape. I use a lot of it making waterproof items that need safe edges, things like aprons and dish gloves for work. I love the tutorial, but I think the bias tape maker is my best solution because I move states a lot between school, home, and summer work. My workable project area changes quite a bit. The most common things I carry between residences often fit in a tackle box, plus an iron and a foldable ironing board.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

I do like my bias tape maker. Thanks for watching.

[@barbiet.6605]

Thank you so much for your most informative tutorial. I had no idea there were so many ways to make homemade bias tape and honestly, it's a lot more affordable to make my own! I appreciate that you didn't rush through each method and didn't have the distracting background music. I'm looking forward to making my own bias tape that will match the masks I will attempt to make. It's okay that you reminded people to be careful not to get burned by the iron. I'm so glad I found you on KZbin! Many grateful regards, BT >^•.•^

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching!

[@christineeliseev]

method 3 is genius! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks so much! I appreciate it!

[@jeanettemahon9625]

Thank you so much! Love the pin method, will try that tomorrow, as I have lots of bias binding to make!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Good luck! Thanks for watching!

[@lori1740]

I thought, i might learn something different but didn't. Lol.. But on a bright note... You explained them very well for someone new. Thumbs up. They sell a iron thimble now. Its great!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching.

[@bperez9066]

Your comment was rude and unnecessary. 🙄 So what if you already knew. So many others didn’t. This video was helpful. Move along with your negativity.

[@emmacarpenter4055]

Thanks for making life and bias tape making easier.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@donnadelahanty9903]

very nice techniques. clear description. thank you for sharing!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching!

[@deltajohnson1525]

I am so buying a bias tape maker. I've never done this before, getting ready to cut my first pattern, and I am definitely going to measure each side of my bias tape with my sewers ruler gauge.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

I do like mine. It has come in very handy over the years. Thanks.

[@deltajohnson1525]

@@CreatewithClaudia I found a pair last night for $10.00 a Walmart.

[@Oiseauverte]

Thank you for your clear instructions, very helpful.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

[@moonbear5929]

Stretch. When you cut woven fabric on the true bias (diagonally), you get some stretch out of it. If you cut the same fabric horizontally or vertically you will not get stretch out of it. So, if you need your bias tape to go around curves, whether it's an outer or inner curve, using true bias tape that was cut diagonally on the fabric and thus has stretch, will bend and conform to curves. This makes for a nicer finish. You wont have rippling of the bias fabric making puckers and such. The other bias tape that was cut horizontally or vertically from the woven fabric is better used on straight edges on square/rectangular projects because it won't stretch s it won't have the ability to mold around curves without buckling or rippling. I liked some of these techniques if one doesn't have a bias tape maker tool.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching.

[@jacqulyndavis.7039]

Thank you Claudia, this is very helpful and useful

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@sewsweet4010]

Didnt know the last 2. Great video. I have a few sizes in the bias maker. So is the 2 inch strip best for masks

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching. Personally I like the 2" maker for the mask ties, but don't know if there is a best size.

[@aniou8126]

Hi there - I’m new to sewing and have 2 questions: 1. If I use a bias tape maker and don’t want that little gap, should I use a little wider fabric? (Ex - use 55mm instead of 50mm to ensure overlap?) 2. Do the fabric strips have to be cut on the bias? Or can they be straight strips? Thanks so much.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Hi - If you are talking about the gap on the back side, the problem with using wider fabric is it ay not fit thru the maker and it will get stuck. You can try it though. I like the little gap because that way there is not extra bulk at the fold. Strips don't have to be cut on the bias. It just depends on what you are using your fabric tape for. Thanks for watching.

[@aniou8126]

@@CreatewithClaudia thanks for the reply. I don’t plan on folding the bias tape which is why I didn’t want that gap. Guess I’ll have to experiment with it. ☺️

[@cherylsale188]

Thank you I really learned a lot watching you video.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

I'm so glad! Thanks.

[@taimoor722]

Claudia you are genius so i subscribe to become genius :)

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks.

[@giselledamota2791]

Great video. I use the bias binding tool, but I flip it (binding and tool) so the folded edge is against the ironing board and I hold it at about a 45° angle. As I pull it along the ironing board (gently pressing the tip down) I follow it with the iron. Mind you, this is with WOF and not on the bias. Keep up with the videos. I'm really enjoying them.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@moonbear5929]

WOF?

[@roxywood5278]

thank you !!! WAY helpful, never knew how to do this correctly!!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@kathleenmeaney4130]

Claudia ur amazing teacher what glue would I use to make the fabric a little easier to go through the bias maker x

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thank you Kathleen. I'm not sure if glue would help the fabric go through easier. I think it might clog up the maker.

[@elopez1221]

loved the tutorial! I'm making straps for my masks too.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

That's awesome! Thanks for watching.

[@susanfreeland33]

Great video!!! I'm trying to make my own satin binding...Any tips for working with satin????🥰

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks so much for watching. Unfortunately no, I don't have any tips for working with satin. I tried sewing with it once and it did not go well.

[@catofthecastle1681]

Everyone seems to have forgotten the reason bias tape is used on edges! Strength! Both the warp and weft edges entrap the edges so less chance of wearing out the edge! If you cut a strip on the straight, only the warp or weft threads protect the edge, making it much less strong and very fray able!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching and your explanation.

[@babyhuey4131]

Very usefulI I use my fingers but next time i will use the card board which will save time. I just found your show and I Iike it.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Welcome. I’m glad you’re here and I appreciate you watching!

[@suezeeq12]

Very creative tricks here - thank you!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad you like them! Thanks for watching!

[@allysallysarguetaargueta3102]

This video is legendary and so useful thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@sylviagould1624]

number 4 ..to much work..love ur teachings ty

[@CreatewithClaudia]

You are so welcome

[@neh214]

Very kind Claudia.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks.

[@darknessfierce4209]

Thank you for making this video, helped a lot

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!

[@elizawells1074]

Claudia, "So Cool!" "Really Great Tutorial, Thank You!" I like the 1st Way, Best. Haven't used Bias tape for Years & I Only Remember using it for on Curves with Sewing Projects. I Subscribed to Watch & Learn more from You. What are Other Projects Would You Use Bias Tape for?

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching

[@knatkie4627]

In Home Ec, we used a second pin, or slit in cardboard to fold in half to do it in one pass.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Interesting. Thanks for the tip.

[@tinaolander8783]

Thanks for this lovely tips, very glad att saw this!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! I appreciate you watching!

[@franmorrison1080]

#3 and #4 methods are great!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks!

[@sandramyer7081]

Thanks and I enjoyed your video! I want to see more🥰

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Yay! Thank you! I appreciate it.

[@barbarajohn1204]

Good tutorial. Nice music in between too...not over-powering. 🤗

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching

[@betford2]

Great tips!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad you like them!

[@patriciamckeown2815]

This was amazing!! Thanks so much!!!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thank you so much for watching. Do you have a favorite?

[@HouseKatArmy]

Just a note for you all using this to make ties for masks - DONT! Bias cut fabric stretches and warps - use selvage to selvage cut fabric for cloth ties - its stronger, won't stretch out during wear as much (which would require people to re-tie/adjust in the middle of wear). Just a handy tip for my mask making friends.

[@minaxijani1726]

Excellent, celebrating creative genius in you

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it

[@Grammarco]

Thank you for all your good advice.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

You are so welcome!

[@Lisaf825]

Very nice and practical methods. i wonder if the hair clip method would work better if you secure it with pins like the cardboard so it’s stationary and you just pull and slide the tape through, rather than trying to slide the clip? thx for the awesome tutorial! Then it may not be your “least favorite” method. 😃

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching.

[@caroncrotz9204]

awesome awesome wow great ideas you rock

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks

[@laverneguarnera9637]

Thank you ,this is so, so useful. God bless

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@BlossomVpiano]

Very very useful. Thanks a lot

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching.

[@zarabell398]

super helpful to this beginner!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@rudygeorgiamulesandcountry1594]

Fortunately my mother and grandmother were both seamstress. I learned how to make bias tape by the manual method as ayoung boy by observing them, otherwise; I may have been confused by your presentation, thinking that you somehow joined your diagonally cut strips after folding and ironing. It may have been useful to show the process of joining at least two diagonally cut strips together first. Another amazing facette of true bias tape beside the stretch factor is the interlocking effect of the diagonal seam after its completely folded , them sewn down; giving it additional strength over plain 90° butt ends. Thanks mom !

[@CreatewithClaudia]

I appreciate that you watched.

[@bperez9066]

I don’t think her presentation was confusing at all. Not sure what your mom and grandmother have to do with this video, but ok. Thanks mom if you say so. Also she clearly says how you’d normally make longer bias tape, but she’s using short strip for easier demonstration purposes. You sound very arrogant. Move along, don’t be a troll. Maybe your mom should have worked a bit harder on your manners and treatment of others, over your seamstress skills.

[@sobreira-martyndesign3317]

Thank you for the tutorial; but it would have been nice to see how you join all those little strips together; at the beginning of the video.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching and the suggestion.

[@silverfox7081]

I learned MUCH. THANK YOU.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

I'm so glad! Thanks for watching!

[@karenpresley7101]

Thank you. My daughter asked me to make mask for her and her co workers. Their job has been classified essential. She is a registered vet tech for LSU at the veterinary hospital in the ICU area. I'm hoping to get about 40 mask made for them. Including the veterinarians that come and go. Thank you. 😊

[@CreatewithClaudia]

I'm glad that this was helpful. Thanks for watching!

[@kathleenmeaney4130]

Thank you so much Claudia x

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching!

[@debrasfischer409]

Wow! I just knew there had to be a better way than the first method or owning the tool.! The tool is almost impossible to get right now.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!

[@IriezonaSunshine]

Plenty on eBay just make sure you find a US seller and check the feedback on seller to make sure they aren't actually out of country. I always check feedback before buying on eBay. Mine arrived in 3 days and only paid $5 free shipping. Stay safe

[@kathymallorybreach8131]

Thank you ! Great tutorial.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@patriciahorvath1137]

Great video & thank you for sharing!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching!

[@janislong279]

Great video. What is the pattern of the quilt hanging in the background? I love it.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching. That's a freeform denim quilt I made a few months ago for my article/video on how to quilt with denim (15 tips). There isn't a pattern for it yet. Glad you like it.

[@42guysiu]

What size bias tape maker did you use? I love your tutorial.i bought a bias tape maker set and there are 4 tape makers inside. I’ve always used 2” strips of fabric and made them by hand.. Any advise that you have would be appreciated.Thank You

[@CreatewithClaudia]

I use the 1" width (finished) tape make. It uses a 2" piece of fabric, but what size you use depends on what you are using the bias tape for. Thanks for watching!

[@nelly42442]

Thank You Claudia :)

[@CreatewithClaudia]

You are so welcome! thanks for watching

[@npaola06]

Great video. Thanks!!!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad you liked it! Thank you for watching.

[@susanfryer1616]

Very useful thankyou

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

[@denisejefferson7792]

Great ideas. Thanks.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad you like them!

[@ElianeDAguiar-b2n]

Thanks for sharing ❤

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching

[@JudithBrummett]

look up how to make fastest bias tape without tools or ironing they use a piece of paper folded and feed fabric through it as you are sewing it

[@doyoder2776]

Phoenix C

[@RIPvizzini]

The quick and dirty way I often do it is to sew a tube with right sides together , use a pin to turn it right side out, iron the seam, then unpick the thread and ta-da. I do this when i only want a half inch seam allowance on my tape.

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Great option. Thanks for that and for watching!

[@hotpool14]

Thanks great video!

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Glad you liked it! I appreciate you watching.

[@mtsegala5182]

Merci beaucoup ⭐️👍

[@CreatewithClaudia]

Thanks for watching

[@misunflowerstyle906]

At hair clip method, when your clip left the scene by exiting left…the tune in my head said, “Well be right back! We’ll be right back!”