Bias in Fashion Design and Sewing

What is bias and why is it Important in Fashion Design and sewing? Let me show you the difference cutting on the bias makes! This video is a quick explainer about the bias cut and bias trim.
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[@gaylekanak9269]

Even though I have sewn for years, I always learn from your videos. Your students are very lucky to have you as a teacher!

[@theAukerlife]

I need to go to bed, but just want to keep watching all of these videos!

[@lorrainedempsey3320]

Your explanation of bias was right on, and simplified. Thank you.

[@g.cosper8306]

thank you. i never heard such a wonderfully perfect explanation of what bias is and what it can do for your clothes

[@CatherineSews]

Thank you so much for the kind feedback!

[@olivemd]

Thank you. Seeing is understanding and believing.

[@marionmathews9852]

This was a wonderful visual experiment. I did know, or think I knew, about bias, but your demonstration has totally cemented the idea in my head. Thank you.

[@angelbear_og]

Even when you already know what bias is that is an incredible demonstration!

[@janawybo3647]

Thank you. I’ve been sewing for 50 years and was never taught that!!!!

[@louisefoster1449]

Hi Catherine, I’m so thrilled to have recently found your channel, you are so informative, a great teacher and I’ve learned a lot from you. Thanks so much, Louise, Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪

[@CatherineSews]

Thanks so much, Louise! I’m very happy to have you on board!

[@kimshannon6408]

Wow I thought bias was just trim. I am learning to sew and am really enjoying your tutorials. That was a treat learning how the bias has stretch, you are awesome.

[@322cheryl]

Now it's clear to me! Thank you for such a simple way to teach!😊

[@theresalowe1231]

Oh my goodness. I am a total novice at sewing...failed my ONLY sewing class in high school and bought a sewing machine only to try and sew some cute clothes for my girls when they were little. I couldn’t see why to waste cloth by laying the pattern out on the bias so because no one explained the “whys” my rebel soul went the thrifty way! And now I understand why my sewn cloth always seemed to not fit well. Thankyou so so much

[@cheryl3366]

Great job, I forget most people have never done a tour of a fabric factory. I lived 25 miles from Pendleton, OR and it was a popular place to take the 4H kids. Yes Pendleton woolen mills 😊

[@karebear3152]

this actually was very helpful. Thanks, Catherine!

[@gehanghobrial2449]

That is amazing. Could you please make a tutorial for cutting fabric on a bias, I find it confusing when I watched other tutorials.

[@CatherineSews]

Ok, will do! Stay tuned for this, hopefully in the next couple of weeks.

[@gehanghobrial2449]

Great ❤ Thank you so much, I appreciate it.

[@itcouldbeanyone]

I cut the sleeves for one of my tops on the bias and they are just so flowy without any extra fabric, was something I did after watching your previous videos and I love the effect it has.

[@BritInvLvr]

I have my grandmother’s bias cut gown made of satin. Just gorgeous.

[@CatherineSews]

Oh wow, that’s a treasure!

[@sarahferrell5458]

Missed you since school started!!

[@CatherineSews]

Haha, you’re exactly right! It’s been a very busy September!!

[@gravedigger447]

That was not just useful, but also enjoyable, thank you. Can you show us when you next cut a piece of fabric on the bias, please? I suppose you lay the pattern pieces differently and have different leftovers... I'm always hesitant to make the first cut. It's so final 😂

[@elainelear4982]

Excellent topic. I frequently use fabric, for quilting, without thinking about the bias. Now I will pay more attention. The more you know, the better the work will be.

[@jeancollier2930]

Such a beautiful, clear explanation of bias. I love your videos!

[@user-bj5sp1vk1b]

Great demo & explanation. Thank you Catherine 😊

[@user-qi7bi6os2y]

Love your informative fun easy to understand videos. Catherine ..thank you ❤

[@macoeur1122]

Yay bias! We love it!

[@lindabrotherton1225]

Wow I thought Bias wàs just trim.❤ thanks for the great lesson

[@fondabadger9617]

This is a super way to teach bias, thank you Catherine. I'm always glad to see a new video from you.

[@carolmarlatt3834]

You are such a great teacher! Thank you. ❤

[@magsohara7908]

Thank you Catherine ❤

[@lizhart901]

Thank you! The camisole was a lovely example. I would wear more woven tops if they had that little bit of give and drape. I hope you do more of these short videos focused simply on techniques. Even when you mention these things in your other videos it's hard to go back and find the instruction.

[@CatherineSews]

Great feedback. Thank you!

[@Mrs.Patriot]

Love! Thank you so much.

[@asimina4209]

Wow thats amazing i didn't know about that. Thanks❤

[@nicolehubbard3536]

Such a good, clear explanation. Thanks!

[@gm749]

Fantastic Catherine 😊

[@user-uf6je3jd5s]

Extremely helpful!

[@Maplecook]

Woooooot!

[@marthaluciagarcia176]

Amazing

[@niksand1713]

Good examples. Thanks

[@1wolfpup]

Thank you your videos are so helpful. 🌷🌺💮.

[@nancydupuis7115]

This video couldn't have come at a better time! I'm going to try a technique I have never done before on an unlined coat. Most tutorials for the Hong Kong seam finishing use straight of grain strips. What would you recommend for curves such as armholes or neck? Could you also comment on ways to finish the hems on those garments using heavy wool? There's a significant amount of bulk if you turn twice as suggested on the pattern. You are a great teacher. Thank you as always.

[@CatherineSews]

The straight of grain strips would work fine on long straight seam edges, but for curved seams, I’d definitely use bias strips! And I agree that heavy wool is too thick to turn twice. Instead, I’d either serve and just turn once, or sew seam ribbon to the raw edge of the seam and then hand sew the hem. That would be lovely. Thanks for watching and leaving a sweet comment!

[@nancydupuis7115]

Thank you so much for your advice. I always look forward to your videos. You inspire me to try new things, even as a seasoned sewist.@@CatherineSews 👏

[@susanbaker902]

You are AMAZING once again.

[@meltemtuna2134]

Thank you

[@bluestar.8938]

Great instruction. Thank you lovely : )

[@carolcarter865]

Great visual. ❤

[@masuahkokro8957]

Thanks for sharing

[@dellmktr4152]

Tq Catherine for the bias tutorial. Can you show us how to see zipper on a bias pattern. I always fail to get a straight or flat zipper after the Sewing. I hope u know what I mean. Tq again.

[@malikabarik1292]

❤❤❤😮

[@dianeroome972]

Hi Catherine. Perhaps you could teach us some more bias magic? Like, if I lay my pattern out on the bias instead of straight of grain, is usually superior? I kinda realize it will use more fabric, but will it feel better and hang beautifully? Can I embroider on it?

[@daxxydog5777]

Only lay a pattern out as it says, as the designer has already taken all that into account. It’s not superior, it just behaves differently. Also, any curves on the bias of any garment should be stabilized by stay stitching or it will warp out of shape if pulled while being handled.

[@angelbear_og]

@@daxxydog5777 Patterns are not gospel, they are merely someone else's idea and suggestion. It's always acceptable to experiment and find what works best for YOU! Even better if you ditch fast-fashion patterns and do your own designing. :)

[@altaroberts5105]

Thanks for this. What is the right way to lay out a pattern you want to cut on the bias? It seems there is a right and wrong way.

[@CatherineSews]

Ok then! I guess between you and @gehanghobrial2449, I know what my next video should be! Stay tuned!

[@ThatPlacefkaNebraskaBugeater]

Do you waste more fabric cutting patterns on the bias?

[@CatherineSews]

Yes, it definitely takes more fabric!

[@clarapn]

The first!🎉Hello!❤I will go to see yet😅 but I know you ever don,t desagree (excuse my English if I make a grammatical mistake)😅

[@CatherineSews]

Thanks for being so quick to watch and comment! I hope you like the video!

[@clarapn]

@@CatherineSews It,s very useful, thanks! 🌷

[@tinahenderson9990]

Thank you