DIY Bias Tape / The Easiest Way

In this DIY sewing tutorial, I show you how to make bias tape the easiest and quickest way. #janhowell #youmakeitsimple
Make your own adorable bias tape to give your sewing projects a unique custom look. I will show you how to make a continuous strip of bias tape. You can get FIVE YARDS of bias tape from ONE fat quarter of fabric.
It's a beginner sewing project that you're going to love!
0:00 Introduction
1:59 Materials & Items Needed
3:07 Fabric Prep
6:58 Marking 2-inch Strips
9:35 Cutting Fabric Strips
10:44 Making Bias Tape Without the Tape Maker
12:10 Using the Bias Tape Maker
13:59 Ideas For Storing and Organizing Bias Tape
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[@jaclynmoylan1905]

This is the BEST tutorial on KZbin for making bias tape!!! There are tons out there doing this same process, but your makes the most sense. The videoing is spot on so that we can clearly see what you are doing. Thank you a million times for this! ❤

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@dcinrb8538]

When bedsheets got torn or stained (usually bleach or rust stains), my Mom would cut down the good parts into bias tape for her aprons. She said the earlier brands weren't always colorfast or too costly. She always wore aprons to do housework but didn't want to spend lots of money yet enjoyed the look of bias tape. 🍄🍄

[@nancy9478]

I save my old sheets to make muslins when I sew a new pattern. I love this suggestion, I am going to try it, what a money saver! Thanks!

[@wayfarinstranger2444]

Great idea!!!❤❤❤

[@malaanand7229]

Hi, wondering if two pieces cut along the grainline but joined on the bias will work as a bias binding?

[@JanHowell]

love it

[@JanHowell]

fabric cut on the grain will not have give and work the same as bias tape

[@san-deekornelsen170]

Yay !😅! No more sewing the strips together individually !!!! Thankyou so much !

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@barbaranoffsinger6644]

I have put off making bias tape for so long! This was easy and really enhanced the project I was working on

[@kerryneas183]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I saw this done once on a TV show years ago and of course could not remember how it worked. I saved your video and I’m so happy you made it!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@candicerimell2601]

That’s really clever, thank you for sharing

[@tammiehill7967]

Wow,been sewing for over 50 years.wish I know this 50 years ago

[@JanHowell]

I know, right!

[@jeffsmamakat]

I'm so glad I found your channel! I've shied away from making my own bias tape, but no more!

[@JanHowell]

Wonderful! I'm so glad you found me too!

[@nancycronin601]

I have been making my own bias tape for years using the bias tape maker, but have always cut strips and sewed them together, Excited to try this. Looks so slick. Thanks.😊

[@JanHowell]

Let me know how it goes.

[@janabeckman545]

Great tutorial. My mom taught me years ago when the red card was first sold. I found out the hard way that if you match the other two sides of the cut square, the strips will be on the grain. The binding is flatter if the seams are set before pressing open. I am smiling. So many of your tips were taught to me by my Mom. Miss her.

[@JanHowell]

Ahhhhhhh. That is wonderful that your mother taught you so much. ❤️

[@Carolyn-qd8mj]

How do you set seams?

[@kerryneas183]

@@Carolyn-qd8mj just press them before opening. It makes the thread sink down into the fabric. Then press the seam open.

[@janabeckman545]

Before you open the seam allowances to press open the seam, press the stitching. The heat (and steam if using steam) flattens things out, and in the case of natural fibers, "shrinks" the cotton thread and material to regain the shape before the seam was stitched." ​@@Carolyn-qd8mj

[@claudiamercado9834]

It's so nice when someone really knows how to explain things!! Thank you! ❤

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@debbiehall4155]

You are so brilliant! The easiest way ever to make a long bit of bias tape! I love all of your ideas. Thank you so much, Jan

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@lesleygilbert1945]

I've seen this method before but forgot how to do it - THANKS for this great reminder 🥰

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@jeanne6774]

yes this is the best tutorial on making bias tape . Thank you so much ! ❤❤ I am so grateful that we now have KZbin which we didn’t have when I was young ! and you are a marvellous teacher !

[@powersandassoentdorothya8981]

❤ love your presentation of not only yourself but your work as well. Peace and blessings stay encouraged and encouraging 🙏💜🕯️Ms. Piper and The Powers's Family USA 🇺🇸

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@barbaravollmert9508]

Absolutely genius!! I am going to be watching this video over and over!!!

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@sharongallagher3443]

Great instruction. I was confused as to how to fold the fabric. You made it seem simple.

[@JanHowell]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Janette-tx2bv]

Thank you! You made that look so easy. I bought the tape makers and this showed how to use them and easy way to make the tapes more fun!!!

[@lysruiz3953]

YAY! Now I know what to do with my stashed single fat quarters. Thanks Jan.

[@JanHowell]

awesome

[@francesmoore1071]

I’ve been a quilter and a quilt teacher for 28 years. This is the best demonstration I’ve ever seen. If you prefer using your iron in the upright position you can disengage the horizontal mechanism. Check your instructions. Love your channel.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind and thanks for the iron tip!!!! Good to know

[@suesadler7877]

Thank you. I have watched so many make continuous bias but yours helped solve everything I struggled with. Excellent tutorial for sure.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@pug7996]

WOW! I love all your tutorials, you are so easy to watch and learn from, you always make it so simple that beginners can pick up lots of tips. Definately inspiring titorials. thank you so much from Australia. 🤗🤗😊😊

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@abagguff9395]

Where have you been all my sewing life?? Thank you for this excellent demonstration Jan!! 🥰

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@opulentlilt455]

Jan, this was such an excellent tutorial with a wonderful and fun idea. Thanks so much for the inspiration!

[@terriwilson1521]

Your video has been the easiest to watch, very enjoyable. How do you communicate so concisely? The most "aha" moment was the 1/4” extra at the start of the matching the stripes. Thank you!

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@moniquebrown1678]

Jan you have inspired me to get back to my sewing projects. I wish I had a crafting room yours is beautiful

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@Lala-el8oh]

Love your video tutorials, you are a wonderful teacher!

[@JanHowell]

Thank you so much!

[@dibotente]

We all agree…you are a great instructor, making it simple for us to follow you and have nice pro finishes to our projects. My oops was using a Frixion pen to draw the lines…I “erased” them when I pressed open the seams! Easy fix and lesson learned!

[@JanHowell]

I appreciate that and thanks for sharing.

[@nylanelson8660]

This method gives you 5 yards of Continuous Bias tape which gives you 180” inches of bias tape. An average queen size quilt is at least 90” sq meaning you will need aprox 360” inches of tape plus an extra 10”-12” to go around the corners & for the ends to meet up. If you do this to a yard of fabric then you will have more then enough for a Queen quilt plus some left over for a throw or pot holders, etc

[@JanHowell]

That is great information. Thanks so much for sharing!

[@sherryfaires7931]

Thank you Jan!!! Wonderful tutorial!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@robinsmoot6762]

Thank you so much for sharing this MAGIC!🎉

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@shirleyfernandez2144]

Thank you for this wonderful demonstration

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@lornahoward6491]

This actually is mind-blowing! Honestly-thank you so much!

[@jasminedulin7395]

this video is absolute MAGIC

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@andreawalker2535]

Excellent! Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@amyd4462]

You’ve done a wonderful job of describing this easy but counterintuitive method. Brava!

[@sukanyasubramanian5794]

It is so adorable& convenient & organized

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@mike1968442]

Old habits never die! I see you picking your iron up when with that iron you don’t need to! Cute

[@JanHowell]

Silly. Still getting used to it. LOL

[@kandyturner6854]

Great process. Can’t wait to try it

[@JanHowell]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jankerslake5813]

Oh my goodness. This is genius. I have to try this. I’ve been cutting and sewing individual strips for ages. This will save so much time. Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@TheLillypad1752]

Super great tutorial I'm trying it tomorrow for my first quilt. Thank you ❤

[@tammy1190]

thanks Jan, this is great .... this is saved in my sewing folder for future reference..

[@JanHowell]

Wonderful!

[@nethermoon79]

I just wanted to say thank you for this tutorial. I watched several videos and did not have any success. The lines were always off after the final sewing part. It was so frustrating! It was the 1/4" tip that finally made my lines, well, line up after sewing them together! Thank you!!

[@JanHowell]

Glad it helped!

[@lisab4842]

What kind of magic is this! I love it. 😍

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@virginiaminer4574]

Great tutorial. TY!

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@robynmiddleton8314]

Fabulous instructions.

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@nildaotero2933]

Loved the tutorial, thank you so much.

[@raquelhernandez4322]

Great tutorial! Easy to understand. Thank you!!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@marywallace5248]

Brilliant, thank you!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@melissasweeting-percentie6679]

Hi Ms Howell, this is such a wonderful tutorial. Thanks!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@momistaken]

Thanks! I will use this! Very clear instructions!

[@JanHowell]

You're welcome!

[@smallfootprint2961]

Very clear and helpful.

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@sandramichaud8033]

I always learn something valuable from you. Thanks!

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@katieteach2882]

So grateful for this tutorial. You made so easy to follow and replicate. Thank you.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@letiearodriguez3694]

I love this tutorial, thanks dear for showing us how to make it

[@queenwere1]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. Luv from 🇰🇪 Kenya 🇰🇪 ❤

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@rdfjfgjyfdhfghy67456]

it's like I'm in the workshop with you! Your tip for sewing the start of thin fabrics blew my mind! Thank you for sharing!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@janice5988]

Jan - just love your channel. Thanks for keeping us inspired😊

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@saraborisch5343]

Great tips Jan! Thanks!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@marijamusic9259]

Great method! Thank you for sharing.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@mswetra2610]

I got a vintage set of bias tape makers for a dollar at a church sale. It's nice to be able to make the size and colour i like. Thanks for the great tips.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@lindamcgrew3385]

Fun ! Thank you. Always great tutorials.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome and so kind

[@Pameliacc]

This is brilliant! Thank you so much for the tutorial.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@RR-yh6vr]

Best bias tape method I have ever tried! So glad I thought I would go see if YT had someone with a less tedious method than what I have used. You are amazing! Thank you!

[@JanHowell]

Wow, thanks!

[@pixiesweeney6535]

I love making "tubular" bias tape!☺

[@JanHowell]

me too!

[@hiho8084]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@santagreen7360]

Wow ! Love your tip

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thank you so much Jan, I really really enjoyed watching you creating your own bias tape, and I really really love ❤️ it your tapes as opposed to the shop brought ones. So unique too. I’m going to save and share this video. Please stay safe and well too xxxx Mags ❤❤❤❤❤

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@LoriCali]

Thank you. I’m wanting to do bias tape and just was gifted Simplicty Bias tape maker

[@jensueru]

Thank you! Just made my first one!!!!

[@JanHowell]

Wonderful!

[@JSTidbitqueen]

Thanks for sharing!❤

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@nancypeplau9747]

This was fantastic! Thank you

[@JanHowell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@wilycat5290]

Fantastic tutorial on making bias tape 🎉. Thank you for the video 😊

[@JanHowell]

You’re welcome 😊

[@faridavasanwala3480]

Very nice tutorial. Thanx for sharing

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@gloriaanima3575]

Ta-Da, what a great video! Thank you for this brilliant tutorial

[@JanHowell]

Glad you liked it!

[@marlenecarvajal3857]

Jan, I really enjoy your tutorials🤗🥰

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@ishka28]

This looks so good to do. Thank you

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@Blissfully-Keto]

I love your technique for bias tape! It is efficient and quicker than the other way! I'm going to do this because I use lots of bias tape for my sewing projects! Thank you for sharing!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@stevesteve350]

Thank you so much! This worked perfectly, for me!

[@JanHowell]

Great to hear!

[@tuto108]

Thanks so much! I am going to make some festive bunting today and this is exactly what I needed. You explained it so well!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@janeenmckenzie4586]

Thank you, just fantastic, like you I love making bias tape 😊

[@JanHowell]

😊

[@judykski4916]

That small piece of fabric you use at the beginning of your bias tape seams is referred to as an "onie-offie". I'm sure there are other names for it, but that is the one that comes to mind. Great tip!

[@JanHowell]

good to know. Nevr heard of it before.

[@Jane_Ricciardi]

What a great tutorial! Many thanks for taking the time to make the video. While I’ve been using this method for years, but I still learned a lot. I had never thought to store my bias tape on cards. No more ziplock baggies for me!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@shellyhansen5279]

Great ideas!

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@mechtronixtechnologies4471]

Wow.... That was interesting and very helpful. Thank you

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@tatisulamkreatif3858]

good idea, thanks for your tutorial

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@pamelaoneil1170]

This was awesome. My nemesis is always bias tape, and you simplified this process for me, thank you!!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@michelesimpson2237]

Awesome😊

[@JanHowell]

Thanks 🤗

[@marybethknapp9734]

Oh my gosh! Thank you for posting this very clever technique. I made a flaw free, five yard tape on try one I was getting ready to put an exterior sewed ruffle onto a baby blanket which is three strips of material, one being four inches wide and two being two inches wide. With a few adjustments for the four inch version, I was able to put the ruffle on without adjoining the strips every time I come to the end of one. I am forever watching you!

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind and thanks for sharing your tip.

[@MariaAGuerraCook-ok5zd]

MANY THANKS, VERY HELPFUL TO US.

[@JanHowell]

You are welcome!

[@annlange7519]

Great tutorial!😃

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@melissaklouda9656]

I learned this method before...love it and thanks for you extra tips and storage ideas!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@amymckee5075]

Clever!

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@jaccsun1]

Thanks so much! I'm a beginner sewist and I've been wanting to make bias tape. Thanks for a tutorial I could finally understand and follow 🙂

[@JanHowell]

wonderfule

[@alisoneyers2450]

I am so impressed by this. Thank you. Xx 🫶🏻💫

[@deliadobrescu6194]

Grazie mille, facile e veloce:))

[@JanHowell]

😉

[@gwenmadeline54]

GENIUS

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@tracybrewer3377]

Great tutorial. I've been doing mine the other way you mentioned and the slow way. So I will be making mine your way now. And I think I might as well make some other colors at the same time. Love your tutorials as you seem to make things easier to understand

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@helenweatherby1694]

Great tutorial. x

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@elizabethquintanilla7258]

What a perfect instruction I really will start your method, I sew and always have to buy them but what I great idea. Blessings

[@JanHowell]

blessings to you

[@MariaRomero-qc1hn]

Your tutorial is perfect I can follow it easily, know I finally know how I can use that tool thanks for sharing with everyone I will appreciate more of your DIY love it thanks & many blessings

[@JanHowell]

You're very welcome! Blessings to you