DIY Bias Tape / The Easiest Way

[@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

[@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!

[@ASentientPlant]

Appreciate you doing the math!

[@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

[@tammiehill7967]

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

[@JanHowell]

I know, right!

[@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.

[@lesleygilbert1945]

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

[@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!

[@claudiamercado9834]

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

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@sharongallagher3443]

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

[@JanHowell]

Glad it was helpful!

[@abagguff9395]

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

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@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

[@Laura-ys7bx]

Thank you! You're so concise and clear with your explanations and everything is so easy to see! I've found homemade bias tape so easy to use. It's not stiff and goes around corners so much easier than the store bought. When I was brave enough to try making my own, I found the quantity so ample I didn't have joins like I did in the past with store bought. They don't give you much in those packages! This truly is the best tutorial I've found and I've watched dozens! Thanks again!

[@Lala-el8oh]

Love your video tutorials, you are a wonderful teacher!

[@JanHowell]

Thank you so much!

[@lysruiz3953]

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

[@JanHowell]

awesome

[@Jlharrell1981]

This is the BEST! I tried the "old" method with the strips and sewing the angles and all that. I'm having an "aha moment" over this one! Thank you for sharing!

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@carolhellinger1564]

WOW! Just like other people have posted in their comments - this is the BEST tutorial on how to make your own, decorative bias tape! I have watched so many of your tutorials on a variety of sewing projects and you are absolutely awesome! Thank you, Jan, for making our sewing projects easier and more professional.

[@veenapurohit9809]

You are showing every single project so..... so nicely & make them so easy for us to understand. Also you never hide the measurements for us to buy from the PDF. All your tutorials are very interesting and perfect. Thank you you so much ma'm. Thats very kind of you. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@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

[@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

[@barbaravollmert9508]

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

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@rezzieggg]

I wish I could double-like this! Thanks for showing us how you make and store the bias tape Jan! 🌟

[@joyl6079]

This tutorial was FANTASTIC. Thank you for making it!

[@JanHowell]

You're very welcome!

[@cherylwright9563]

Your rock sister!!! I have never seen anything like this. I can't wait to make my bias tapes for my next project!! Thank you sew very much!! God bless you.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome! God bless you too!

[@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!

[@patfrey4538]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I have been piecing bias tape together for years. I will never do bias tape like that again. 🎉

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@marybrown4173]

I just found your channel and immediately started binge watching! I am now subscribed too. Thank you so much for your clear videos. I also like that you explain everything, even if it seems very basic. That is a true gift for a beginning sewist. Thank you again!

[@esperansaloughran693]

I finally understood how to do this technique! After all these years, I really appreciate all your techniques. It is always a pleasure to watch your videos. Thank you❤ so much.

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@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!

[@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

[@katietomasello490]

Hi.. great tips! You mentioned getting it at the fabric store. That would be great if they actually had any to pick from. JoAnn’s to be exact. After several trips over a few wks… it’s 25 mins away so not super convenient, I finally asked how often they ordered it. The display had not changed. The girl shrugged her shoulders… & said that wasn’t her job so she didn’t know!! And what they had was $3.49 a pkg w/ only 3 yds ea. I make mine as well!! Much cheaper & what ever color I choose. Thank you for sharing you work ❤

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@oodles_of_noodles.]

In Australia it is $11.99 for a similar sized pack. Patterns if not on sale are $20 to $40 each ( current sale has some at 3 for $25 dollars ) and I just got some fabric on sale to make some little girl dresses for charity $231.00. The cost of everything post covid is insane but it is always cheaper to make your own bias binding and easy too.

[@sharonw667]

Many thanks, this was quite helpful and very handy. I am now in the process of making my own bias tape instead of buying a basic color. Wonderful.

[@JanHowell]

Awesome!

[@sherryfaires7931]

Thank you Jan!!! Wonderful tutorial!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@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.

[@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!

[@rollergirl55]

Excellent method which I will use to make my bias tape in future. Simple instructions, easy to follow and great time saving tip. I really appreciate you sharing this method which makes this job so much faster and precise.

[@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

[@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.

[@MaryHogan_TrailsByTrike]

I call it a thread catcher.

[@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

[@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

[@robinsmoot6762]

Thank you so much for sharing this MAGIC!🎉

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@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!

[@shanaazmohammed7713]

When I used to go to the different fabric stores where I live, they NEVER had bias tape, I went to a Pooja store and they had SOME but when I learned how to make it, when I 1st started to learn sewing I made LOTS 😅

[@JanHowell]

that is awesome

[@Audrey-km9in]

Loved the tutorial, Jan! I have been putting off making bias tape but you have inspired me to get with it. Thank you!

[@JanHowell]

Awesome, glad it was helpful.

[@bonnie18]

Thank you Jan! This is the BEST tutorial for making bias tape. I struggled with how to orient the fabric once the lines were drawn. When you pulled those points together I was delighted. It all made sense! LOL

[@JanHowell]

Awesome, glad it was helpful.

[@velvetchiharu]

I was so concerned about needing bias tape for a project w/ expensive fabric. I didn’t need much tape but hated the idea of having to cut a large portion of fabric just for the tape. This technique makes it so simple and economical!!! Amazing video, thank you! This is what makes sewing so satisfying and fun 🥰

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@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.

[@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 !

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@MaryNellLoflin]

Your tutorials are the best! I just discovered them today and have viewed several. Thank you for such complete and concise instructions.

[@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!

[@dashiajames1882]

I knew you could make Bias tape just didn't know how...!! Thanks for mentioning the cotton bunching up, now I know why my fabric does that. I gotta get me a bias tape maker. Great tutorial & so teachable. Thanks so much 😊...!!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@amyd4462]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@barbaranoffsinger6644]

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

[@JanHowell]

Awesome, glad it was helpful.

[@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

[@melissasweeting-percentie6679]

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

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@sandramichaud8033]

I always learn something valuable from you. Thanks!

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@RhianMountjoy]

I'm not going to lie, I was getting so bored as I have ADHD , I went to boil the kettle and came back in at the right point and MY MIND WAS BLOWN !!! This is GENIUS and I thank you so much !! I normally purchase fabric by the Metre but have so many FQ's I don't know what to use for.. I hope you have an amazing day! Thanks again x

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@notesfromleisa-land]

Jan, great demo. This method also goes by the name of continuous bias tape. Demos such as these help those of us directionally challenged! I would also note that for those who like to sew their clothes with knits, woven bias tape is great for sleeve and neck trims which can add both color and stability.

[@JanHowell]

love it

[@theartsypixie2771]

Decided to try Temu and ordered a set of bias tape makers and try out some of their fabric that coordinated with a fabric panel I had picked up. The fabric was meh and lost a bunch because it wasn't squared by a full 10 degrees. Since it was off already, i decided to just make bias tape out of it, and ohh, do I love that bias tape maker set. I just got back into sewing after a 10yr hiatus and found some bias tape in my old stash and still havent used it since I like making my own now. 😊

[@JanHowell]

awesome

[@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!!!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@janice5988]

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

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@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

[@shirleyfernandez2144]

Thank you for this wonderful demonstration

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@BarbaraSchiro]

This was an enjoyable step by step tutorial which was presented at a comfortable speed so that it could be followed easily. I recently chose a pattern that called for bias tape which I had never been taught how to sew using bias tape and I had to wing it . However, I did my own thing and to my surprise I was successful in getting the project to look really good. This video was so very helpful for my future projects. And now I may be able to make my own bias tape. Wish me luck. LOL. Thank you for this video.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome! You got this!

[@Carmen0123]

Thank you so much!! 🎉 Excellent! Love it!!

[@wilycat5290]

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

[@JanHowell]

You’re welcome 😊

[@lornahoward6491]

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

[@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

[@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

[@JocelyneRichard-h6z]

You're very inspiring !!! ❤

[@katieteach2882]

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

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome

[@tammy1190]

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

[@JanHowell]

Wonderful!

[@jasminedulin7395]

this video is absolute MAGIC

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@catherinele1606]

🤯 going straight to the sewing machine. Thank you!!!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@marthaslater318]

Love this tutorial! I'm getting back into sewing after decades away, so feel like I'm starting over. I have many questions, but let's start with where to get the wool ironing mat. Thank you.

[@awaywegrow6114]

What an excellent tutorial, full of useful information and very clearly demonstrated. Thank you 👏 I'm so impressed by your beautiful workroom (so much gorgeous fabric!) and I'm very intrigued by your iron. I've never seen one like it before.

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome! Love this iron. geni.us/dZi6

[@nikkijohnson552]

Joy Bernhardt suggested viewers look for your channel, so your viewing audience might climb… I’m looking forward to watching your videos! Thank you!

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@momistaken]

Thanks! I will use this! Very clear instructions!

[@JanHowell]

You're welcome!

[@deniseh3455]

I love your added tips and tricks. So helpful! Thank you!!!!

[@JanHowell]

Thanks and you are so welcome

[@pixiesweeney6535]

I love making "tubular" bias tape!☺

[@JanHowell]

me too!

[@marlenecarvajal3857]

Jan, I really enjoy your tutorials🤗🥰

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind

[@queenwere1]

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

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!

[@destinyramsey4]

I JUST MADE MY OWN BIAS TAPE🎉!!!!! Ty!!!! 🙌🙌🙌

[@JanHowell]

Awesome! You are so welcome!

[@franallison9823]

I love this. I can definitely see why you say it is important to measure accurately because I'm part way through making some tape and I can see that I haven't quite been accurate so my lines don't quite line up when I've sewn the second seam. Still, I'm going to press on and see what happens. Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn!

[@JanHowell]

Yes, I've had that problem. You do have a LITTLE wiggle room depending on what you'll use the tape for.

[@judibennett132]

This will change my world!! Thank you! I love using printed fabrics for my binding--and since I have never learned how to cut fabric on the bias--I just square my corners! Now I can make nice curved things too!

[@JanHowell]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lisab4842]

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

[@JanHowell]

Thank you!

[@mcfaulcj]

Thank you so so much for this tutorial! I'll need to watch this video when I make some for the first few times and I appreciate that I can keep referring back to it! I LOVE your spirit and your channel 😃😍

[@JanHowell]

Thanks. You are so kind!

[@noemir8262]

I have found some pre-made bias tape with prints on it at the store but they are usually a limited edition and they tend to display them up on top of bias tape display in a smaller displaybox where no one looks. So I found some on clearance last year in pretty springtime prints at Joann Fabrics. However, I'm still a fan of the type you make yourself. It's less stiff and easier to use on curves.

[@JanHowell]

good to know

[@missyb.623]

Great video. I store my bias tape on clipboards in a drawer. The clip always holds the ends in place.

[@JanHowell]

Great tip! Thanks for sharing

[@kandyturner6854]

Great process. Can’t wait to try it

[@JanHowell]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@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

[@marywilliamson2559]

Wow, how did you know that I was just at the fabric store hating the selection of bias tape? Thanks!

[@JanHowell]

Awesome. Glad it was helpful.

[@letiearodriguez3694]

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

[@JanHowell]

You’re welcome 😊

[@DianeAaron-xv4gz]

I'm new @ sewing but I do want to learn how to make my bias tape. There is no pretty prints in the store. Thank you for the helpful tutorials

[@JanHowell]

You are so welcome!