SEWdown: Two Methods for Cutting Bias Tape Go Head to Head (Part 2)

Which method for cutting bias tape is best? You decide! Vote in the comments!
Cutting Bias Tape
00:00 - The Challenge!
00:51 - Sarai's method
05:31 - Sarai's pro and cons
06:22 - Haley's method
09:36 - Haley's pro and cons
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[@JuneGaffney]

I liked seeing both, but prefer Hayley's as there would be fewer joins. And it's quick and simple!

[@marypickering3577]

I’m Team Haley but would love to master Sarai’s method too.

[@Pintuckpress]

Haley for the win❤

[@maddied6309]

I like Sarai's technique... Haven't mastered it yet...but am so looking forward to it...for now I'm using Haley's technique...so for me it's a tie... 😊

[@sarahgeppert1070]

I want to learn Sarai's technique...I've tried a couple of times but I end up using Haley's method most of the time.

[@maryenos91]

I like Haley's method.....easy for me as well.

[@SeamworkVideo]

Right on!

[@nadialetourneau4490]

I love the Haley’s blouse, you should wright what your wearing!

[@SeamworkVideo]

We add that info in the description when it's something Saria or Haley made, or if it's RTW that can still be found in stores!

[@margaretperkins1287]

I learned Haley's method many years ago! I learned Sarai's method in a jacket sewing class I took! I love them both! Thank you for this video! Great for all who sew!

[@SeamworkVideo]

You are so welcome!

[@glendabell7094]

Team Continuous! Take a few tries to master, but once you get the hang of it - it's so cool!

[@sonyawhite8785]

I've tried both methods. The continuous method seems better when creating longer amount of tape. You both explained the methods better than I've seen before. So I learned why I had issues in the past! 😊 Thanks for the challenge...it's a tie!

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad it was helpful!

[@deeztube1]

Since I'm a new garment sew-er, I vote for Haley's method. I need all the easiest methods as I launch myself into this new skill. ♥️

[@SeamworkVideo]

I totally get that! Sometimes easiest is best!

[@kckazcoll1]

I vote Haley's method, as I have done it before and also with longer strips of fabric - the simpler, the better for me :)

[@pscfoss6711]

Sarah is what I'm trying to master

[@1PracticalPrincess]

I've used both and I definitely like Sarai's method (continuous).

[@janetfuture]

I always use Sarai's method, but cut out a parallelogram shape on the bias - to save the first cut and sew stage

[@BudgetingwithSommerNicole]

Fun video and I do Haleys method because I find the continuous method challenging.

[@norakathleenbertoglio4414]

I like the continuous method.

[@lizbethdavern53]

Fun showdown!! 😂. I like the first method. Clever, efficient and quick!

[@SeamworkVideo]

Glad you liked it!

[@withatwist5089]

I’m #TeamSarai on this one! (Also… I totally just bought a Simplicity bias tape maker…🎉😂❤)

[@andybishop1488]

Continuous!! Both are great, but I like to use my scraps for bias tape.

[@old_stitches_new_clothes]

Sarai's method is much less wasteful! And just very fun also...

[@SeamworkVideo]

🙌

[@MrGreenmartin]

Haley!!❤

[@carolwebb9948]

Continuous method is my preferred way, however I always have to remind myself how to do it.

[@SeamworkVideo]

That's the same problem I have, which is why I always end up doing it Haley's way. 🤣

[@lisawunderlich5131]

Vote for Sarai since there are not much/ no fabric leftovers! (Although I must admit, that most of the time I do it Haley‘s way, because I won’t have to learn the technique)

[@user-gf6rw3cv8d]

I love the last one best :)

[@juliastockhausen7173]

I use Haley's method as I can cut random strips from scraps...on the bias ...as I need. It works .

[@ernestineromero4374]

I like the second method

[@soendari]

I use the strips technique to use up scrap fabric. If you can't use it for anything else bias tape is always an option.

[@Chitterboye]

I love that you both are having fun with this! I like Haley's technique.

[@nadialetourneau4490]

I always use the contious biais technic, some extra biais is never lost!

[@angelqueen9352]

I have used Sarai's method a few times. It's a bit fiddly but very satisfying. Although, I would use Haley's method when I need a shorter length of bias tape

[@SeamworkVideo]

Makes sense!

[@estherlove5172]

Maybe, if you want bias tape with a minimal amount of seams, then the classic rule and cut fabric would be better? It is also a bit bulkier along the seams, too. I guess it depends on what you use the bias tape for.

[@steffiklapetek9701]

I am always using Haley's method, because I can use really funky looking tiny left overs.

[@Monga_Makes_Things]

Personally I use Haley’s method but Sarai’s method does look like a fun magic trick to try! That folding/stitching will require more thinking on my part so I can see how different ways would appeal to different brains!! I’m always a linear, logical thinker and am curious to see if more free-thinking artists like the continuous method. I learned to sew 60 years ago and still do some things the way I learned. Anyway I love your playful challenges!! -Addie

[@SeamworkVideo]

Thanks Addie!

[@lizcademy4809]

I use both. Cutting separate strips is best when I need only a small amount of bias tape, or where I want to be very particular where the tape seams end up. This would be for exposed tape at a neckline, for example. If I need a lot of tape and seam placement doesn't matter, the continuous method is faster and wastes less fabric. Binding exposed seam allowances inside a jacket would be a place I'd use this.

[@SeamworkVideo]

Makes sense!

[@janajde]

I use both... depending on the project

[@carlamccabe9638]

Again, I think both methods are great! I’m always looking for help making bias tape. Now, I feel like I have two great tools to use. Since I should choose just one, I’ll go with Sarai’s method because it looks like so much fun!

[@suewilbur504]

I’ve always used Sarai’s method but will give Haley’s a try as it seems really easy.

[@SeamworkVideo]

It is definitely the easy way to go.

[@user-qn1bq6dv4p]

Wow, now I know what I've been doing wrong with making bias tape. I've been neglecting to square off the ends (how did I not know I was supposed to do that?!). That meant I had a wonky little ear of fabric poking out of the seam every single time! Thanks, Seamwork, for this SEWdown!

[@SeamworkVideo]

You are so welcome!

[@chantald9661]

Team Sarai here! 🤚

[@SeamworkVideo]

👏

[@wychheart]

I have always done the strips and after seeing Sarai' method will continue to cut strips, lol.

[@SeamworkVideo]

😂 I totally get it.

[@sharonhost2469]

I've tried Sarai's method before but just can't get it to come out right. I vote team Haley.

[@amyl2368]

I use Haley’s method. I tried Sarais technique a few times and it’s the only instance where I’ve just given up trying to learn a sewing technique. So much yelling. So many tears.

[@SeamworkVideo]

Oh no! Best to stick with the easier way for sure!

[@birgitfischer1380]

I use Haleys method moat of the time because I cn mke as much bias tape as I need. But I do not chop of the edges of the strips before sewing them together. Tey are already at a 45 degree angel, so why chop them of and than sew the at that angle again?

[@SeamworkVideo]

People often find it is easier to align the two pieces and accurately sew them at an angle when they are first squared off. But if your method works well for you, keep doing it! The beauty of sewing is that there are so many ways to achieve the same end.

[@suedavis580217]

Thanks for another GREAT showdown! 🤣I've done both methods and for me, it kind of depends on how much binding I need. Haleys for less binding, and Sarai's for more binding. I always *wish* I have more for leftover for another later project or having around a supply of bias tape. I would like to make a project day to cut out some binding to store it. How do you store/roll up your *extra binding*? PS I love watching your out takes as well...thanks for including them also! Nice to see the fun you are having together ♥

[@SeamworkVideo]

So glad you enjoyed the sewdown! Thanks for watching!

[@julestopper7553]

These videos are too funny! I use Haley's method but I think it's out of habit as I also quilt, and I do my binding the same way (except on the grain). HOWEVER, I like Sarai's method better, it makes more sense to my brain (I chain piece and I ALWAYS sew at least a few strips together in the wrong direction- and I have done this for decades!) I also like that S's way is a more efficient use of fabric. The only downside to S's method is I feel like there are more seams per comparable length. *Haley, loved the tip about finding the diagonal line through the inch markers for rulers that don't have it marked. mind blown.

[@SeamworkVideo]

So glad you're liking these videos!

[@janetfuture]

I cut out a parallelogram shape on the bias, rather than cutting and sewing the square - you can have good seamless runs of bias that way

[@helenmitchem9425]

Although both are great methods,I like Haley's method a bit more, it's the one I've always used, I just get too confused with with Sarai's method.

[@SeamworkVideo]

Fair enough! You are not alone. 😄

[@jeanettehagedorn2375]

I love your videos 😊but the sound is out of sync

[@SeamworkVideo]

It might be your internet connection. It looks and sounds fine on our end!