So let’s do it, using the handy Simplicity Bias Tape Maker. But with a 1/2 yard of fabric you can easily make 9 yards of your own tape! Most pre-packaged bias tape is sold in 3 yard bundles, in SOLID colors. buying the stuff at the store) is that you can make it from any fabric, especially fabrics with a cute pattern. But basically…the beauty of making your own bias tape (vs. You’ll find detailed info on that in our previous tutorial HERE. * You can often find the machine on sale at Joann Fabrics (sometimes packaged along with the Simplicity Rotary cutter and/or winder, in a buy-on-get-one-free deal). You might surprise yourself at how often you use it! * If you’re still not sure what to use bias tape for, check out the pics in our tutorial HERE. * If you think you’ll make bias tape more frequently for quilt binding, clothing, home decor…then this machine is actually pretty cool. * If you think you’re only going to make bias tape once in your life, the $4 cheapy bias tape maker from the store is sufficient. Machines are only worth buying if you’ll actually use them, especially if they cost about $100 (though you can buy it for less on Amazon). I’ve wondered about this machine for about a year now.ĭoes it really save time when making bias tape? The Bias Tape Maker is made by Simplicity, the same company that makes all those patterns you see in the fabric shop. Please Note: this machine was given to me by Simplicity for review, but I have done my best to provide an unbiased evaluation. * step-by-step photo instructions on how to use the machine. But it eliminates the need for you to stand next to the iron for a 1/2 hour, trying not to burn your fingers as you make bias tape. Of course you still need to cut and sew the strips together. It’s a machine that folds and irons bias strips for you. Today we’re going to talk about the Simplicity Bias Tape Maker machine. Last month we talked about Understanding Bias Tape, how to make your own tape, and most importantly… how to sew on bias tape (both the cheating method and the proper method).
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