Just a little eye candy from my Tuesday Quilters group, Miniatures. The Queen of mini's shared these two today. So cute, thanks R. The next one is a "muslin" and a test for a larger piece. I never cease to be amazed at her talent, and modesty.
After a tedious trip to Costco I sat down to check the e-mail and read the Google reader updates. I have found so many great artists who share their work that way. This lady, Miss P, is a UK based sewist who lamented issues related to making bias tape. If you are limited to only the pre-purchased stuff, you know how uninspiring it can be. It is also stiff and rather unfashionable for custom garment applications. Miss P came up with a really interesting concept for making bias using masking tape. Actually, it is a really good idea, particularly if you have a fragile fabric. Check it out here.
http://portialawrie.blogspot.com/
I use the low tack painters tape for several sewing related applications. Here are a few:
My usual method is illustrated clearly on this tutorial by Sarai of Collette Patterns. You can view it here. http://www.coletterie.com/fabric-haberdashery/tutorial-how-to-make-bias-tape
The Clover brand Bias Tape makers come in several sizes and are fantastic for making your own tape accurately.
I have used these in the past to make bias binding from satin ribbon too. Satin ribbon is a staple in Heirloom style sewing. Also nice for lingerie and nightwear, a great selection is available at Martha Pullen's online store. Here is the link: https://store.marthapullen.com/
Gratuity Moment: low tack painters tape
***as always no one gives me anything to compensate for endorsing their products or website, I do it because I appreciate their skill and their stuff!
After a tedious trip to Costco I sat down to check the e-mail and read the Google reader updates. I have found so many great artists who share their work that way. This lady, Miss P, is a UK based sewist who lamented issues related to making bias tape. If you are limited to only the pre-purchased stuff, you know how uninspiring it can be. It is also stiff and rather unfashionable for custom garment applications. Miss P came up with a really interesting concept for making bias using masking tape. Actually, it is a really good idea, particularly if you have a fragile fabric. Check it out here.
http://portialawrie.blogspot.com/
I use the low tack painters tape for several sewing related applications. Here are a few:
- I block off sections of a large quilt using the tape to make visual boundaries for stitching
- I will cut multiple layers and stack them to make a stitching guide on my throat-plate
- I will attach a piece of tape to my washed and stored fabric to identify yardage and fabric content. Sometimes I have a specific pattern for that piece and mark that as well.
- I will cut a piece about 1 1/2 inches long to make a tab in a pattern book. Just fold the piece back on itself and leave a small (1/4 inch approx) sticky section to attach to the page. I have had these tabs on magazine pages for years, they remove easily.
- I use the tape to hang pattern instructions in front of my machine, to the wall or door. It is much easier that picking it up every few minutes.
My usual method is illustrated clearly on this tutorial by Sarai of Collette Patterns. You can view it here. http://www.coletterie.com/fabric-haberdashery/tutorial-how-to-make-bias-tape
The Clover brand Bias Tape makers come in several sizes and are fantastic for making your own tape accurately.I have used these in the past to make bias binding from satin ribbon too. Satin ribbon is a staple in Heirloom style sewing. Also nice for lingerie and nightwear, a great selection is available at Martha Pullen's online store. Here is the link: https://store.marthapullen.com/
Gratuity Moment: low tack painters tape
***as always no one gives me anything to compensate for endorsing their products or website, I do it because I appreciate their skill and their stuff!
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