Bias in Liberty Betsy . Special 40th Anniversary Edition - Autumn Dream
Perfect to match with the Betsy - Orange and Violet fabric and the Betsy - Orange and Violet cord.
This liberty fabric bias printed in dark orange and purple floral tones will enable you to create a wide variety of jewelry accessories as well as clothing and household linen.
What is bias in sewing?
It's a strip of fabric cut at an oblique angle.
This strip of fabric is then folded several times to form a closed band, which is then placed around armholes, necklines and the like.
What's the use of bias?
Thanks to this colorful bias, you'll be able to perfect the finish of a garment , or even just add a touch of whimsy.
- It can be sewn around a baby's bib or a blanket.
- It's also useful for an armhole or neckline.
- On a handbag.
- You can use it to make hair bows.
- You could even make a pretty lace and bias bracelet.
- You can glue it onto a wooden bracelet or incorporate it into a multi-row bracelet.
- Use your bias and make your own piping by inserting a beaded cord.
How to sew a bias?
Before applying your bias, join your fabrics wrong sides together and overcast the edges with a zigzag stitch.
Unfold the bias on one side and pin the right side of your bias to the right side of your fabric, making sure the edges coincide.
Stitch along the bias fold.
Turn the bias to the wrong side so that it covers your fabric.
Press the seam with an iron.
Pin the unsewn side of the bias.
Stitch approx. 2 mm from edge.
Details:
Composition: 100% cotton
Width: 20 mm
Before using this bias, fold in 2 and iron to obtain a 10 mm bias (visible width).
Sold by the cut: the length purchased will be delivered in one piece.
Price for one meter.
