I did sometimes when i wanted the fabric around the same as the bias. in that case I used the same material and folded it just like bought biastape.but always use the fabric diagonal, because in that case you can form the bias around.

You will find lots of info here from Shelly Rogers. Specially check out her page on how to connect the ends for a smooth finish. Perfect every time. And easy.
The last link says it better on how to fold and iron than the explanation I was trying to write! LOL
Jo

HI there. I make bias tape regularly. I normally use a bias binding maker - there are 4 sizes available from Clover and they are the easiest to use OR I cut strips of fabric on the bias, find the middle of the width and then fold either end in towards the middle line and iron... works like a charm!

I use a rotary cutter and a self healing mat to cut the material I want to use on the bias. And have two tape makers for 1/2"and 1" tapes - you pull the material through and iron the fold in at the other end.
I use them quite a lot with coton, but also with satin.

I use that already it comes ready. Times do in the slanted fabric.

I make my own like Mops. Have you ever tried the bias presser foot. I had one with my Janome machine that I used a couple of times and I think with practice it would be a great little tool. It folds and sews on at the same time. I don't have one yet for my HV.

I cut my strips on the bias and then use my bias tape maker from Simplicity. OR, I use my bias tape attachment on my cover stitch machine to sew the fabric on to the garment.

I make my own. I have a square of fabric cut on the angle from right to left. Then still looking at a square right sides up, I pull the bottom up to the top right sides now down sew together. Open and press now it looks like a dimond. I use a large dressmakers square and a chalk pencil to mark may line depending on how wide. You then join the lines together leaving the first line out and sew. So you now have a cylinda and cut round starting at the line you left out. If you started with a metre of fabric you end up with about 10metre or more of continues binding depending of how wide you made it.

I also make my own, but I jsut use an iron, not a bias tape maker. I fold the strip in the middle, iron as I go along, then unfold, fold one raw edge to the middle and iron as I go, then do the same to the others side. Works really well, this is what I use for all my quilts and things that I make that need binding.

Yes about 10 yrs ago I saw a Clover bias binder maker being demonstrated at a craft show ,I bought 3/4" one for making binding to use around towelling bibs that I make .So I have now the full set -1/4" for stain glass quilts. 1/2" & 3/4" for clothing. 1" & 2" for quilt binding.These are one of my favorite set of sewing tools .With a set of these you can easily make matching bias in any width you want , & you never have to run around all the shops looking for the best match. They now have some that you can attach fusible webbing to the binding as you iron it.
I usually use poly/cotton poplin for bibs .Whatever the fabric width buy the same amount, using a rotary cutter & a self healing mat cut the bias strips join if necessary & thread through the bias maker ironing the folded bias as it comes out & then fold it half again & iron if you want to use it around raw edges .Use low steam or none at all to avoid steam burns on your fingers.

Thought you might like to know I just went to Joanns and found a magazine that Joanns puts out "Designs" The price is 2.99 on the back has (2) 50% coupons and (4 ) 40% coupons well worth the price when you use on large items ( I really don't work for Joanns just love to save 50% or 40% )

ooo am I the only Cutie too scared to use bias binding - let alone make it myself? lol :)
Hugz

Almost always make my own bias tape. I have the four different sizes, way too easy. Just slip one end in and as you pull the tool using the iron just press, a way lot cheaper than purchasing in packages. I start with about 1/2 yard, cut on the bias and seam the pieces together and run through the tool.

I have always made my own biaz binding, with just a pair of scissors and my iron. I also have the bias binder maker, and sometimes use that.
The most important rule in making biaz binding is that you cut your material correctly.
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Marietta

I agree with Marietta, cutting the fabric correctly is the best way to get good results. I always make my own too. I have a metal bias tape maker that I pull the strip of fabric through and press it when it comes out the other side. It's very easy to use, just take care not to burn yourself. They come in different sizes . I got mine at JoAnn Fabrics but I'm sure other fabric stores carry them as well. I think mine cost around $10 but it makes a wider bias tape which I like to use for binding on my quilts. You might want to check JoAnn's online. I think they are called bias tape makers. I like making my own because I can use the same fabric in my project so everything matches.
Good Luck!
Meri

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I use both - the ready one in uni colours and really often I make them myself with scissors and iron and use really colourful fabrics then :o) love to mix colours and patterns !
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sandra

I make bias using a bias maker which I tape in front of foot on sewing machine, then using zig zag on sewing machine with top tension loosened and using a contrasting thread I sew as it comes through from the bias maker, this keeps the bias nice and flat without the need to Iron. When I am sewing for stained glass I apply school glue or glue stick to back of bias and Iron on to pattern then use twin needle to sew it on. Snip the zig zag stitches here and there and pull to remove. G