Binding refers to wrapping fabric around the edge of another piece of fabric to finish the edge. The binding is topstitched, edgestitched or slipstitched around the fabric, enclosing the raw edge. Binding is frequently cut on the bias so it can be sewn along curved edges easily. Binding cut on the straight grain can only be used on straight edges. Binding cut on the bias can be used on straight or curved edges.
Binding around armhole on Pendrell Blouse
Binding inside Robson Coat
When do you use it?
Binding is a way to finish edges and openings. Binding can be used instead of facings, as a seam finish or even as a hem finish. Replacing facings with binding is a great idea for sheer and lightweight fabrics. Where the facing would show through, the binding is narrow and creates a more subtle finish. If you’re concerned with stability around your edges, then a facing would be a better finish as it adds more support and strength. There are many different ways to apply binding. It can be sewn to your garments with visible topstitching or invisible hand stitching.
Binding is a way to finish edges and openings. Binding can be used instead of facings, as a seam finish or even as a hem finish. Replacing facings with binding is a great idea for sheer and lightweight fabrics. Where the facing would show through, the binding is narrow and creates a more subtle finish. If you’re concerned with stability around your edges, then a facing would be a better finish as it adds more support and strength. There are many different ways to apply binding. It can be sewn to your garments with visible topstitching or invisible hand stitching.
Tips + Notes
- Use hair clips or binder clips instead of pins to hold bias binding in place. These will keep the bias tape flat, whereas pins create bumps. Hand basting is an even more accurate method when the bias tape needs to be perfect.
- Instead of hemming, why not bind your hems with bias binding? It’s a great way to finish curved edges and add a nice border.
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