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December 13, 2019
A favorite quilt binding technique for a clean finish from Quilt Social

Yesterday I went over how to approach quilting a bias binding applique projectwith bias tape made using the UNIQUE Bias Maker Today I’m giving instructions on how to complete your piece of art to hang on the wall. The following is my preferred technique for binding.

To make the binding, cut strips at 2½” wide x the width of the chosen binding fabric (approximately 42″ on average). Sew strips together at a 45° angle. Press seams and trim.

Press length of binding in half and make a 45° cut and fold at the start of the binding, as ...

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December 12, 2019
Indispensable tips for bias tape applique quilting from Quilt Social

Yesterday, I went over how to applique the bias strips to create a picture, with bias tape made using the UNIQUE Bias Maker. Today, I’ll discuss how to quilt the applique piece.

It can be a bit intimidating to decide how to quilt your work after you have put in so much effort in the applique. I let the piece tell me how to quilt it, this is my process…

I always use a walking or an even feed foot… always. It makes all the difference to have all layers of your quilted project feeding through your machine evenly ...

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December 11, 2019
How to draw with bias binding strips on your quilts from Quilt Social

Yesterday I went over making bias tape step by step using the UNIQUE Bias MakerIt takes a little practice but once you have the hang of it, it’s a lot of fun! Today I’m showing how to draw with bias binding strips.

  1. Make the background piece at least 2″ larger all around than you want your final piece to be. This allows for wiggle room while sewing the bias strips down. If you are making your own noodle bowl wall hanging you’ll use a ½ yard of bright red fabric.
  2. Press the background in half and ...

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December 10, 2019
Simple steps to bias tape with UNIQUE Bias Tape Maker! from Quilt Social

Yesterday I explored the wonderful world of bias tape applique! I hope you were inspired </p>
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December 9, 2019
Brilliant bias tape creations with UNIQUE Bias Maker from Quilt Social

I have been quilting for many years now so I have seen more than a few trends take place. I remember when I started quilting, Celtic knotwork was very popular and I took a class to make a sampler quilt using this technique, I still have it. I remember making the bias tape was tricky but once I got the hang of it, everything went smoothly.

If you look back at any of my earlier QUILTsocial posts, you will see how much fun I like to have with applique and this week’s posts will be no different. I like ...

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