Excellent tutorial. I want to perfect using binding finishes. The instructions are very clear and no distracting Chatter or music. Very helpful. Much appreciated.
I wanted to do this binding technique so I searched to find that someone used this for a jacket. Your technique is fantastic but your joining was an absolute bonus. Thank you
I have the same trouble with the bias maker. I like folding it in half and not having to be so fiddly with the edges. And it’s best with lighter weight fabrics for binding so it doesn’t get too bulky.
Lots of good tips! I bind my quilts the same way. It is, at times, tricky to connect the two ends without it slipping etc. just takes practice. The jackets are really cute!!!!
Thank you for your feedback! Connecting the ends of the binding can indeed be tricky, but with practice, it becomes easier. I'm glad you found the tips helpful 💜😊 thank you!
I have watched a gazillion videos of this technique for joining bias binding. This is the first that is so clear that I'm certain I'll have success the next time I have to join binding. Thank you!
Excellent teacher! Glad I listened to this. Visuals are excellent. I am inspired. I am working on a fine wool winter robe I want to put piping on the outside and bias binding on the inside. I have made a mock up and didn’t like the inside sleeves. Learning the assembly order and to add binding to raw pieces before putting them together is a game changer. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that. Working on a fine wool winter robe with piping on the outside and bias binding on the inside sounds like a wonderful project! Learning about the assembly order and adding binding to raw pieces before putting them together can indeed make a big difference in the final result. Wishing you the best of luck with your robe, and feel free to reach out if you need any further guidance. Happy sewing!💜
I love this tutorial! I'll definitely try the tweed technique, it seems beautiful and awesome not to have the lining issues and slowness that we experience when trying to do something tailoredish
Thank you so much! I'm glad you loved the tutorial and found the tweed technique inspiring. It's great to hear that you'll be trying it out-it's definitely a wonderful way to avoid the usual lining issues and speed up the process. Happy sewing! 💜💜
This is genius! My Great Jones turned out so cute. I followed both your binding and end techniques, and it worked beautifully. Thank you Christine! I love your patterns.
I recently discovered your channel and have learned so many useful things from you. Thank you! I first found you when looking help on a French seam with a 90* sleeve without bulk and now connecting bias beautifully. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Hi Christine, I have watched your video three times now.. it is excellent! I have been trying your techniques on a baby jacket I am making for my grand daughter. Everything went ok until I got to the very end… joining the pieces. Then came disaster.. I could not execute the trick you so carefully showed us. And I measured incorrectly .. it was too short! More practise clearly needed! Many thanks
ohh! I'm sorry the ending didn't turn out well! With practice you will get it perfect, I'm sure!! I'm very glad that the video has been so useful to you! I would love to see the result when you have it! 💜
Hi Christine, I have finished the baby jacket.. it is far from perfect but I am happy with it. How can I send you a picture.. Do you have an e Mail address or web site? Many thanks for all your help.
What a great tutorial, Christine! Thanks so much!💜.. so now I can make your Great Jones vest! I bought your pattern the same week it was released, and now I know how to finish it beautifully with this technique . 🤍cheers from PNW!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tutorial and found it helpful for finishing your Great Jones vest. It's always rewarding to know that my patterns and tutorials are being put to good use by fellow crafters. Cheers to you from the PNW, and happy sewing on your vest project! 💜💜💜
Great video, Christine! Theres a new binding technique for quilts that I think could translate to garment binding. In this the binding wouldnt show on the front but you dont have to mitre the corners, you use a folded triangle of fabric at each corner that covers the ends of the binding. I think Timothy Totten has a video of it. You get a nice sharp corner with no bulk. Im thinking of trying it on a scarf first. The straight edges dont even need bias cut strips. Have you seen the movie about Chael? I saw it several years ago and it shows all the work that goes in to couture. In one part Karl has to go to the country to beg the woman who makes the Chanel fringe and trums to please hurry. She has a farm and does the work on these old machines. Chanel isnt her only client but she has done the work since Coco Chanel was still around. Its such a good film, I think youd enjoy it.
Hi Charlotte!! It's so great to hear from you ❤️ That binding technique sounds so interesting, I will find it! You had me at "sharp corners with no bulk" haha 😂 I need to see that Chanel movie!!! Sounds right up my alley, thank you so much for the recommendation 🙂 Is it the one with Audrey Tautou? Coco Before Chanel?
@@SewingandtheCity Took me forever to find the title, lol. It's named "Signe Chanel". I thought it was wonderful because it concentrated on the workshop. Let's face it, Karl would loosely sketch something, it was the workers who figured out how to create his vision.
Thank you so much for making this video!! I’ve been using store bought bias tapes for the edges of my clothing but wanted to try something thinner and subtler for the unlined blazer I’m starting. I will be watching this video over and over until each edge is finished! Do you have any advice for the vent part of a jacket? It kind of zig zags down, to the right, then down again on the pattern. I was thinking about trying the miter technique but wasn’t sure if you know of any other methods!
Thank you for your comment! I'm glad you found the video helpful. For the vent part of your jacket, the miter technique can work well to create neat, crisp edges. Another method you might consider is the Hong Kong finish, which can give a clean look to the inside of the vent. Take your time with the tricky parts and happy sewing! 💜
This is a great tutorial thanks so much for sharing. I have tweed that I’ve been avoiding using but your pattern looks great as does the fringe edging. Can I ask; the edge of the strip that you fold to the back side of the garment are you just leaving it raw and I guess it frays over time? Many thanks 🙏
Thank you!! and yes, just leaving it raw as well inside. The 1/2" that is unstitched frays but I like the look 😉 If I were to have folded under the raw edge, the binding would then be pretty bulky ❤️
Thank you so much! Yes, I would bind the edges first and I think you could either bind the top and bottom edges of the zipper, too...or somehow tuck them under the binding 🙂
Omg! so useful, thank you for sharing. your knowledge with us! Question: how would you do the binding of the sleeves when there are pleats (puffy sleeves). I tried to do this and it was very difficult. Sorry if you mentioned it and I missed it, but, now wide are your binding strips? Gracias mil!
You're so welcome! Yes, with the puffy sleeves there is a bit more bulk. What I do is sew a line of additional stitching at the 1/2 inch seam allowance. This helps flatten out the pleats so you can wrap the binding around it more easily.
Excellent tutorial. I want to perfect using binding finishes. The instructions are very clear and no distracting Chatter or music. Very helpful. Much appreciated.
Thank you! I'm glad you found the tutorial helpful. Good luck with your binding finishes-you're doing great!
That was so well filmed and very very helpful!!! Thank you so much ❤
Thank you so much for tuning in! ❤️
Connecting the binding is a magical technique! I find leaving around 8” instead of around 4” makes it much easier to connect.
Absolutely, leaving a bit of extra length when connecting the binding can definitely make the process easier 😊
I wanted to do this binding technique so I searched to find that someone used this for a jacket. Your technique is fantastic but your joining was an absolute bonus. Thank you
Glad it was helpful! ❤️
I love a bias finish, always looks so neat. Love what you did with the edging of your tweed jacket. ❤️🌺
Thank you, Lenore! ❤️
You mean I don't have to iron with the metal bias tape maker? I find it so hard to keep both sides even when I iron! This is wonderful! Thank you.
I have the same trouble with the bias maker. I like folding it in half and not having to be so fiddly with the edges. And it’s best with lighter weight fabrics for binding so it doesn’t get too bulky.
Thank you soo much 😍💜
Wonderful tutorial!
Glad you think so! thank you 💜
Thank you!! You have the best tutorials!!
aww thank you so much Gloria!
My first video of yours and it was great! And binding the edges of your garment pieces before sewing the seams is genius - thanks for sharing.
You are so welcome! Nice to "meet" you and thanks for watching! ❤️
Lots of good tips! I bind my quilts the same way. It is, at times, tricky to connect the two ends without it slipping etc. just takes practice. The jackets are really cute!!!!
Thank you for your feedback! Connecting the ends of the binding can indeed be tricky, but with practice, it becomes easier. I'm glad you found the tips helpful 💜😊 thank you!
Great binding tips - thank you ❤
Glad it was helpful! thank youu 😍😍
Enjoyed your bias process. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for tuning in! ❤️
Thank you so much for this video 💛
You're so welcome!💜💜
I have watched a gazillion videos of this technique for joining bias binding. This is the first that is so clear that I'm certain I'll have success the next time I have to join binding. Thank you!
Oh I'm so glad!!! 🌸
Loved this tutorial thank you.
Glad it was helpful! thank you!! 💜
Thanks for the great info, just in time, as I am getting ready to bind my Jones Jacket!
Oh perfect!! happy sewing :-)
Excellent teacher! Glad I listened to this. Visuals are excellent. I am inspired. I am working on a fine wool winter robe I want to put piping on the outside and bias binding on the inside. I have made a mock up and didn’t like the inside sleeves. Learning the assembly order and to add binding to raw pieces before putting them together is a game changer. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that. Working on a fine wool winter robe with piping on the outside and bias binding on the inside sounds like a wonderful project! Learning about the assembly order and adding binding to raw pieces before putting them together can indeed make a big difference in the final result. Wishing you the best of luck with your robe, and feel free to reach out if you need any further guidance. Happy sewing!💜
I love this tutorial! I'll definitely try the tweed technique, it seems beautiful and awesome not to have the lining issues and slowness that we experience when trying to do something tailoredish
Thank you so much! I'm glad you loved the tutorial and found the tweed technique inspiring. It's great to hear that you'll be trying it out-it's definitely a wonderful way to avoid the usual lining issues and speed up the process. Happy sewing! 💜💜
Thank you so much! Brilliant tutorial!🙏
You're very welcome!😍💜
This is genius! My Great Jones turned out so cute. I followed both your binding and end techniques, and it worked beautifully. Thank you Christine! I love your patterns.
Thank you so much Carol 😍💜💜💜
I recently discovered your channel and have learned so many useful things from you. Thank you! I first found you when looking help on a French seam with a 90* sleeve without bulk and now connecting bias beautifully. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!
Oh I'm so glad!! Your comment made my day!! 🌸
Thank you!
You're welcome ❤️
Hi Christine, I have watched your video three times now.. it is excellent!
I have been trying your techniques on a baby jacket I am making for my grand daughter. Everything went ok until I got to the very end… joining the pieces. Then came disaster.. I could not execute the trick you so carefully showed us. And I measured incorrectly .. it was too short!
More practise clearly needed!
Many thanks
ohh! I'm sorry the ending didn't turn out well! With practice you will get it perfect, I'm sure!! I'm very glad that the video has been so useful to you! I would love to see the result when you have it! 💜
Hi Christine, I have finished the baby jacket.. it is far from perfect but I am happy with it. How can I send you a picture.. Do you have an e Mail address or web site?
Many thanks for all your help.
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Вам!! ❤россия
Thank you sooo much 😍💜
Excellent tutorial! Thanks very much for taking the time, Christine 🙏
You are so welcome!💜💜💜💜
Really wonderful tutorial 😊
Thank you so much 😍💜
What a great tutorial, Christine! Thanks so much!💜.. so now I can make your Great Jones vest! I bought your pattern the same week it was released, and now I know how to finish it beautifully with this technique . 🤍cheers from PNW!
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the tutorial and found it helpful for finishing your Great Jones vest. It's always rewarding to know that my patterns and tutorials are being put to good use by fellow crafters. Cheers to you from the PNW, and happy sewing on your vest project! 💜💜💜
Great video, Christine! Theres a new binding technique for quilts that I think could translate to garment binding. In this the binding wouldnt show on the front but you dont have to mitre the corners, you use a folded triangle of fabric at each corner that covers the ends of the binding. I think Timothy Totten has a video of it. You get a nice sharp corner with no bulk. Im thinking of trying it on a scarf first. The straight edges dont even need bias cut strips. Have you seen the movie about Chael? I saw it several years ago and it shows all the work that goes in to couture. In one part Karl has to go to the country to beg the woman who makes the Chanel fringe and trums to please hurry. She has a farm and does the work on these old machines. Chanel isnt her only client but she has done the work since Coco Chanel was still around. Its such a good film, I think youd enjoy it.
Hi Charlotte!! It's so great to hear from you ❤️ That binding technique sounds so interesting, I will find it! You had me at "sharp corners with no bulk" haha 😂 I need to see that Chanel movie!!! Sounds right up my alley, thank you so much for the recommendation 🙂 Is it the one with Audrey Tautou? Coco Before Chanel?
@@SewingandtheCity Took me forever to find the title, lol. It's named "Signe Chanel". I thought it was wonderful because it concentrated on the workshop. Let's face it, Karl would loosely sketch something, it was the workers who figured out how to create his vision.
Thank you so much @charlottemccaig578 ! I never would have found that if you hadn't searched :-) Looks fab!
I've never sewed binding, and your video has made me want to try it!
I'm so glad!😍💜💜💜
Thanks so much Christine. Very informative and so useful❤
Thank you soo much Sharon😍💜💜
❤ may I ask how or where you get your labels made?
Thank you so much for making this video!! I’ve been using store bought bias tapes for the edges of my clothing but wanted to try something thinner and subtler for the unlined blazer I’m starting. I will be watching this video over and over until each edge is finished!
Do you have any advice for the vent part of a jacket? It kind of zig zags down, to the right, then down again on the pattern. I was thinking about trying the miter technique but wasn’t sure if you know of any other methods!
Thank you for your comment! I'm glad you found the video helpful. For the vent part of your jacket, the miter technique can work well to create neat, crisp edges. Another method you might consider is the Hong Kong finish, which can give a clean look to the inside of the vent. Take your time with the tricky parts and happy sewing! 💜
This is a great tutorial thanks so much for sharing. I have tweed that I’ve been avoiding using but your pattern looks great as does the fringe edging. Can I ask; the edge of the strip that you fold to the back side of the garment are you just leaving it raw and I guess it frays over time? Many thanks 🙏
Thank you!! and yes, just leaving it raw as well inside. The 1/2" that is unstitched frays but I like the look 😉 If I were to have folded under the raw edge, the binding would then be pretty bulky ❤️
Your video is great. I am wanting to add an open end zipper on front. Would I bind the edge first then add the zipper?
Thank you so much! Yes, I would bind the edges first and I think you could either bind the top and bottom edges of the zipper, too...or somehow tuck them under the binding 🙂
Omg! so useful, thank you for sharing. your knowledge with us! Question: how would you do the binding of the sleeves when there are pleats (puffy sleeves). I tried to do this and it was very difficult. Sorry if you mentioned it and I missed it, but, now wide are your binding strips? Gracias mil!
1 1/2 inch?
You're so welcome! Yes, with the puffy sleeves there is a bit more bulk. What I do is sew a line of additional stitching at the 1/2 inch seam allowance. This helps flatten out the pleats so you can wrap the binding around it more easily.
Thank you!
You're welcome! 🥰❤️