I also use the method of sewing up one end and placing a straw inside then using chopsticks etc to push the fabric through the straw. When doing the flat method I put the fabric through a small size bias tape maker to iron it without burnt fingers very quick and easy😊
My default is probably the "flat" spaghetti strap that's essentially edge stitched double fold bias tape. But sometimes I want a less visible seam so I'm looking forward to trying a straw next time and not ironing the strap (or wiggling it while ironing so the seam is centered on one side instead of at the edge).
Instead of the bobby pin I used to use a bodkin threader,which is great for turning and threading elastic and only cost about £3.Now I use turning tubes which cost about £7 for three different sizes from Prym which would be instead of the straw.These are amazing.
For the straw method, couldn't you put the straw in the fabric tube first and THEN drop the needle through? You could shave off precious seconds. ;) When I make straps, I use the 4th method only because that's what I'm used to doing although I do use a bias maker when ironing which helps folding in the edges.
My first impression was the straw wasn’t go to work very well, so to my surprise it was the best. I will definitely have to try it. However, the width has to be bigger than the straw, correct? Or get a smaller diameter straw if necessary . Thank you. I have used your last one before and like it.
Just an FYI, it looks like you forgot to trim the seam allowance for the straw method, so the times aren't exactly the same. Plus, wouldn't it would be easier and quicker if you inserted the straw first, then dropped the needle through?
I'm almost certain I did, but we didn't capture it on video. My fault! And yes, someone else mentioned that tip too, I agree it would probably be slightly faster.
I also use the method of sewing up one end and placing a straw inside then using chopsticks etc to push the fabric through the straw. When doing the flat method I put the fabric through a small size bias tape maker to iron it without burnt fingers very quick and easy😊
I do that sometimes too. I love the chopstick addition, will definitely have to try that.
My default is probably the "flat" spaghetti strap that's essentially edge stitched double fold bias tape. But sometimes I want a less visible seam so I'm looking forward to trying a straw next time and not ironing the strap (or wiggling it while ironing so the seam is centered on one side instead of at the edge).
I love the straw method, I wasn’t convinced at first but it really seems like a great option for beginners, love it!!!
I was so surprised!
Instead of the bobby pin I used to use a bodkin threader,which is great for turning and threading elastic and only cost about £3.Now I use turning tubes which cost about £7 for three different sizes from Prym which would be instead of the straw.These are amazing.
Great tip!
I love the straw method! I am gonna use it for sure! Thanks for the video!
Excellent video! I’m going to try the straw method.
For the straw method, couldn't you put the straw in the fabric tube first and THEN drop the needle through? You could shave off precious seconds. ;) When I make straps, I use the 4th method only because that's what I'm used to doing although I do use a bias maker when ironing which helps folding in the edges.
Yes, I think you could do that. You're right, it would probably be slightly faster.
My first impression was the straw wasn’t go to work very well, so to my surprise it was the best. I will definitely have to try it. However, the width has to be bigger than the straw, correct? Or get a smaller diameter straw if necessary . Thank you. I have used your last one before and like it.
Yes, that is exactly right. If the straw is too big, it won't work.
Why didn’t you try using a metal looper?
There are so many great methods out there! A metal looper is another good option.
I wish you would have shown these techniques up close. I'm still not sure I understand exactly how you did the bobby pin and straw methods.
Thanks for the feedback. We'll try to get more close up shots next time to make it clearer.
Just an FYI, it looks like you forgot to trim the seam allowance for the straw method, so the times aren't exactly the same. Plus, wouldn't it would be easier and quicker if you inserted the straw first, then dropped the needle through?
I'm almost certain I did, but we didn't capture it on video. My fault! And yes, someone else mentioned that tip too, I agree it would probably be slightly faster.