How to Sew on the Bias

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  • In this video: Learn how to sew on the bias. We'll teach you all about the bias, including why bias-cut garments are special, how to cut your pattern pieces on the bias, stabilize to prevent stretching, and the best patterns to use.
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ความคิดเห็น • 74

  • @yazminrojas6351
    @yazminrojas6351 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, thank you!

  • @carmengomez-munoz4723
    @carmengomez-munoz4723 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very thorough explanations!!

  • @shani4521
    @shani4521 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great advice. Thanks.

  • @Madilyns
    @Madilyns 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish I could give you a thousand thumbs up!!! Thank you, thank you!!!

  • @patfisher4118
    @patfisher4118 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, that was very helpful. I learnt a lot.

  • @hmf5328
    @hmf5328 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hello Haley, I am just thrilled with the way you teach us students. Your voice is clear, pronounced and so easy to understand, no uhm, ah, etc., just really professional and easy to follow. I have been listening to MANY online tutorials and about half the time I quit early because I don't understand what is being said.

  • @momzilla9491
    @momzilla9491 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Some years back I watched one of our TH-cam contributors design and sew her own full length cape, cut on the bias, a.k.a. a circle. She talked about hanging the material overnight, and the next day the hem was really wonkie to work with. Such is the nature of bias!

  • @judycanham3947
    @judycanham3947 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    One of the best tutorials I’ve seen from the production angle. Clear concise and easy on the ears.

  • @ashleymacabrequeendunlap881
    @ashleymacabrequeendunlap881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This was very informative,thank you. It also helped me realize I don't want bias for the top I'm making but I'll be saving this video for when I'm ready to do a bias cut top or skirt.

  • @YehoodToob
    @YehoodToob 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Super informative video. Thank you. I like your presenting style too. Clear concise and to the point. No unnecessary droning on. Thanks for that too.

  • @lisaevans5094
    @lisaevans5094 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love Seamwork and have learnt so much from their patterns and tutorials

  • @andreaschlickbernd4481
    @andreaschlickbernd4481 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great information AND reminders to me as I’ve sewn off and on throughout the years and forget these tried n true tips!! Thank you for sharing!

  • @teresamcdaniel8873
    @teresamcdaniel8873 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks so much! I haven't sat down at a sewing machine to actually make something in many years. I am refamilerizing myselt to this machine, It has several options and having to buy different gagets that make sewing much easier. I am enjoying the time now as I like to sew. Love your tips!

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Welcome back to sewing! Thanks for watching. 😊

  • @lisaoconnor3287
    @lisaoconnor3287 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the clear instructions! This instructor seems so patient and kind! Thanks again!👍

  • @LK-zh1hr
    @LK-zh1hr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the best tutorial on biases I found ! Thank you, you are great!

  • @eallencreighton
    @eallencreighton 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you so much! Super informative and you have such an encouraging delivery style. I'm a new sewer and amazed by all there is to learn.

  • @mojoNoodlz
    @mojoNoodlz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was a fantastic explanation of fabric bias and some very useful tips too. Thanks.

  • @justgloria.
    @justgloria. 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great tips for bias cut garments! Saving for reference later.

  • @breeinatree4811
    @breeinatree4811 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I only wish I had seen it two years ago when I made an over dress out of chiffon. I swore that I'd never sew with chiffon or anything like it again. After seeing this video I think I'll give it another go.

  • @junemaeven
    @junemaeven 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    So good! I learned more here than in my CDFP classes!

  • @susanc9067
    @susanc9067 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video answered ALL of my questions. THANK YOU!!

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Awesome! So glad it was helpful!

  • @loriloranger2617
    @loriloranger2617 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow! Thank you. I've been sewing for years, but never really understood bias. Totally get it now!! I appreciate the clarity and simplicity of your explanation.

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's great to hear! Glad it helped.

  • @Golfgirlv
    @Golfgirlv 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great information. Thanks

  • @physioontheriver7325
    @physioontheriver7325 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for all those lovely tips - some I knew and others were a revelation!

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      We always love when we can help with a revelation!

  • @Slivings911
    @Slivings911 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was SO informative and helpful! Thank you! I have subscribed.

  • @santucker7155
    @santucker7155 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for your videos! They are so helpful and you give a great presentation!

  • @berginifrancis2199
    @berginifrancis2199 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    you speak nicely.

  • @Bc-wq7rv
    @Bc-wq7rv 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bias...perpendicular...good to know...Thanks 🤗

  • @k3of5ks
    @k3of5ks 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is super helpful. I learned so much. Thank you!

  • @vanessaleighl7093
    @vanessaleighl7093 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How timely and helpful! I am endeavoring to make my first bias piece, a bias wrap skirt from fabrics-store. I am definitely going to download the Savannah now, I didn't realize there was a Seamwork bias pattern! YAY

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How fun! Yes, and a new bias-cut Seamwork pattern is coming out tomorrow :)

  • @kissieharris4852
    @kissieharris4852 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great and informative video.

  • @roxannedavies5690
    @roxannedavies5690 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've sewed for years but no garments on the bias. The layout is really important, I've learned. Will try something. I love how clothing on the bias drapes on the body.

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  ปีที่แล้ว

      It's true, bias cut clothing can feel and look so nice!

  • @gigilaroux762
    @gigilaroux762 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It would be great if you had shown the process of using a stabilizer and preparing the seams for sewing and then showing it actually being sewn.
    John Galliano used to let Dior bias slip dresses/skirts hang for a day or two before sewing the hem.

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      If your bias-cut garment has a style element that would benefit from a stabilizer (around a zipper, button placket, etc), simply cut a strip of lightweight knit interfacing and fuse it to the wrong side of your fabric where the stabilization is needed. Generally, your other bias cut seams can just be pinned as usual and then sewn. Take extra care not to stretch them as you sew. Hope that helps!

    • @gigilaroux762
      @gigilaroux762 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@SeamworkVideo ok so just pin it together and see while not letting it buckle into ripples? That’s how the ripples happen when you pull it? I saw a video where some sewed the whole side seam of a bias dress with some very lightweight stabilizer and then after sewing they tore it away. It was doable but wanted to see if there were other ways to do it.

  • @machhel
    @machhel 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great information! Thank you so much for the videos. I am confused about the perpendicular and parallel section. She says to make sure to cut it out with seams perpendicular, but the thumbs up example is parallel. Can you please clarify?

    • @emmalivbork8152
      @emmalivbork8152 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i think it´s because she´s talking about how the bias lays, not the pattern (so when you see in the clip the bias line is perpendicular, even though the pattern pieces are parallel.) I´m not sure though, I´m new to sewing and english isn´t my first language so I very well may be wrong, it´s just how I saw it :)

    • @greeninterpreting7238
      @greeninterpreting7238 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      She is saying to pay attention when cutting and make sure the bias grain runs along the arrow on the pattern properly. If not, you may have two panels cut on the bias, but the "diagonal grain" will be following the same direction in both panels. If you have two front panels you want the "diagonal grain lines" (the bias) to be going in opposite directions. Capiche?

  • @ngoziokeke6461
    @ngoziokeke6461 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thanks a for the information. However I have this question that I have been trying to figure out in my head.
    SINCE FABRICS ON BIAS STRETCHES, DO YOU USE YOUR ACTUAL MEASUREMENTS TO CUT OR DO YOU REDUCE YOUR MEASUREMENTS BY ABOUT ONE INCH. FOR EXAMPLE IF YOUR BUST CIRCUMFERENCE IS 40 , CAN YOU REDUCE IT TO 38 OR 39. I WILL BE GREATFUL IF THIS PUZZLE IS UNRAVELED FOR ME. Thanks once more

    • @janyenyo
      @janyenyo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      any bias pattern you purchase in your own size is designed for bias, so I think its "built in", I just didn't understand her explanation of perpendicular vs parallel bias.....

  • @shirleygrimes2522
    @shirleygrimes2522 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    To sew a bias hem turn once stich turn again and stich again.

  • @ukelilly
    @ukelilly ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi. You said a bias cut garment stretches. I want to make a skirt, cut ona bias but using a non stretchy fabric. It's cotton and when I pull on it, it doesnt stretch ( esp why I want to make it on a bias (?) ). Thanks.
    I like your blouse. Do you have a tutorial on that :) ?

  • @adamshute2882
    @adamshute2882 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video. Can I make a cami that is not a stretch fabric on the bias in this way.
    Thank you.

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, as long as your pattern is designed for woven fabrics! Cutting on the bias won't give as much stretch as using an actual stretch fabric.

  • @Sheena000
    @Sheena000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    If I were to make a dress cut on the bias would I be able to cut full length sleeves regularly?

  • @laraineclarke8657
    @laraineclarke8657 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great tutorial, I’m making a bias cut skirt in boucle wool. Must I cut the lining on the bias or will straight cut work. It’s a loose lining btw. Thanks

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It depends on the pattern, but generally if the main fabric is cut on the bias, I cut the lining on the bias as well.

    • @laraineclarke8657
      @laraineclarke8657 ปีที่แล้ว

      Many thanks for your advise.

  • @chriscurtis4270
    @chriscurtis4270 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is a great video. I love making bias cut garments, but please make another video, or explain in greater detail the parallel versus perpendicular cutting problem. The illustrations look like the bias lines are placed parallel & not perpendicular.
    It seems that many of us are confused. Perhaps another video would be helpful, since this seems like an important point.

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The pattern pieces have the bias grainlines drawn in opposite directions, so the lines look parallel. Here's an article with more info: www.seamwork.com/magazine/2015/01/a-guide-to-working-on-the-bias

  • @schubtube
    @schubtube 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello,
    I have a fabric where the pattern looks way more pleasing to the eye on the bias and was wondering if you think the Ruth dress would work on the bias...

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      It might, but you would definitely want to make a muslin on the bias, just to be sure! The notch collar might lose some shape if it's cut on the bias,. We didn't make any samples cut that way, so unfortunately, we're not sure how it would look overall.

  • @carlruss7003
    @carlruss7003 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video thank you!! I have 2 questions if that's ok!
    1. The pattern I'm working on is a dress with a front piece, and two back pieces (for a zipper and centre back seam) on your website post it says "If the garment has center front and back seams, the direction of the bias should alternate around the body." What should I do if I have 3 seams? two will have to be on the same bias.
    2. This same dress has front and back facings (large facings, not bias binding type) again which biases should use for these? Should they correlate with the main pattern piece or be opposite?
    Thank you again!!

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  ปีที่แล้ว

      I would recommend adding a center front seam. That way you can alternate the grainlines and keep the garment from twisting. Regarding the facing, I would recommend cutting them so that the grain matches the piece it is finishing.

  • @lenalamen8125
    @lenalamen8125 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Hi. There is some confusion with the video vs the narrative. When discussing layout, she talks about parallel bias but shows perpendicular, then talks about perpendicular and shows parallel. And the hand motions are opposite of what she is saying! Or has my 50 years of sewing experience misunderstood?

    • @00semi00
      @00semi00 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm an absolute beginner and I was super confused! Do you know what the correct biases should be?

    • @Erni3K
      @Erni3K 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This is something I always get stuck on, I took a class on this, and it still is hard for me to keep clear in my head. The pieces should form chevrons on the side seams, to keep the garment balanced. That way, it grows evenly. That works for me. Vogue Patterns Magazine, final issue Feb/March 2019 has a nice article about this.

  • @cherylgardner4108
    @cherylgardner4108 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I still don't know how to sew a hem on this slippery fabric!!

  • @elizabethlenihan5626
    @elizabethlenihan5626 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I should have watched this before I made the Jasmine blouse....

  • @angelpoppy4459
    @angelpoppy4459 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Design

  • @janyenyo
    @janyenyo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    lost me at perpendicular bias vs parallel bias,, she went to fast and did not explain it !!!

    • @SeamworkVideo
      @SeamworkVideo  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The pattern pieces have the bias grainlines drawn in opposite directions, so the lines look parallel. Here's an article with more info: www.seamwork.com/magazine/2015/01/a-guide-to-working-on-the-bias