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How do you attach satin binding to a crochet blanket?
It takes a little patience and a few easy steps to sew a satin border to a knit blanket. Wash the satin border by hand in warm water with a mild detergent. Measure the knit blanket’s length and width. Fold the blanket in half, lengthwise. Lay the blanket flat. Baste the satin border strips to the knit blanket.
How much fabric do I need for a self binding baby blanket?
Fabric requirements for your Self Binding Baby Blanket: 1 1/4 yards backing/binding. 7/8 yard of contrasting fabric.
What is single fold satin blanket binding?
Wrights single fold satin blanket binding is made of 100-percent polyester colorfast material and comes with satin finish. Perfect for many hemming needs from blankets to home decor and wearables to toys. It has woven edges so binding will not fray and will not loose its luster. Machine washable and dryable.
What is the difference between bias tape and binding?
Now that you’re an expert on the differences between tape, facing, and binding, we’ll cover some tips and tricks for getting a great finish. This is because while bias facing turns the seam allowance inward, bias binding simply wraps around the raw edge.
What is a self binding blanket?
Also known as fold-over binding, a self-binding is made from excess backing fabric that’s trimmed to size and folded to the front side of the quilt to enclose the raw edges. This binding is best only for small projects because it’s a straightedge binding and therefore doesn’t have the flexibility of a bias binding.
Do I need bias tape?
Bias tape is perfect for a decorative finish on a curved edge because the bias will bend and ease around the curve. A straight-grain strip will not curve without kinks and warping. Bias is used in many quilting techniques and sewing projects.
Does fleece have a bias?
Since fleece has so much stretch, there is no need to cut on the bias; cutting on the width of fabric works fine. This works since fleece does not fray.
How much satin binding do I need?
To figure out how much blanket binding you need, measure the length of each side of your blanket or quilt and add 4 extra inches. If you would prefer to use a different kind of fabric or a pattern that is not available, you can make your own blanket binding with a 2 in. bias tape maker.
How many yards of blanket binding do I need?
Multiply the number of strips (7) by the width of the strip (2½”) and you need 17½” of fabric. If you work in yards, divide that number by 36 to get a ½ yard and if you work in meters, divide that number by 39 to get .
What is the difference between single fold and double fold blanket binding?
Single fold binding has the edges folded over to the middle. Double fold binding has the edges folded over AND has been folded in half again.
How do you sew binding?
2 Method 2 of 3: Sewing Double-Fold Bias Binding Pin the binding to the edge of your fabric. Trim off any excess fabric. Sew along the crease. Press the seam allowance towards the binding. Fold the binding over so that half is on each side of the fabric’s edge.
How wide is a border for a baby blanket?
Start out by cutting your back fabric to 42 by 42 inches. Then, cut your front fabric to 32 by 32 inches. You can honestly make this blanket any sized. I like the look of a very thick border.
How do you make a closed blanket stitch?
Closed blanket stitch takes the basic stitch and turns it into a row of triangles connected by a shared line. Start with two parallel lines and begin the first stitch on the left side of the top line. Follow the same format as for the basic stitch – out at point A, in at point B, and back out at point C.
What thread do you use for blanket stitch?
Blanket stitching can be done with yarn, 6 strand embroidery floss, pearl cotton, and many other threads. Basically, the thicker and heavier the fabric you are using, the thicker the thread and the larger the needle you will be using to blanket stitch.
What are the measurements for a baby blanket?
Baby blankets are crocheted from soft fiber to give a cozy, warm feeling to your little one. A Baby blanket size is usually 14 by 16 inches and is used as a security blanket for infants.
What size should I make a baby blanket?
Average newborn baby blanket dimensions should be 28 x 34 inches or 30 inches all around if a square blanket is what you desire. You may also use a 30-inch square quilt or 30 x 40-inch quilt if you so wish.
What is the best stitch for satin?
Finishing your seams is a must because satin frays so easily. Pinking, serging and zig-zag stitching are all good options because they are lightweight and won’t show through on the right side of the garment. Satin and seam-rippers do not get along. Ripping out a seam on satin is likely to cause holes.
Do you need a special needle to sew satin?
When sewing, use quality thread and an appropriate needle (I typically use a universal needle). Satin is slippery so you will need to attach the pieces together when sewing. If you pin the pieces, make sure you pin in the seam allowance. Another option is to clip the pieces together, which is the method I used.
Does bias binding fray?
You can use it to finish your garment by attaching it and folding it around or behind the edges or just attach a strip and leave it unfolded for a raw edge that doesn’t fray. Because the strips have a natural stretch, they are perfect for finishing curved edges.
What fabric is best for bias tape?
The best fabrics for making bias tape Lightweight silks, cotton batiste, cotton voiles, cotton quilting fabrics, shirtings, cotton chambrays all make excellent bias. But you can be a little adventurous as long as the fabric is lightweight.
