Single Fold Bias Binding- Crackstitch
Learn how to sew a ¼” (6mm) single bias binding with a crackstitch, also known as ‘stitch in the ditch.’ This binding is a popular finish for necklines, armholes or any garment where you need a clean finished edge.
For additional lessons on sewing bindings view: Single Fold Bias Binding – Edgestitch, French Piping, Single-Fold Neck & Armhole Bias Binding, Hong Kong Bound Seam Finish and Hong Kong Hem Finish.
| Module | Description | Step |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lesson Prep | 1-3 |
| 2 | Sewing the Binding | 1-7 |
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MODULE 1 • Lesson Prep
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1A | For this lesson, we have prepared two pieces of #2 muslin. One piece measuring 10” (25.4cm) in the width grain by 5” (12.7cm) in the length grain. This represents the body piece. |
| 1B | The second muslin piece will be a bias strip measuring 1 ¼” (3.2cm) wide by 12” (30.5cm) long. This is your binding. |
| 2A | Place the bias strip on your ironing board then, measure and turn up the ¼” (6mm) seam allowance along the length edge of the strip, using your clear plastic ruler. You could also mark the ¼” (0.6cm) seam allowance with your pencil. |
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