XL Bias Tape Maker: Make 1-Inch Double Fold Quilt Binding

What the XL tool actually produces

The XL Bias Tape Maker is built for one job: folding a long fabric strip into precise bias tape or binding without hand-pressing every inch. According to the supplied product information, it produces 1 inch double fold bias tape or 2 inches single fold bias tape. That makes it the size to reach for when you want 1 inch double fold binding for a quilt or bedding.

The tool folds both edges of the strip toward the center. You feed the strip through and press as it emerges, which is why the product description emphasizes accurate seams and fewer singed fingers than tedious folding and pressing by hand.

Sizes and materials to check before you start

• XL Bias Tape Maker - Use for 1” Double Folded Quilt Binding: Produces 1 inch double fold bias tape or 2 inches single fold bias tape. Confirms the finished binding width this tool supports, so you can match it to your quilt binding plan.

  

• XL Bias Tape Maker - Use for 1” Double Folded Quilt Binding: Made of stainless steel and plastic; measures 4 1/2 inches by 2 inches. Gives you the tool's footprint and construction before you commit table or storage space.
• XL Bias Tape Maker - Use for 1” Double Folded Quilt Binding: The cutting width of your strips depends on how wide your finished binding will be. Explains why strip width is a decision, not a fixed number, and why you should settle the finished width first.

Gather these before you cut fabric

The supplied product information lists the starting supplies for making bias tape or binding with this tool. Set them out first so you are not stopping mid-strip.

• 3 1/2–4 inch wide fabric strips: Cut diagonally on the bias. The product information specifies this range for the XL tool when you want 1 inch finished binding.
• Your hot iron: The tool helps you iron two accurate seams as the strip passes through, so the iron needs to be ready.
• A few pins: Listed among the supplies to gather before you start.
• An awl: Also listed among the starting supplies for feeding and guiding the strip.

How to make 1 inch double fold binding with the XL maker

The supplied information describes the tool's folding action and the strip width to cut, but it does not include a full step-by-step operating sequence. The steps below stick to what the product record supports; for detailed instructions and a video, the product points to its XL Bias Tape Maker Online Manual.

1. Decide your finished binding width first: The product information says strip cutting width depends on how wide your finished binding will be. For 1 inch finished binding, the XL maker is the stated match.
2. Cut 3 1/2–4 inch strips on the bias: Cut diagonally on the bias as specified. This is the strip range the product information gives for the XL tool.
3. Feed the strip through the maker and press: The tool folds both edges of the fabric strip to the center. The product description says it helps you iron two accurate seams on long strips, so press as the folded tape comes through.
4. Store or use the finished tape: If you are not ready to use the bias tape right away, or have leftovers after finishing your project, the product information suggests storing it on a Bias Tape Bobbin.

When the XL size is the wrong choice

The XL maker is aimed at larger-scale work such as binding a quilt or bedding. If you need a smaller finished binding width, the supplied product information directs you to the bias tape maker set and its smaller makers for 1/2 inch or 1/4 inch bindings. Choosing the XL tool for a narrow finish would mean fighting the tool's intended output rather than using it as designed.

The product information does not confirm additional features or accessories beyond what is listed here. If a detail matters to your project and is not stated in the supplied facts, check the online manual rather than assuming.

Where this tool earns its place in a quilt project

• XL Bias Tape Maker - Use for 1” Double Folded Quilt Binding: Perfect for larger scale projects like binding a quilt or bedding. Matches the tool to the job it was intended for, so you can judge whether your project fits.
• XL Bias Tape Maker - Use for 1” Double Folded Quilt Binding: Don't let store-bought bias tape colors, quality and prints limit you; match your project perfectly every time. Explains the practical payoff of making your own binding instead of shopping for a close match.
• XL Bias Tape Maker - Use for 1” Double Folded Quilt Binding: The product points to an XL Bias Tape Maker Online Manual for detailed instructions and video. Gives you the supported next step for operating details that are not included in the supplied record.