BrianM 1 #1 October 1, 2014 I'm trying to do binding with a single needle machine by doing two passes to get two rows of stitches. This works fine for straight edges, but I'm having trouble turning corners. I know how to turn a corner with a double needle machine, but I can't get the tape to fold properly with the single needle. With only one row of stitching, the tape isn't secured as well and doesn't want to go where it should. I've tried sewing the inner row of stitching first, and I've tried sewing the outer row of stitching first, and haven't had success with either. I'm using a ParaGear binder on a Bernina 217. Are there any tricks to doing this, or am I trying to do something that just isn't going to work well?"It's amazing what you can learn while you're not talking." - Skydivesg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #2 October 1, 2014 Sew the inboard row of stitching first. Sew straight until the very edge of the fabric, then reverse two or three stitches. Turn the corner and fold the tape. Sink your next stitch into the (45 degree folded edge). The closer that stitch is to the folded edge, the neater the final product. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrianM 1 #3 October 1, 2014 Thanks Rob. What I've been doing is to sew the inboard row of stitching first, right up to the edge, then advancing a bit to lift the needle, then turning the piece (which is how I've done it successfully on double needle machines). The problem is that without the second row of stitching, the tape doesn't want to fold into place on the bottom - it tends to just bulge out somewhere. I'm not sure how reversing a few stitches will help with that but I'll give it a try when I get home from work. Also, won't reversing a few stitches mean the material will no longer be under the needle once I rotate it?"It's amazing what you can learn while you're not talking." - Skydivesg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexg3265 0 #4 October 1, 2014 Back up a few stitches to behind where the corner will fold over. Then you'll have to lift the foot with the needle in, then I use a metal ruler(small ass one) and line it up with the edge from the underside. Then lift and fold under the edge while pinching the tape to keep it neat. Sewing to the edge and making a stitch or two out that will be under the fold helps as well. Once you have the fold drop the foot and complete one or two stitches until you are even with the next line to sew. Actually I just got done with a dbag and I can take pictures or try to when I get home. I put a 2 sec crude sketch. Should make sense. Hope that helps.I was that kid jumping out if his tree house with a bed sheet. My dad wouldn't let me use the ladder to try the roof... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexg3265 0 #5 October 1, 2014 Or pre fold your corners before they get to the foot. 5-6 stitches before. Obviously it won't work if you're using a right angle feed.I was that kid jumping out if his tree house with a bed sheet. My dad wouldn't let me use the ladder to try the roof... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BrianM 1 #6 October 2, 2014 I played around with various tips from this thread tonight. The folder gets in the way of doing some of but I'm trying everything that's been suggested. Here's a photo of my latest attempt. Still some room for improvement but I will keep practicing."It's amazing what you can learn while you're not talking." - Skydivesg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #7 October 2, 2014 The last photo looks like you have almost "got it!" A little tension on the tape's tail will eliminate most of that slack around the corner. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #8 October 2, 2014 I use a pointed 'pick' to work the under-side of the tape with my machine ready to make the stitch. As soon as the tape looks the way I want it, I drop the presser foot and make the stitch. I've been accused of owning a double needle machine. I use a 31-15 Singer. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
linestretch 0 #9 October 2, 2014 masterrigI use a pointed 'pick' to work the under-side of the tape with my machine ready to make the stitch. I was just thinking the same thing...but I use a cypress screw driver for this.my pics & stuff! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #10 October 2, 2014 linestretch***I use a pointed 'pick' to work the under-side of the tape with my machine ready to make the stitch. I was just thinking the same thing...but I use a cypress screw driver for this. I used a Cypres screw driver at first but switched to a longer pick. It's just worked good for me and gets a 'sharper' corner. I basically use Sandy Reid's method of making a corner but adapted it to a single needle machine. Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexg3265 0 #11 October 21, 2014 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000SVRSRY/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1?pf_rd_p=1944579862&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B001CWDS7W&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0DK5ZSV34Y7363Z1514Z Bought these for other reasons and some of the pics work great for binding. Just throwing it out there.I was that kid jumping out if his tree house with a bed sheet. My dad wouldn't let me use the ladder to try the roof... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
masterrig 1 #12 October 21, 2014 I bought set of 3 automotive picks at a parts store. One of them is straight and angles toward the end. I took a propane torch and heated the other two and bent them to match the angled pic. I can really get a good corner. similar to these: http://www.amazon.com/Forney-70710-4-Way-Pick-4-Piece/dp/B000CFNBR2/ref=pd_sbs_auto_7?ie=UTF8&refRID=0VR33J1FPJV18CKBV8E6 Chuck Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
