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Bias binding

Meaning in fashion & textiles, with examples

nounAdvanced term

In fashion & textiles, bias binding means: Strip cut diagonally across woven cloth to finish curved edges.

In Turkish: verev biye

How it is used

Use for the strip itself; its diagonal cut helps it follow a curved neckline without sharp folds.

Example sentences

  1. The bias binding follows the curved armhole without standing away from the body.

    The diagonal grain gives the narrow strip flexibility around a curve.

  2. Join the bias binding before enclosing the final section of the neckline.

    The strip is joined into a continuous finish around the opening.

Common collocations

  • bias binding strip
  • apply bias binding
  • grain lineAn arrow marked on a pattern piece that must be placed parallel to the lengthwise threads of the fabric when cutting, so the garment hangs correctly.
  • necklineThe edge and shape of a garment around the neck, such as a crew neck, V-neck or boat neck.

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