Neckline binding
The process of preparing and attaching the rib-knit neckband to the sweatshirt neckline.
Where it is used
Positioning Neckline Binding
p. 3- Lay the bias tape on the right side of the dress top, matching the neckline and front edge. Do not stretch at the back neckline, but gently stretch along the straight front edge. Pin or baste in place.
Sewing Neckline Binding
p. 3- Sew along the seam allowance at 1 cm, ensuring the stitch line catches the main edge thread. Press with an iron.
Preparing Neckline Binding
p. 3- Fold the binding piece in half lengthwise and press flat, being careful not to stretch the fabric.
Pressing the Neckline
p. 4- Stitch the bias tape in place from the right side of the dress, keeping the seam 0.7 cm from the edge. Remove basting stitches and press.
Finishing Neckline Binding
p. 4- Trim seam allowances to 0.5 cm and make small notches along the back neckline curve. Press allowances toward the binding, fold the binding to the inside, baste by hand, and stitch 0.7 cm from the front opening edge.
Marking Neckline Centers
p. 3- Mark the center of the front and back at the neckline edge.
Shaping Neckline Facing
p. 4- Shape the facing with an iron, giving it a gentle curve. To do this, lightly stretch the raw edge of the neckline while pressing along the fold line.
Prepare Bias Strips - Step 1
p. 4- Press the bias strips for the armhole and neckline in half, wrong sides together, along the long edges.
Baste Armhole Binding
p. 5- If you’re comfortable with sewing, you can skip the basting and attach the bias tape directly, stretching it as you sew. If you’re just getting started with sewing, it’s best to baste the bias tape first, stretching it evenly between the guide points.
Position Armhole Binding
p. 5- Lay the dress facing you. Get the bindings ready for finishing the armhole. At both the start and end of the binding, leave a 2 cm allowance—this helps you start and finish the stitch, keeping the binding evenly stretched along the entire edge. Find the armhole marker on the binding. Place the side with the armhole marker against the front part of the dress. Pin the binding to the dress, lining up the markers at the armhole and shoulder seam.
Pin Armhole Binding
p. 5- The ends of the bias tape (about 2 cm each) should extend past the edges of the dress, just like you see in the photo. You can also pin the bias tape while gently stretching it to keep things even.
Stitch Armhole Binding
p. 5- Attach a twin needle to your sewing machine. It's a good idea to test your stitch on a scrap piece first. On some machines, loosening the upper thread tension can help improve stitch quality. Sew the binding in place using the twin needle. The left line of stitching should be about 1–2 mm from the edge of the binding (the edge lying against the dress). Begin stitching at the tail end of the binding. Secure your stitches at both the beginning and end. Remove the basting and press the seam.
Related terms
requiresOverlock stitch
requiresNeckband
requiresBias tape
depends onSewing machine
requiresPressing open
stabilized byTwill tape