You’re welcome! I’m glad the videos help others to learn binding, I personally avoided using the attachment because I didn’t understand how to set it up or how to keep the fabric flowing steady thru the binder, it would always veer off. But with anything, practice makes perfect and it doesn’t take long to get the hang of it!!! Now I love using the binding attachment.
Thank you. Now I have the information I need to tackle this tool. By sharing your experience, you've given me the gift of courage to try to improve my sewing skills.
Thank you, Jeanette! I've been wanting one of these, but it all seemed too confusing. I just ordered one the same size on eBay and look forward to learning how to use it per your very helpful instructions. :)
@@jeanetteweger5518 I’ve only done practice binding with a generic binder similar to yours. I’m still trying to figure out the tension settings before I do it on a real project!
Here is the link www.ebay.com/itm/232264757890?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=CBjV0tQiRna&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=OA1pA9F8RF2&var=533227253044&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Thanks for this Jeanette - i have the babylock BLC2 - bought a generic 10mm binder it starts off fine but then does'nt fold and goes flat - very anoying when half way round
I’m glad the video helps. It does take a bit of practice and I don’t know if your particular machine has a designated binding foot but check to see because the Brother does only if you buy the binding attachment. It helps tremendously because on the side of the foot is a flat guide to help keep the fabric from straying.
Hey Jeanette! Thank you so much for your videos! I have learned so much! I have the same coverstitch machine and have an issue that I have been trying to figure out for a week! I am coverstitching stretch knit binding on knit jersey, and every time i try, the fabric gets bogged and stuck in the machine where the looper threads get all bunched up and it won't push the fabric through. Any tips on how to solve this issue?
Hi Jeanette, I bought one of these feet for my Janome coverpro just yesterday. I found it at my local sewing store for 11.95 Canadian. It is the Janome coverpro binder foot. I wonder if it would work on your brother machine.
Good for you for being able to find one for your machine! They are a game changer but unfortunately, it will not fit the Brother 2340. The feet for the Janome are centered whereas the Brother feet are offset to the left. Somethings should be universal.
hello, thank you for this video. I have been having so many issues getting my binder to work and the information on this video is what i needed. Question: what happens when you have to piece the binding? do you have any suggestions on minimizing bulk when you do have to piece the binding. LOL: i ask because i like to make my life difficult. and
@@jeanetteweger5518 although i am barely learning how to use the binder, I am thinking wouldn't it be easier to make long continuous strips? you mention that you do production work, do you refeed the next strip? just thinking, wouldn't it be easier to just have one long continuous strip? rather than having to refeed the next binding strip every time. as to what I bind, I love to bind the leg openings on swimwear and/or raw edge
@@silviaprado-martinez6420 I just cut the full width of the fabric and feed in each strip as one ends because it only takes a few seconds to redo. Do you know how to serge the binding so it is even and lines up?
I'm just curious, I'm thinking about this machine and binder. Is the blue tape to secure the binder to the machine or just to keep it from getting bumped? Does it screw in?
The binder with blue tape is a generic binder and will need to be taped down. This machine does not have the availability to screw a binder on it. The binder that is available thru Brother along with other attachments they offer, all snap into the channel on the door. I have the Brother double fold binder but because of the bulk I switched to what is called a top clean bottom raw binder. Basically it only folds on top which is half the bulk of the double fold. I bought the generic binder on eBay from ngosew, it’s a 7/16. Hope this helps!
@@jeanetteweger5518 thank you so much. It was very kind of you to respond! I feel I'm pretty patient but my Elna convertible coverstich machine is making me nuts. Thanks again
The plastic one is from Brother. It’s a double fold and I don’t care for the thickness of that attachment so I bought what is called a top clean bottom raw binder on eBay. Is half the bulkiness of a double fold.
I am a bit confused. You said you bought a generic binder 1/2” from eBay but you also said the binder needs a foot that you contacted Brother for an extra foot but wasn’t able to buy it since they sell only with the binder itself. Did the one you bought on eBay come with a foot? If not how and where did you get the foot?
A foot comes with the brother binder, it is a good thing to have. Brother will not and does not sell the foot separately. You have to buy the entire binder again to get a replacement foot and from what I understand, the binder is not over $100.00 so that’s an expensive foot. With knowing that, I found someone local to 3D print a binding foot that I use with the generic binder as it has a shield on the right side of the foot to keep the fabric from straying to the right while sewing. If you would like a foot, I can give you his information. He sells them on Etsy for $10.
@@jeanetteweger5518 hello, do I need the foot to use this generic binder ? Or could I use the one that comes with the machine? Also could I have the link to the Etsy shop please
This particular binder is not a double fold. The Brother binder folds both the top and bottom whereas this binder folds only the top and the bottom is one layer. This binder is called a top clean bottom raw binder and it’s half the bulk of the Brother which I prefer for baby clothes.
@@Baltaperle the Brother binder is designed to be attached to the machine but, the generic binder works excellently as well even though it is taped to the machine. It doesn’t move and everyone uses painters tape to tape it down, it leaves no residue or marks.
Jeanette, regarding that special foot Brother won't sell you a replacement..... How about modifying a different and add the foot edge yourself? Here's the idea from UA-camr , "The Sewing Machine Repair Guy"? He repairs a serger which has a missing/broken plastic hinge that cannot be replaced with a new part because nobody sells it. - - Idea is to modify one of your plastic plastic feet which you can buy and then add the missing lip on the right side of the foot. - - Please watch how the missing plastic is restored with two ingredients: ua-cam.com/video/8ro37xGUALs/v-deo.html Two Ingredients: 1. Cyanoacrylate "Super Glue" 2. Baking Soda Then I think he used sand paper to reshape the glue. I hope the light bulb in your head turns on with the thinking, "I think I can do it!"
I watched the video and found it interesting. It just so happens I have a foot that has a slight crack in it that I can try to use his method to build up the right side of the foot. The guy I found to 3D print the foot is asking way too much for one. Thank you for directing me to the video, I’ll get going on it and if it’s successful, I’ll be notifying everyone on the Brother FB pages as well as doing a video on how to do it.
I found a video that teaches you how to turn the double fold device into one like the one you're using. I didn't use a card, I used a straw cut to length, rolled it up and put it in a place of the paper one and it worked perfectly. In the Brother accessory I placed it from the place where the bias was inserted to the end. The video is in portuguese, but for a professional like you it doesn't matter. It starts at 10:15. ua-cam.com/video/vKDJTByENvM/v-deo.html
Jeanette, we really appreciate your showing us how to do these things. You are fantastic.
You’re welcome! I’m glad the videos help others to learn binding, I personally avoided using the attachment because I didn’t understand how to set it up or how to keep the fabric flowing steady thru the binder, it would always veer off. But with anything, practice makes perfect and it doesn’t take long to get the hang of it!!! Now I love using the binding attachment.
Thank you. Now I have the information I need to tackle this tool.
By sharing your experience, you've given me the gift of courage to try to improve my sewing skills.
Let me know if you are successful. Using a binder is much easier than I thought.
Thank you for a wonderful video
Hope it helps.
Thank you, Jeanette! I've been wanting one of these, but it all seemed too confusing. I just ordered one the same size on eBay and look forward to learning how to use it per your very helpful instructions. :)
Glad the video convinced you!! Once you learn you’ll want to bind everything you can!! Let me know how it goes!!!!
Thank you Jeanette! Another very helpful video. :o)
Do you do binding?
@@jeanetteweger5518 I’ve only done practice binding with a generic binder similar to yours. I’m still trying to figure out the tension settings before I do it on a real project!
@@shannon7220 what fabric are you using?
@@jeanetteweger5518 I’ve been trying on Cotton/spandex jersey and also a bamboo french terry, mid weight.
@@shannon7220 for those fabrics I suggest using sharp needles or microtex 80/12
I’m going to try and tape mine
Use the blue painter’s tape as it will be easy to remove and leaves no sticky stuff when you take it off.
I love that you have the same problems as us and don’t edit!, It makes me feel less insane when it happens to me too 😂👍🏻
Yeah, I don't know how to edit, don't want to learn, I don't claim to be perfect, it is what it is!!!! LOL
I always learn something new from you. I am wanting one of these now 😅. I am trying to read the "brand" of the binder..... There are so many on ebay.
It’s a generic that I bought on eBay. When I get home I’ll send you the link.
Here is the link
www.ebay.com/itm/232264757890?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=CBjV0tQiRna&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=OA1pA9F8RF2&var=533227253044&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
@@jeanetteweger5518 I did order the binder. I'm excited. Normally I made it the hard way 😅 So glad I found your channel.
Thanks for this Jeanette - i have the babylock BLC2 - bought a generic 10mm binder it starts off fine but then does'nt fold and goes flat - very anoying when half way round
I’m glad the video helps. It does take a bit of practice and I don’t know if your particular machine has a designated binding foot but check to see because the Brother does only if you buy the binding attachment. It helps tremendously because on the side of the foot is a flat guide to help keep the fabric from straying.
Thank you for this thorough tutorial! I found this particular size on eBay from the seller "evernice"
You’re welcome! Glad the video helps.
Grace G can you tell me the name of this particular one on Ebay I looked and I am having problems finding it. Thank you
@@1954evelyn it’s called a top clean bottom raw 32mm 1 1/4” finish 7/16, look for seller ngosew
Hey Jeanette! Thank you so much for your videos! I have learned so much! I have the same coverstitch machine and have an issue that I have been trying to figure out for a week! I am coverstitching stretch knit binding on knit jersey, and every time i try, the fabric gets bogged and stuck in the machine where the looper threads get all bunched up and it won't push the fabric through. Any tips on how to solve this issue?
Private message me thru my FB and I’ll help you thru it.
Thanks Jeannette! I needed those basics..If I buy a size that I don’t end up liking, will they usually take it back??
If you buy on eBay, read each sellers policy on returns
Hi Jeanette, I bought one of these feet for my Janome coverpro just yesterday. I found it at my local sewing store for 11.95 Canadian. It is the Janome coverpro binder foot. I wonder if it would work on your brother machine.
Good for you for being able to find one for your machine! They are a game changer but unfortunately, it will not fit the Brother 2340. The feet for the Janome are centered whereas the Brother feet are offset to the left. Somethings should be universal.
hello, thank you for this video. I have been having so many issues getting my binder to work and the information on this video is what i needed. Question: what happens when you have to piece the binding? do you have any suggestions on minimizing bulk when you do have to piece the binding. LOL: i ask because i like to make my life difficult. and
What are you wanting to bind that you need to piece together? I haven’t had to piece any strips together because I bind small items.
@@jeanetteweger5518 although i am barely learning how to use the binder, I am thinking wouldn't it be easier to make long continuous strips? you mention that you do production work, do you refeed the next strip? just thinking, wouldn't it be easier to just have one long continuous strip? rather than having to refeed the next binding strip every time. as to what I bind, I love to bind the leg openings on swimwear and/or raw edge
@@silviaprado-martinez6420 I just cut the full width of the fabric and feed in each strip as one ends because it only takes a few seconds to redo. Do you know how to serge the binding so it is even and lines up?
@@jeanetteweger5518 sorry but i don't believe i know how to serge the binding. do you have a video i could watch?
@@silviaprado-martinez6420 watch this. ua-cam.com/video/5zC1r4zyR9M/v-deo.html
I'm just curious, I'm thinking about this machine and binder. Is the blue tape to secure the binder to the machine or just to keep it from getting bumped? Does it screw in?
The binder with blue tape is a generic binder and will need to be taped down. This machine does not have the availability to screw a binder on it. The binder that is available thru Brother along with other attachments they offer, all snap into the channel on the door. I have the Brother double fold binder but because of the bulk I switched to what is called a top clean bottom raw binder. Basically it only folds on top which is half the bulk of the double fold. I bought the generic binder on eBay from ngosew, it’s a 7/16. Hope this helps!
@@jeanetteweger5518 thank you so much. It was very kind of you to respond! I feel I'm pretty patient but my Elna convertible coverstich machine is making me nuts. Thanks again
Is this magnetic? I would like one for my Bernina.
No it is not
Have you tried looking for transparent binder feet on aliexpress?
They don't have the binder foot, I've looked
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Does this generic binder needs a separate binder foot to work ? Doesn’t it work with the foot comes with the machine ?
It will work with the foot that comes with the machine
Jeanette Weger Thank you so much for replying.
I cannot find that size one on etsy and on amazon is not either.... etsy just jas one option and looks totally different from yours
Hello! My fabric kept twisting and not look nice. Im using ribbed knit
Did you cut your strip the correct width?
I would like to have his contact information. Thank you so much. And thank you for your videos.
Here is his Etsy shop, you can message him there
www.etsy.com/listing/1213126495/
Ok so it says for a garment say neckband sew one shoulder seam bind neck bind with binder how do I finish this, where to cut how to connect, etc?
There's a video that shows you what to do, I'm trying to find it. As soon as I do, I'll list it below.
Okay, finally found the instructions!!
Hope this helps, it's pretty informative.
hildesews.com/2018/06/25/seaming-bulky-edges/
@@jeanetteweger5518 thank you could you show how you actually use this to do neckline and armbands, I always Sewing’s round.
@@fantasypaintco you would do the same as what I'm showing in the video then serge the seam shut.
@@brighterhoopes I was able to open it.
You have a video, Aldo made 2 years ago, which show a plastic binder. Have you bought new ones? And why? You say you bought this on EBay
The plastic one is from Brother. It’s a double fold and I don’t care for the thickness of that attachment so I bought what is called a top clean bottom raw binder on eBay. Is half the bulkiness of a double fold.
I am a bit confused. You said you bought a generic binder 1/2” from eBay but you also said the binder needs a foot that you contacted Brother for an extra foot but wasn’t able to buy it since they sell only with the binder itself. Did the one you bought on eBay come with a foot? If not how and where did you get the foot?
A foot comes with the brother binder, it is a good thing to have. Brother will not and does not sell the foot separately. You have to buy the entire binder again to get a replacement foot and from what I understand, the binder is not over $100.00 so that’s an expensive foot. With knowing that, I found someone local to 3D print a binding foot that I use with the generic binder as it has a shield on the right side of the foot to keep the fabric from straying to the right while sewing. If you would like a foot, I can give you his information. He sells them on Etsy for $10.
@@jeanetteweger5518 hello, do I need the foot to use this generic binder ? Or could I use the one that comes with the machine? Also could I have the link to the Etsy shop please
@@deijah2228 here is his email, Johny@awrcustom.com
@@jeanetteweger5518 thank you so much! A life saver
What binder is this?
It’s a generic top clean bottom raw 7/16th. I got it on eBay from ngosew
Can you tell me the brand you bought on ebay.
It's generic and you can get one from the seller ngosew. They have different sizes
what is the difference between this model and the brother SA225cv cover stitch double fold binder?
This particular binder is not a double fold. The Brother binder folds both the top and bottom whereas this binder folds only the top and the bottom is one layer. This binder is called a top clean bottom raw binder and it’s half the bulk of the Brother which I prefer for baby clothes.
@@jeanetteweger5518 correctly understood the brother double sided SA225cv you use to sew baby clothes - bodysuits🤗
@@jeanetteweger5518 it is designed to be attached to the brother 2340cover stitch
@@Baltaperle I use only the top clean bottom raw binder for everything now. It lays nicely and is not bulky.
@@Baltaperle the Brother binder is designed to be attached to the machine but, the generic binder works excellently as well even though it is taped to the machine. It doesn’t move and everyone uses painters tape to tape it down, it leaves no residue or marks.
Jeanette, regarding that special foot Brother won't sell you a replacement..... How about modifying a different and add the foot edge yourself?
Here's the idea from UA-camr , "The Sewing Machine Repair Guy"? He repairs a serger which has a missing/broken plastic hinge that cannot be replaced with a new part because nobody sells it.
- - Idea is to modify one of your plastic plastic feet which you can buy and then add the missing lip on the right side of the foot.
- - Please watch how the missing plastic is restored with two ingredients:
ua-cam.com/video/8ro37xGUALs/v-deo.html
Two Ingredients:
1. Cyanoacrylate "Super Glue"
2. Baking Soda
Then I think he used sand paper to reshape the glue.
I hope the light bulb in your head turns on with the thinking, "I think I can do it!"
I watched the video and found it interesting. It just so happens I have a foot that has a slight crack in it that I can try to use his method to build up the right side of the foot. The guy I found to 3D print the foot is asking way too much for one.
Thank you for directing me to the video, I’ll get going on it and if it’s successful, I’ll be notifying everyone on the Brother FB pages as well as doing a video on how to do it.
I found a video that teaches you how to turn the double fold device into one like the one you're using. I didn't use a card, I used a straw cut to length, rolled it up and put it in a place of the paper one and it worked perfectly. In the Brother accessory I placed it from the place where the bias was inserted to the end.
The video is in portuguese, but for a professional like you it doesn't matter. It starts at 10:15.
ua-cam.com/video/vKDJTByENvM/v-deo.html
I tried that method and didn’t like it but glad you found a way to have a double along with a single fold!!!!
@@jeanetteweger5518 thank you. Now I don't need to buy a lot of accessories. 🤗❤