DRAFT: Updated Feb. 27, 2013 Using The Zip Bind System .
DRAFT: Updated Feb. 27, 2013Using the Zip Bind System & Stitch in the Ditch Binding FootCongratulations on purchasing the Zip Bind System and Stitch in the Ditch Binding Foot (SND)! These writtendirections will focus on using the tools for binding quilts, table runners, jackets, placemats, etc. with an emphasis onstitching in the ditch. The videos will address using the tools for not only hand binding and SND binding but also basicsewing, 1/4" piecing, top stitching and double needle top stitching and much more. We hope that you will be inspiredto use the tools for a wide variety of quilting, sewing and crafting projects.These written directions are divided into 5 parts:Part 1: Videos and DirectionsPart 2: Three Ways to Bind Projects and Basic QuestionsPart 3: The ToolsPart 4: Getting Started, Step-by-Step Directions - written in order of the processPart 5: General Q & APart 1: Videos and DirectionsVideos: We've finished filming new videos and we're almost there! Here's the status:DVD 1: This DVD is available now! This covers all of the basics for hand binding and stitching in the ditch. If you'vepurchased the tools from Martelli after August 2012, you've got this new DVD. If you already own the tools, you canwatch them at www.martellinotions.com/demovideos.htm or request a DVD by phone, 850-433-1414.DVD 2: Additional videos are now available at www.youtube.com/lindavideos. These will be available on DVD byrequest. These cover: 1/4" piecing, top stitching, double needle top stitching, attaching the foot to specific machines,and successful use of other Martelli tools. I address cleaning the ErgoCutter, changing the blade, using the No SlipStrip Ruler an 1/2" Ruler, cutting continuous binding strips, and more.Written Directions: The latest version of these directions are posted at www.docstoc.com/profile/lmwinner andcalled Zip Stitch (date) 2013. These go hand in hand with the videos. Throughout the year, I may update thedirections so look for the latest date. I also add projects and ideas so check back to see what's new. Currently, thereare lots of projects and directions posted at this site. You can view directions but to print or download, you must loginwith a Facebook ID or create a Docstoc User ID. If I ever move these directions elsewhere, you'll see a post atDocstoc letting you know where the y are.Options for Viewing the Video(s):1. If you have the new DVD, place it in your DVD player and click on Play or the individual video you'd like to watchon your TV. Videos run on a DVD player without 'hanging up' as some DVDs do on your computer. So grab somepopcorn and enjoy the show!2. Or if you don't have a DVD player, place the DVD in your DVD drive of your computer. It should startautomatically. Click on Play or the individual video you'd like to watch.3. Or . go to www.martellinotions.com/demovideos.htm. You'll see the videos broken into 4 parts with the topicslisted below.4. Even if you have DVD 1, go to www.youtube.com/lindavideos and click on Subscribe; keep your mouse there.You should see 'Subscription Menu' pop up. Click on 'Also e-mail me for each new upload'. By clicking on this,you'll receive an e-mail each time I post a new video. Currently, there are over 20 videos posted.
DVD NOTE: If you’re having problems viewing the video from the DVD in your computer, try viewing it on a DVDplayer. If the DVD doesn’t run on your DVD player, contact the office (850-433-1414) and ask for a new DVD. Ifit plays on your DVD player, then you have other programs running on your computer that are interfering. The videois quite large and other programs may be creating a memory problem for you. Restart your machine and shut downany non-essential programs. (Ctrl-Alt-Del) Your kids(or grandkids) will most likely know how to do this!Mac Users: The DVD and videos found at www.martellinotions.com/demovideos.htm andwww.youtube.com/lindavideos should run similarly to any other video you’ve viewed on your computer.Additional Writte n InformationTitleZip Stitch (date) 2012Attaching the FeetMarking your FeetBinding IdeasFormatTextTextTextTextLocationKwik Bind vs Zip BindKwik BindLots of Projects t directions- look for the latest dateAttaching the Foot to your machine, BerninaMarking the Stitch in the Ditch FootProjects that can be bound with the Zip BindSystem/SND or the Kwik BindChart showing the difference between the 2ToolsBobbin Flower, Chiffon Flower, T-ShirtFlower, Humbug Bag, Yo Yos, Coiled FabricBowls, Shiva Paintstiks, Cutting ContinuousBinding Strips,fs Continuous Prairie Points,Ricky Tims One Seam Flying Geese, etc.Additional Videos- I may post a few more videos so stay tuned!Mitered Corners(No Snouts Allowed!)Different WidthsWider BindingsNarrower Bindings¼” PiecingTop ng the Foot to.Videowww.youtube.com/lindavideosFolding and CuttingContinuous BindingFeatures of the Mats,Rulers, CuttersEveryday, All the TimeToolsZip ndavideoswww.youtube.com/lindavideosMaking perfect mitered corners with theMinute MitersAdjusting the tools for various widths ofbindingsUsing the SND Foot as a ¼” Piecing FootUsing the SND Foot afs a Top StitchingfootThere are individual videos showingspecific details for attaching Martelli feetto Bernina, Viking, Janome, Pfaff, & oldermachinesCut perfect bindings quicklyLearn about Martelli Mats, Rulers and theErgoCutters.The Sew Mate, SND Foot and Zip Gunsare great, 'everyday, all the time' tools!A continuation of the above videoAdditional Videos on othe r products or other locationsTitleZip Bind/SNDFormat2 VideosLocationDescriptionPrevious videos using the toolsNo Slip Strip Ruler, ErgoCutter, Cutting MatKwik Bind VideoCurve Master VideosVideowww.youtube.com/martellisqe2 Videos2 zDavid shows the table, mat, ruler,cutters, templates, etc.Video for using the Kwik BindVideos from Sandy Chandler, inventor ofCurve Masterwww.youtube.com/martellisqeI hope you find these directions and videos useful and have many successful experiences with your new tools !Contact the office at 850-433-1414 or martelli@ent.gccoxmail.com or me at 850-449-0259 or Lmwinner@cox.net.Be sure to check www.docstoc.com/profile/lmwinner for the latest directions and lots of projects.Thanks,Linda Winner
Martelli’s Zip Bind System and Stitch in the Ditch Binding Foot DirectionsIn the past, when binding my projects, my goal was to 'just get it done'. I didn't mind that they weren't exactlyperfect; I was just thrilled to be finished and able to get started on another project. I had never planned on enteringanything into a show but even when I took the time, I still didn't get the consistency I was aiming for. I justified it bytelling myself that my family and friends didn't know the 'right way' anyway! But as I look back on some of my pastprojects, I'm a bit embarrassed. Now that I know the 'right way', it's nice to be able to take pride in my finishedpieces. And as a bonus - I've been told by judges that my 'bindings and mitered corners would win awards'! Even ifyou never plan to enter a quilt into a show, you'll appreciate the professional finish. And once you're comfortable, itwill be faster and easier. It’s a shame that something as little as bindings can draw so much attention, but becausethey do, you want the best and most consistent results possible with the least amount of effort.Martelli’s Zip Bind System and Stitch in the Ditch Binding Foot are the tools that you’ll use to bind yourprojects. Once you master these tools, you’ll be amazed at the results you’ll get in a shorter amount of time .Plus, the Stitch in the Ditch Binding Foot is a great foot for top stitching (YouTube Video), straight stitching and as a¼” piecing foot (YouTube Video). You’ll be so impressed with your new skills that you’ll start looking beyond quiltsfor things to bind or sew using these tools!What else can I do with the tools? - YouTube VideoThere's a video on DVD 1 called "Projects with the Zip Bind System and SND". I'll show you a few other things besidesquilts that you can bind with the tools.Aside from bindings, several of the tools can be used for many other projects. I have a video called, "Everyday, Allthe Time Tools" that will be posted on YouTube and on DVD 2 to show you more.The 3 tools that I call ‘everyday –all the time' tools are:1. The Zip Guns & clips – in place of straight pins, quilting clips (hair clips), staples, paper clips , potato chip clips!2. The Sew Mate – seam ripper, stiletto, embellisher, appliqué, paper piecing, finger pressing, machine ribbonembroidery, with your embroidery machine, etc.3. The SND Foot- as a ¼” piecing foot, seam guide foot, teach someone to sew foot, a ‘sew straight’ foot, for ragquilts, purses, pillows, hemming, alterations, etc. The #1 Fence should get lots of use as a regular seamguide foot!4.Keep these tools out so you’ll remember to use them!Here are some ideas for using all of the tools:BabyBibsBlanketsDiaper BagsBaby OrganizersClothing ItemsGift BasketBathroomCurling Iron HolderTowel WrapsHair WrapsOrganizersSleep MasksTowelsBasketsKitchen/HouseHome Dec ItemsUpholsteryRugs, Table SkirtsThrows, PillowsCurtains, ValancesTable RunnersPlacematsPotholders, ApronsMicrowave MittsClothingSweatshirt JacketsDress JacketsVestsNecklines & SleevesJeans SkirtWalletsTravelCurling Iron HolderMake up BagsOrganizersBook OrganizersClothing BagShoe BagFanny PackDrink HoldersTravel BagsGiftsSewing OrganizersCutting Mat BagPillowsEye Glasses HolderGift CardsPursesScrapbook PagesCalendar HolderLunch BagsPlus, I have a document called 'Binding Ideas' that you can find at www.docstoc.com/profile/lmwinner. This has lotsof project ideas that you can create with the Zip Bind System and Stitch in the Ditch Binding Foot.Part 2: Three Ways to Bind your Projects and Basic QuestionsThere are three options for finishing bindings:1. Hand Binding – Use the Zip Bind/SND for those nice projects, or when you have more time or because you enjoyhand binding2. Stitch in the Ditch Binding – Use the Zip Bind/SND for ‘pretty yet practical’ projects or when you’re short on time3. Machine Binding – If you own the Kwik Bind, then you know about machine binding the front & back at the sametime. We call it the ‘get ‘er done’ tool. (Sorry, it's no longer available for sale!)Since these tools allow you to both hand bind and SND, how do you decide? Ask yourself these 3 questions .
Based on your answers, you should be able to decide whether to finish by hand or SND.1. Who is this for?2. What will they do with it?3. How much will they appreciate it?Why should I use these tools if I already hand bind my projects?We all want the best results we can get. Whether it's for a quilt show judge or a 'quilt police friend' or just foryourself, you want to be proud of what you've done. We'll get 'full, consistent' bindings not 'wimpy' bindings. Ourmitered corners will be 'flat and full, sharp and crisp' not 'mushy, gushy, lumpy, bumpy' with snouts - 'no snoutsallowed'! Plus, it will be faster and easier (once you learn the tools!) As Sharon Darling said, "Good enough toimpress quilt show judges" and "in half the time".What are the common problems with Stitching in the Ditch Binding?If you’ve tried 'stitching in the ditch' you'll know about these 3 problems:1. We stitch 'along' the ditch. We start out in the ditch, then we have a few stitches on the binding, then we getback in the ditch, then a few stitches on the quilt, then back in the ditch, then on the binding and so on somuch for stitching 'in' the ditch!2. We catch; we miss. We don't always catch the binding on the back.3. We don’t get a professional look. Because the stitching on the front isn’t exactly straight, it won’t be straighton the back. The binding is wider in some places and narrower in others plus there are puckers and gaps.All of this leads to the 'it's just ugly; rip it out and do it by hand' look!When would you Stitch in the Ditch?1. You want the look of hand binding on front (no stitches) but the practicality and speed of machine stitching.2. You need your project to be able to stand up to many washings in the washer and/or dryer.3. You need to save time.4. You are making many of the same thing.Do I need all of the tools?Yes, whether you plan to hand bind or Stitch in the Ditch (SND), each tool has a specific purpose for each step in thebinding process, making everything better, more accurate and faster and easier.The SND Foot keeps you sewing straight consistently when attaching the binding to the front of your project.That’s critical whether you hand bind or stitch in the ditch. Later, this will keep you stitching in the ditch.The Zip Bind Tool keeps the binding consistent from front to back, side to side, edge to edge. And if you choose tostitch in the ditch, you can adjust the tool to hold the binding consistently wider on the back.The Minute Miters make consistent mitered corners quicker, easier and better than ever. No snouts allowed!The other tools make the whole process easier as well.Can I do curved bindings?Yes and no. When you look at the Zip Bind Tool and the SND Foot, you can see that they are large, straight edgedtools. But, when doing large projects with curves (EX: Christmas tree skirt) the tools work fine. When looking at acurve, ask yourself, can this tool make that curve? On baby bibs, most likely the answer is no! But I can do most ofthe project with the tools and use that magic material (a glue stick!) to help with the curves. Then use a zipper footto finish the curved sections.What’s the fastest way to get started?Pull out the Zip Guns & Clips, the Sew Mate and the SND Foot and get comfortable with them on basic sewing/alterations that you are doing. Watch the ¼” Piecing & Top Stitching Videos on YouTube. When comfortable withthese tools, go to the Getting Started section and hand bind or stitch in the ditch on a Practice Piece.What other tools should I have?If you haven’t seen our No Slip Strip Ruler, you’ve got to check it out! It’s my all-time favorite tool! (Watch the videowith David at www.martellinotions.com/demovideos or my video on www.YouTube.com/lindavideos. If you don’t cutstraight, everything else you do is just trying to make up for that I also love, love, love our turn table (Round-a-bout). I keep one right next to my sewing machine. And for curvedpiecing, nothing beats the Curve Master!
Part 3: The ToolsThe Zip Bind System and SND Foot now come in a travel/cosmetic bag. ( no picture as the bag varies)In the past, they came packaged as you see below. The tools are the same; just the packaging has changed.Zip Bind Systemincludes:3 Minute Miters2 or 3 Zip Guns w/ extra clipsZip Bind ToolSew MateDVDStitch–n-DitchBinder Footincludes:1 Foot4 Fence for varying lofts6 adaptersIf you purchased the products several years ago you received 2 DVDs . (Recycle those old DVDs by making some cooljewelry! See my CD Jewelry directions on docstoc.)Minute Miters –1 Large, 1 Medium,1 Small “Perfect miteredcorners in undera minute!”Stitch- n-DitchFoot6 Adapters4 Fences –no loft, low loft, medium loft & high loftSew Mate –Seam ripper, stiletto, embellishment,ironing, etc. – ‘The 101 uses tool’!Zip Guns & extra Clips –Use in place of straight pins & quilting clipsMore clips in the new packaging.DVD 1 –Runs in a DVD player oryour computer’s DVD driveDVD 2 - available by request.Videos on www.YouTube.com/lindavideosZip Bind Tool –Adjustable for ¼” to 1” binding –keeps binding width consistent asyou sew by machine or hand‘Stitching inthe Ditch’with theStitch in theDitch BindingFoot (SND)and the ZipBind Tool
Zip Bind SystemThe Zip Bind System contains the Zip Bind Tool, 3 sizes of Minute Miters, 3 sizes of Zip Guns and Zip Clips, and aSew Mate. These tools combine to create the Zip Bind System and can be purchased at a special bundled price butthey are sold separately as well.1. The Zip Bind ToolThe Zip Bind Tool ensures even and consistent bindings from 1) front binding to back binding, 2)side to side and 3) one end to the other. The tool is adjustable so that you can finish a binding from¼” to a scant 1” wide. Because the tool provides independent screws on each side, the tool can beused for both hand binding and stitching in the ditch binding. Adjusting the tool correctly for thewidth of your binding will ensure success! If ever you have a problem, check the Zip Bind Tool 2. Minute MitersThe 3 sizes of Minute Miters provide precise, consistent and perfect mitered corners in lessthan a minute. Two Minute Miters are always used on a project; the larger of the two is usedon the front side, the smaller on the back. To determine w hich of the three you would use isbased on the measurement of your folded binding. Use the measurements provided:Small ¼” – ½”Medium ½ - 1”Large 1” – 1 ½”Or Use the ‘eyeball’ method. After sewing your folded binding to the first side , place a Minute Miter on the binding.Choose the Minute Miter that covers the binding from edge to edge the best.3. Zip Guns and Zip Clips (YouTube video)Zip Guns and clips are like a stapler and staples for fabric without the worry of any damage to your fabric. Use themin place of straight pins to hold your fabric together. Zip Guns hold eight reusable clips and come in three sizes small, medium and large. All three sizes can be used for binding light-weight battings and fabric. The large clips aregood for heavier battings and fabrics like polar fleece and flannel. The small clips are good for single layers of fabric inthe case of an apron or jacket. To reload the guns, simply place the clip open side down into the top of the gun andpush with your nail. (The fabric goes in the ‘mouth’ of the zip gun & clips are loaded on the other end of the Zip Gun.)The video provides detailed information on using the Zip Guns.Tip: Place Zip Guns at your sewing machine, ironing board or cutting table – wherever youmight normally use pins4. The SewMate (YouTube video)This multi-function tool can be used for sewing, quilting, crafting. The curved part is a seamripper and great for picking out stitches. The flat section is similar to a stiletto but withoutthe sharp point to damage the fabric. It can be used under the sewing machine needle orfor appliqué, machine ribbon embroidery, finger pressing, turning, flipping, manipulating,holding, etc. Place the tool flat to hold fabric in place under the iron.Stitch in the Ditch Binding Foot(1/4" Piecing & Top Stitching - YouTube videos)The Stitch in the Ditch Binding Foot (SND) was designed to sew the bindings consistently on thefront of your project and to stitch in the ditch but there are several other uses as well. When youhave some time, try using the foot for the following:a. As a Seam Guide for Straight Sewing & Consistent Seamsb. For Top Stitching – with a single or double needle, see how professional your results can bec. ¼” Piecing Foot – for sewing all those blocks together with a ¼” seam – be sure to use the #1 FenceGetting Started with the SND Foot1.2.3.4.Use the ‘Marking your Foot’ directions so that seam allowances and fence numbers are easy to readUse the ‘Fences’ chart to determine which fence will work best for your projectUse the Adapters chart to determine whether you will need an adapter for your machineRead the Needle Position information to see if you need to move your needleMarking your Foot – DVDThe foot has markings but I recommend using a Sharpie permanent marker (& some hair spray) to mark a few things .1. Unscrew the Fence so that you only have the F
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