Top sewing tip

To find the true bias, fold fabric diagonally at a 45° angle to the selvedge and grain. Press the fold then open the fabric out flat. Draw the strips parallel with the pressed line.

Meet the designer

Author Cheryl Owen is a passionate crafter, who has written more than 40 books on sewing, quilting, and other crafts. She is well-known for her simply adorable plushie toy patterns, which frequent