Uploaded November 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
There are lots of times in sewing when you need to turn a loop. Spaghetti straps, rouleaux straps, maybe it's a big loop (think scrunchie) or super tiny (like the button loops for our Nicks Dress and Blouse). Whatever the size, the principle is the same, and there are lots of tools and techniques you can use to achieve the same effect. That said, you will be slightly limited as to the width of the finished tube you are going for with a few of these methods, so it's important to know that going in. We tried four ways to turn loops of various sizes so the next time you have to tackle this step, you can jump right to the right solution for the job!
You can also visit our blog to read more: blog.closetcorepatterns.com/how-to-turn-loops-four-ways
Nicks Dress and Blouse Pattern
closetcorepatterns.com/collections/sewing-patterns-all/products/nicks-dress-blouse-pattern
Supplies
Fabric strips cut along the bias
Pins
Thread
Scissors corefabricstore.com/products/8-carbon-steel-fabric-ldh-scissors
Tube turners corefabricstore.com/products/fabric-tube-turner-set
Loop Turner Hook
Ribbon or Cord
Universal clear presser foot
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Closet Core Patterns
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There are lots of times in sewing when you need to turn a loop. Spaghetti straps, rouleaux straps, maybe it's a big loop (think scrunchie) or super tiny (like the button loops for our Nicks Dress and Blouse). Whatever the size, the principle is the same, and there are lots of tools and techniques you can use to achieve the same effect. That said, you will be slightly limited as to the width of the finished tube you are going for with a few of these methods, so it's important to know that going in. We tried four ways to turn loops of various sizes so the next time you have to tackle this step, you can jump right to the right solution for the job!
You can also visit our blog to read more: blog.closetcorepatterns.com/how-to-turn-loops-four-ways
Nicks Dress and Blouse Pattern
closetcorepatterns.com/collections/sewing-patterns-all/products/nicks-dress-blouse-pattern
Supplies
Fabric strips cut along the bias
Pins
Thread
Scissors corefabricstore.com/products/8-carbon-steel-fabric-ldh-scissors
Tube turners corefabricstore.com/products/fabric-tube-turner-set
Loop Turner Hook
Ribbon or Cord
Universal clear presser foot
Where to Find Us!
Closet Core Patterns
Blog – blog.closetcorepatterns.com
Instagram – instagram.com/closetcorepatterns
Pinterest – pinterest.ca/closetcorepatterns/_saved
Tiktok – tiktok.com/@closetcorepatterns
Website – closetcorepatterns.com
Our Sister Brand
Core Fabrics
Instagram – instagram.com/corefabrics
Pinterest – pinterest.ca/corefabrics
Tiktok – tiktok.com/@corefabricstore
Website – corefabricstore.com
