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How to insert a Tamabuchi.

How to Make Tamabuchi (Edge Piping)

Cut fabric into 1cm strips — Fig.1: Arrows indicate fabric direction. Cut into strips about 1cm wide.

Deepen the groove and apply glue — Fig.2: Deepen the groove where the edge will fit and apply glue.

Fold chirimen in half and place it — Fig.3: Fold the chirimen in half so the groove is centered.

Temporarily press into the groove — Fig.4: Temporarily press into the groove. The folded ridge faces inward.

Trim excess fabric — Fig.5: Trim off any excess fabric.

Secure without pushing inside too much — Fig.6: Press into place. Do not push too hard or the piping will sink into the groove.

Pull the folded chirimen fabric — Fig.7: Pull the folded chirimen fabric as you work.

Fix temporarily with glue in groove — Fig.8: After fixing the edge, pull the fabric while folded and press into place. Apply glue to the groove in advance.

Trim and secure as in Fig.6 — Fig.9: Trim excess and secure as shown in Fig.6.

Repeat in 2cm sections — Fig.10: Repeat the same steps in small sections (about 2cm). Avoid doing it all at once.

Finished

Completed tamabuchi piping — Finished: Key points are deepening the groove beforehand and not using too much glue.