D13-4 08E Collarette Binder 8mm–30mm for Baby Lock Coverstitch, Ovation & Gloria
The Baby Lock D13-4 08E Collarette Binder is a premium, specialized industrial-style attachment designed for domestic coverstitch and multi-thread serger machines. Featuring a 4-ply (double-fold) structural base, this tool folds raw fabric strips evenly on both the top and bottom sides simultaneously. It accommodates a precise 30mm input tape width and collapses it down into an ultra-clean 8mm finished binding width. Built with an integrated guiding rake, the tool prevents rolling, minimizes twisting, and applies slight structural tension to the binding tape. This mechanical precision ensures flawless, professional-grade edge finishes on both high-stretch knit jersey textiles and stable woven materials.
3 Sewing Applications
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Garment Necklines: Creating clean, durable finishes on t-shirt collars, sportswear neck openings, or delicate baby bodysuits.
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Armholes and Cuffs: Binding sleeveless knit tank tops or finishing fabric edges on sleeves before final side seam assembly.
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Pocket Openings & Curved Edges: Adding a visual pop or structure to apron edges, pouch openings, and rounded bags.
Recommended Application Methods
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Angle Pre-Cutting: Always cut the leading edge of your 30mm binding tape into a sharp "<" or diagonal wedge shape to facilitate effortless feeding through the metal funnel.
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Serpentine Flossing: Weave the fabric strip systematically through the built-in zigzag serpentine guiding rake with the fabric's wrong side facing you to manage input tension.
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90-Degree Foot Pivot: Use long tweezers to grab the tape tail out of the funnel exit, pull it firmly, and pivot it exactly 90 degrees backward underneath the presser foot.
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Tension Stitch Testing: Sew a few test centimeters onto the tape alone to confirm needle alignment before slowly sliding your main fabric edge into the folded binding core.
Applicable Machine Models
Baby Lock Coverstitch Series
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BLCS-2 (Standalone Coverstitch)
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BLC4 Euphoria
Baby Lock 8-Thread Combo Series
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BLES8 Ovation
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BLETS8 Gloria
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BLETS8AE Triumph
User Question Scenarios & Solutions
Scenario 1: Why is my knit tape bunching up inside the funnel and refusing to slide out smoothly?
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Solution: Knit jersey strips curl naturally. Ensure you cut the tip into a distinct point and use a small screwdriver or tweezers to push the fabric across the interior slots until it exits the guide.
Scenario 2: The needles are completely missing the underside of the folded binding strip.
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Solution: Loosen the binder’s two physical hand attachment screws and manually shift the entire metal unit left or right until the left coverstitch needle pierces cleanly through the binding layers.
Scenario 3: Where can I get this exact accessory?
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Solution: You can purchase this authentic accessory online via authorized dealers such as Sewing.sg by Ban Soon Sewing Machine or physically visit their showroom store located at 431 Clementi Avenue 3, #01-328, Singapore 120431.
Scenario 4: What is the price of this specific binder model?
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Solution: The current listed price on the domestic platform Sewing.sg is 70.60 SGD.
3 Safety Precautions
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Power Down During Installation: Always completely switch off the machine's power button before anchoring the binder base to the table holes using the thumb screws.
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Keep Implements Clear of Needles: Never use metal tweezers or screwdrivers near the presser foot zone while pressing the foot pedal.
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Control Your Stitching Speed: Maintain a slow, highly controlled sewing cadence while hand-guiding fabric into the binder mouth to avoid finger slips near the needle bar.
The D13-4 08E Collarette Binder is a genuine Baby Lock attachment designed to create professional-quality double-fold bindings while simultaneously attaching them to your project edge. Ideal for knit and woven fabrics, this binder delivers clean, consistent finishes on necklines, collars, armholes, and curved edges.
Compatible Models
- Baby Lock Coverstitch (BLCS)
- Baby Lock Ovation
- Baby Lock Gloria
Features
- Creates and attaches double-fold binding in a single operation
- Produces professional-looking finishes on garments and accessories
- Ideal for curved edges, necklines, collars, and armholes
- Suitable for both knit and woven fabrics
- Designed specifically for Baby Lock coverstitch machines
- Provides consistent and accurate binding results
Compatible Stitch Types
- Left, Center, or Right Chain Stitch
- Narrow Left Coverstitch
- Narrow Right Coverstitch
- Wide Coverstitch
Applications
- Binding garment edges
- T-shirts and knitwear
- Necklines and collars
- Children's clothing
- Sportswear and activewear
- Decorative edge finishing
Fabric Preparation Guide
- For knit fabrics, cut binding strips across the grain.
- For woven fabrics, cut binding strips on the bias.
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8mm Binder: Cut strips 30mm wide.
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10mm Binder: Cut strips 36mm wide.
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15mm Binder: Refer to the machine manual for recommended strip width.
Recommended Settings
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Sewing Speed: Moderate to Slow
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Stitch Length: 3 – 4mm
Basic Operating Instructions
- With the wrong side of the fabric facing up, feed the binding strip through the serpentine fabric guide and into the binder.
- Cut the leading edge of the strip at an angle to make feeding easier.
- Keep the excess strip positioned to the right of the machine and free from tangles.
- Ensure the binding strip remains flat as it enters the attachment so the edges fold correctly.
- Pull the binding strip through the end of the binder and pivot it approximately 90° beneath the presser foot.
- Confirm that the binding remains folded correctly before sewing.
- Feed the project edge into the folded binding and sew using your selected coverstitch or chain stitch.
Why Choose This Binder?
- Produces professional garment-quality finishes
- Reduces preparation and sewing time
- Ideal for both hobbyists and professional garment makers
- Creates smooth, consistent bindings on curved and straight edges
- Perfect accessory for maximizing the capabilities of your Baby Lock coverstitch machine
