This bias tape maker definitely makes it easier to make your own tape. You need to have your iron ready to immediately press the material as it comes out. I found it actually helped to hold the little gizmo so it was almost straight up and down with the point against the ironing board.  One thing that should be pointed out is the size. I bought the "1/2 inch" size.  Well, a half inch is what comes out as you press the material. If you are wanting double fold bias tape, your finished product will only be 1/4 inch as you will need to fold it in half and press it along the center.