bee3

Hi, Im trying to hand sew the back of the binding, for the first time. I have done it by machine before. Its a disaster. I can see my stitches, and they arent even, and its really bothering me. Have already ripped them out once and this is my second time around. I have seen some tutorials online, but its so hard to see how the stitches are being done. My other mistake is I made the binding way too narrow, I cut it at 2 inches, so its really thin, making the process harder I think.
Any tips on needles? stitches to use? Any help is so appreciated!
XOXO Bee

Kehoeta

I use a small - sharp needle, and use my little finger to create a standard measure for my stitches. Run the thread inside the binding when moving from point to point... Don't use a long thread.. just knot it after you have stitched a couple of feet.

Make sure the thread matches the binding - and Voila... You will be happy with the results.

tessagin

Missouri Star Quilt com has a binding tutorial.

bee3

thanks for the little finger tip, I'll try that!

jnnmn7

I use Clover wonder clips to keep my binding in place as I go. Some people use hair clips too. That has been a big help for me. Good luck!

dunster

I don't understand how the little finger helps. I strive for 1/8" but usually wind up with closer to 1/4" apart. My little finger is fatter than that! (Maybe it's fatter than most?)

bearisgray

My hand sewn stitches are only about 1/8 inch apart/long on the back, too.

Nammie to 7

I use the ladder stitch, and being right handed I sew the binding from the right side to the left side. That way the corners miter easily.

Daylesewblessed

I think that if my stitches were as far apart as the width of my little finger, my little toe could catch in the open space.

bjgallent

Google "hand stitching or blind stitching binding to back of quilt". You will find demos showing the blind stitch. They should be helpful. I also stitch from right going to the left.