Binding problem!
#1
Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 4
So I am finishing up my second quilt ever made (yay me!) and I am having a problem binding it. I had it in mind to use a binding-less method, but it'd a dismal failure. Here's the problem: I already trimmed it down to finish it without a binding, but I think I may need to do one. How can I finish my quilt so it will look decent at this point?
#2
Power Poster
Join Date: Mar 2009
Posts: 15,639
I used to trim my quilts before I added the binding, so not all is lost.
Recommend a small zig-zag to secure the edges, then attach a binding. There are nice tutorials on the different methods. My favorite is the continuous double-fold.
Recommend a small zig-zag to secure the edges, then attach a binding. There are nice tutorials on the different methods. My favorite is the continuous double-fold.
#7
Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 4
Originally Posted by cande
How did you do a binding-less quilt? Do you mean leaving the backing a little bigger then folding it over the front and stitching it down?
I've been watching youtube now for a while. Good stuff! I think I might have an idea of where to go from here. I'll need to get more fabric though! LOL
#10
Member
Thread Starter
Join Date: Jan 2010
Posts: 4
Originally Posted by lisalovesquilting
It's easier if you put the batting in at the same time. Put the back and top right sides together. Lay the batting on it and sew around except for the opening to turn. And welcome to the board.
Yeah I learned that after trying it her way the first time. It looks like adding the binding will be pretty easy even with it trimmed. *whew* I was worried I 'd ruined the whole thing. LOL
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
ruby2shoes
Main
25
09-20-2015 04:01 PM
craftybear
Links and Resources
0
11-03-2011 01:23 PM
craftybear
Links and Resources
3
05-07-2011 10:05 AM
craftybear
Links and Resources
3
12-25-2010 09:49 PM