Does this method of preparing binding help avoid puckers???

**copycat** · 07-14-2012, 04:01 AM

I read in the tutorial on the web address listed below, that after you fold your binding strip in half, that you can zig-zag the raw edges together before attaching the binding to the quilt. By doing this method, you avoid puckers and pleats in your binding . Has anyone tried this method? copycat

http://www.redpepperquilts.com/2009/...-tutorial.html

**Holice** · 07-14-2012, 04:05 AM

I don't find that I have puckers in the binding I fold it, iron it carefully and hold it in place while attaching. If you make sure both layers are flat, this doesn't happen. I also put the binding on with the binding foot. This probably helps. for me to zig zag is just another unnecessary step

**mimom** · 07-14-2012, 05:11 AM

Originally Posted by Holice

I don't find that I have puckers in the binding I fold it, iron it carefully and hold it in place while attaching. If you make sure both layers are flat, this doesn't happen. I also put the binding on with the binding foot. This probably helps. for me to zig zag is just another unnecessary step

same here, I never have a problem

**burchquilts** · 07-15-2012, 02:34 AM

Originally Posted by Holice

I don't find that I have puckers in the binding I fold it, iron it carefully and hold it in place while attaching. If you make sure both layers are flat, this doesn't happen. I also put the binding on with the binding foot. This probably helps. for me to zig zag is just another unnecessary step

I don't have any problems with mine either & I don't use a binding foot. I just use my regular old foot. I do make sure the binding is really ironed well, tho. And I take my time.

**snipforfun** · 07-14-2012, 04:12 AM

I starch my binding strips then fold them in half and press dry. Starch pretty much "glues" them together so they dont separate. This is on Sharon Schambers youtube about her gluing method of binding which is all I use.

**Silver Needle** · 07-14-2012, 05:09 PM

Originally Posted by snipforfun

I starch my binding strips then fold them in half and press dry. Starch pretty much "glues" them together so they dont separate. This is on Sharon Schambers youtube about her gluing method of binding which is all I use.

I also tried her method and found I had good results. I used an empty hair spray bottle and created heavy StaFlo starch mixture to spray on the inside of the binding. It's surprising how well it sticks together. I always use a walking foot.

**rrhaigh** · 07-15-2012, 06:32 AM

I am going to try this. Sounds like a good idea. I don't seem to have problems with binding, but this seems like it would ensure no problems. Thanks for sharing!

Originally Posted by snipforfun

I starch my binding strips then fold them in half and press dry. Starch pretty much "glues" them together so they dont separate. This is on Sharon Schambers youtube about her gluing method of binding which is all I use.

**pinebeltquilter** · 07-16-2012, 10:26 AM

I serge around my quilt after it is quilted, fold and press the binding, pin about every 5 inches and I never have puckers or pleats. I have also found some of the neatest clips to use when I am finishing my binding, they are by Clover and are made like hair clippies, but smaller. I find they are much kinder to your hands as they never prick.

**maxo** · 07-24-2012, 11:44 AM

If you have never made your bindings like Sharon Schamber you really need to check this out! Go to YouTube and search for Sharon Schamber bindings of the Angel..her techniques are spot on!

**DebraK** · 07-14-2012, 04:36 AM

attaching the binding to the quilt with a walking foot keeps my binding pucker free.

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