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Old 03-24-2015, 08:41 PM
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I started with 2 1/2 as a new quilter, and then moved to 2 1/4. I've been experimenting with 2, though, and will probably use it for most things in the future.
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Old 03-24-2015, 09:10 PM
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I like to use a 2 1/4" binding. I will use a 2" binding on my mini quilts.
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Old 03-24-2015, 09:25 PM
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2" double fold binding. I end up with binding the same size on both sides of the quilt.
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Old 03-24-2015, 10:25 PM
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Since I have only done quilts to use as blankets (baby blankets and larger) I prefer the 2.5 inches folded over. There have been a couple times I wasn't paying attention and cut it 2 inches and had to use it. My biggest concern was if it would hold since I generally use flannel on the back and want the wider finding.
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Old 03-25-2015, 01:38 AM
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I've always done 2" double fold. Love the way it looks. Thin and holds up very well!
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Old 03-25-2015, 03:21 AM
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i always use 2.25"
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Old 03-25-2015, 04:40 AM
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2 1/2" for me
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Old 03-25-2015, 04:47 AM
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It depends on the type of binding you are making. I normally hand-stitch to the back so I cut 2.25". But doing smaller quilt, 2" has a nice proportional look. I even cut my bug rugs binding 1.75".
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Old 03-25-2015, 04:47 AM
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2 1/4 double fold works for me.
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Old 03-25-2015, 05:34 AM
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I really like a 2 1/4" binding.
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