sandilee

Has anyone ever used the store brought binding allready cut and ready to sew on? I believe its "Wrights" binding?

I have always made mine the traditional way but thought I would try to cut corners and try this.

I noticed its triple folded, not double folded. Guess I will iron it flat and make only one fold.
Any suggestions?

Tink's Mom

I'm not sure you will like the quality...it isn't as nice as it used to be.

I use it sometimes on some aprons....but haven't used it on a quilt in many years.

bearisgray

Are you tallking about their folded bias tapes?

FYI - I soaked some I bought last year in hot water - and it did shrink a couple of inches. It was cotton-poly blend, so I was a bit surprised.

If the color is what you want - it could be used.

Like you said, you might need to unfold it, press it, and fold it to suit your purpose.

mighty

Not sure about the quality now haven't used for many years.

quiltymom

Haven't used it in years either!!!!

Marjoeal

That's exactly what I did. Ironed it for a center fold and used it doubled. It went on fine. Looked good and didn't shrink in the final wash. I sold the quilt and the lady seems fine with it. Which means I haven't heard back from her. I just needed it because I didn't have enough of that color left from the piecing. It worked and I may do it again.

Grambi

I have used it to edge seat covers that I made for my truck to keep the dog hair and dirt contained, but wouldn't use it on a quilt. I don't like the feel of it.

Retired GI Jo

My mom and I use it on our Double Wedding Ring quilts that she has made (2 so far and 3 more to go) because they have curves in them and I have never attempted to make bias binding. I have always cut my binding strips straight across the fabric, but that method won't work with curves because it doesn't give enough.

Joyce