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Old 12-08-2010, 05:32 AM
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eaglebeak1960
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Originally Posted by QuiltswithConvicts
Originally Posted by PurplePassion
I wouldn't use single fold binding . It might wear out faster. I prefer to double fold my binding; for the extra strenghth.
I second that.

The first place a quilt begins to wear out is at the edge. Therefore, French-fold binding is the preferred method so that if your quilt begins to wear, the edges are still protected.
LOL Wife bought this HUGE lot of single fold bias binding on Ebay... did not ask me b4 buying sooooooooo I am trying to make use of it. Yes it would wear out quicker I agree.. I always use double fold till now
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