Sorry. I had those feelings as well until I learned an easy way to do it. Knowledge is power. The first link is my favorite. The other two links are valuable also. Good luck.
http://ankastreasures.wordpress.com/.../binding-tips/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wprg5vzkuGw
http://naptimequilter.blogspot.com/2...-and-hand.html