It appears that there are many in each camp, perhaps evenly split. Binding is that satisfying finish of a quilt for me. I machine sew it on, usually onto the front, trim it quite precisely, and then hand-sew it to the back because I like the neatness of hidden stitches and the near-perfection finish. I do the hand-sewing usually in my recliner with my feet up, a nice change from sitting at the machine.