I just wanted to say how glad I am I found this forum - you're all so helpful and I've already learnt loads!
With regards to binding, I always use the double method too; much easier to hem the folded edge on the back and I read somewhere that on ancient quilts it's always the binding thqt's the most worn out, so it makes good sense to make it strong! I'm sure all our works are the heirlooms of the future, so we should make them to last!
K x