I know what you mean about being scared of the binding! My quilting friends laugh at me because I say I break out in a cold sweat when I think about binding. So one of the gals in my quilting guild patiently helped me. The last thing I put binding on came out great - (Thanks, Betty for your help!) Is there someone near you that can get you started and be moral support for you? It really helps! Have courage, you really have already completed the hardest part of the quilt. You can do it!