I just put on binding yesterday and I follow Sharon Schamber's method for the most part. Check out sharon's website and look for the free video.
I do not use any of the glue steps she uses, however, I do starch the strips and press firmly in half.
Sharon's method really gives the perfect mitered corner.
When you first learn to do it right, it may take a little longer, but once you get the hang of it, you'll be zipping along.
When I do a fancier quilt, I sew the binding to the front and stitch it by hand on the back.
When I do a playful or utilitarian quilt, I sew the binding to the back of the quilt, pull the binding to the front, clip it to hold and machine sew it down using a decorative stitch. That is such a time-saver and it adds another touch of whimsy.