Originally Posted by Jamie
but most quilters don't consider this offical binding...
It is listed as one method in my quilting books. Granted, if the quilt gets a lot of use, the single layer binding may ravel, and since it is part of the backing, you can't simply replace it. HOWEVER, it is binding.
I think it is great that you are branching out. You'll be so proud of yourself once you master that disliked chore.