I've found the secret to good bindings is Elmer's School Glue. I learned the technique from Sharon Schamber's youtube videos. It makes doing bindings a breeze. I use the technique to match patterns. I love striped bindings and this enables you to match the stripes on the bias perfectly. Here are the links to the 3 videos.
Binding the Angel - Part 1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PE0Yq9iGlc
Binding the Angel - Part 2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3vHI...eature=related
Binding the Angel - Part 3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W--xg...eature=related
Hope this helps.
Dolly