I usually tie mine first and then bind them. I have done it two ways. Turn the excess over and sew or my favorite way is to sew the binding on with machine and hand sew.
Originally Posted by
Jakers1
I am making a coverlet for a young man (age 10). I have the top done and want to sew it to the flannel back, then tie it. My question is how much of a seam allowance should I have when sewing the top to the back? A quarter inch does not seem right to me. I will then turn it right side out and tie it. Any ideas?