I have yet to try cheater binding. I saw tracibug do it and it worked. I wonder if its any easier truly or if you just are working hard but at a different angle you know? A few of us are doing a tropical splendor tablerunner swap. I think it will be fun and colorful and its sorta a fit in while we wait for the new home décor to start and another runner swap to open. if your interested and there is still a spot just holler at me. I will let you know right way. We are turning around by May 1st so its not a long haul swap. this is for those who can participate within that guideline. no exceptions or late turn ins por favor.