I use clear thread in the bobbin and sew to the back and fold over to the front and sew it down with a regular stitch. I cut my binding 2.5 inches and I do not sew any part of the binding - I think it was Peckish that suggested this and my bindings have gone on without a hitch since I stopped ironing the bind. My quilts are made for use and not for show so no hand sewing for me
