Originally Posted by
Esmerelde
I machine sew all my bindings. I usually attach to the back first, then pull to front and sew to the front. I use a normal straight stitch, and just move the needle two settings to the right to catch the very edge. (I use my blind hemming foot when doing this and keep the edge of the binding against the guide).
I am thinking of doing some like to with some placemats I am making for charity. I think using a decorative stitch looks much better than trying to sew straight on all that bulk.