I machine stitch all my bindings. My binding is 2 and 1/2 inches folded and pressed. I sew it on the back 1/4 inch and miter corners and the bring it to the front and machine stick. I either pin a lot or glue with washable glue. I did not pay all that money for my machines to sit and hand stitch. I have some bumps on my fingers from arthritis from sewing all these 61 yrs. I tried it on one of my quilts and it takes a long time.