I use the same method -- sew to back, press, and line up the folded edge slightly over the seam on the front and then stitch. I use the french fold ( double fold) which I think makes binding much easier. Also, starching and ironing your binding before attaching to the quilt makes it easier to handle; that is if you are not using a bias binding. Starching and ironing a bias binding tends to stretch it, so avoid this option.