binding, single or double thread?

[Quilt Fan]

What do others use. Single or double thread when hand binding? I have been using double but single hides so much better.

[quilter1]

I have always used a single thread to sew bindings, I never thought to use a double thread. I do make the stitches fairly close together though. A well sewn binding can look so nice.

[sewmary]

I never thought about it either but I always use double. Then I don't have to worry about the threading sliding out of the needle! Hand sewing the binding is one of my favorite things. Weird, yes.

[0tis]

I always use single - never thought about double thread. I think single works just fine - so far I've not had any problems.

[Tartan]

I like to use a single strong thread. If I can find the right colour of hand quilting thread, I like to use that. I could never keep the double thread pulled up so that the two threads were even.

[ArtsyOne]

I always use single, with the stitches about 1/4" apart. It's my favorite part of making a quilt.

[Dolphyngyrl]

I have always used double

[crafterrn1]

I use a single thread for my bindings. I use a smaller stitch. I have not had any issues with my bindings. I use the same stitch I use for applique. but I use regular thread not silk thread. I never thought to use a double thread as it seems to thick to sink into the fabric. JMHO. Luann in CT

[Handcraftsbyjen]

I use single.

[ghostrider]

Single, small blind stitch. Totally invisible and very strong. What more could you ask for?

[crafty pat]

I have always use single thread and it has always worked fine.

[susie-susie-susie]

I use single. Double thread seems too bulky to me. I've never had a problem with it not holding.
Sue

[Prism99]

I use a single thread and hide a knot in the binding once in awhile (figuring if the thread ever breaks, there will only be 6 inches or so of mending to do).

[IAmCatOwned]

I've always used single thread.

[feline fanatic]

I use a single thread for my bindings. I use a smaller stitch. I have not had any issues with my bindings. I use the same stitch I use for applique. but I use regular thread not silk thread.

this is how I do it as well but I have used silk thread on smaller peices, like a table topper. For bedsize quilts I use a regular thread that matches the binding color.

[ube quilting]

I also love to bind quilts. I have always used a single thread.
peace

[virtualbernie]

Single for me too.

[Silver Needle]

Single thread and very strong and fine, Bottom Line by Superior Threads.

[Stitchnripper]

Single, and make small stitches, plus short lengths to make knots along the way so if it comes out (none have so far) it would only be one piece.

[sandilee]

Double....but I may try single next time.

[redtweety]

I have always used double. I was taught that way by my mom. Her quilts are still in use, so I figured she knew what she was talking about. I also like that I don't have to worry about the thread pulling out as with single thread. small careful stiches hide well, and hand sewing is relaxing.

[Dina]

I use single and have never had any problems.

Dina

[burchquilts]

I always use single, with the stitches about 1/4" apart. It's my favorite part of making a quilt.

Me, too. I use double thread for lots of other things (mending, for example) but single for sewing my binding down. I make my stitches close together, too. And it also is my very favorite part of making a quilt! We're twins... LOL!

[piepatch]

I use a single thread for my binding, and have not had a problem with it.

[GemState]

I use double and I thread the needle double so when I start I can go through my loop on the first stitch and don't have a knot.