Does binding ever get easier?
#22
Originally Posted by grammyp
Nope, it doesn't. That is my least favorite part of the quilt. I always though it would mean "you are close to the end, be happy, celebrate, enjoy this last step." But I hate binding. Right now I have 3 quilts and a wall hanging waiting to be bound.
#23
Originally Posted by 0tis
Hi everyone,
I have been quilting for the last year and have made at least 10 projects - my question is does binding ever get easier? I am never very happy with the final binding. Most times when I stitch on the front - thats ok - but when I hand stitch to the back - it's not the same size - I usually cut binding at 2 1/2 inches then press in half for double binding - it will look like 1/4" or 1/2" but when I turn it to the back for hand sewing - the edge maybe less than 1/4". Surprisingly enough, I don't have problems with the mitered corners.
I have been quilting for the last year and have made at least 10 projects - my question is does binding ever get easier? I am never very happy with the final binding. Most times when I stitch on the front - thats ok - but when I hand stitch to the back - it's not the same size - I usually cut binding at 2 1/2 inches then press in half for double binding - it will look like 1/4" or 1/2" but when I turn it to the back for hand sewing - the edge maybe less than 1/4". Surprisingly enough, I don't have problems with the mitered corners.
#25
Originally Posted by quiltingfan
Originally Posted by lalaland
I hate sewing on the binding, it's just not my thing, so now I cut the back fabric larger and bring it over as the binding. I really like the technique and it takes the "pain" out the process for me. This is the website showing how to do it if you'd like to give it a try sometime.
http://www.lorettaalvarado.com/binding.htm
http://www.lorettaalvarado.com/binding.htm
#26
I usually cut my binding to 2 1/2 inches. I fold it in half and press. Then I sew it to the front of the quilt with my walking foot. I would guess my seam allowance is around 3/8 or 1/2 inch??? I start sewing, maybe a few inches, then stop and check it, turning it to the back of the quilt to see if it will fold over enough to cover my stitching line. If it doesn't quite cover, I rip out the seam and start over, making it a little larger. I actually enjoy doing bindings. Maybe I should go into business and do bindings for all these fellow quilters who hate to do bindings!!! What do you think??? :)
#27
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Originally Posted by lalaland
I hate sewing on the binding, it's just not my thing, so now I cut the back fabric larger and bring it over as the binding. I really like the technique and it takes the "pain" out the process for me. This is the website showing how to do it if you'd like to give it a try sometime.
http://www.lorettaalvarado.com/binding.htm
http://www.lorettaalvarado.com/binding.htm
#29
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I guess I'm just one of the lucky ones. After I found the right size binding to suit me, binding is a breeze for me. I don't pin at all, just stitch and go. Yes, it will get easier. Just don't fret it and you will find as time goes by, with each new binding it will get easier! :thumbup:
#30
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Yes, it does! With time and trial of different methods, odds are you'll settle on one that works the best for you. Personally, I believe that good miters in the corner are more important than even distribution front to back. Usually my back binding is wider than the front and I AM PERFECTLY OK WITH THAT!
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