Hand sewing binding
#21
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I use single thread of my piecing thread. I have several old quilts that I pieced out of scraps and use for cat beds covering my furniture. I have washed them a lot and so far the binding has stayed intact. One I made in 2003 and it is starting to look faded and used but the binding is still good.
#23
I've used both depending on the weight of the fabric. On a flannel quilt I made recently, I used a double strand of cotton quilting thread. Yet, on a soft Moda fabric quilt, I used a single strand of the same. Either way, with very small stitches spaced evenly. So I guess it's a toss up.
#25
Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by cinjosie
Please advise - when sewing binding to the back of the quilt after machine stitching it to the front, do you use double or single thread? This is on a baby quilt that I'm sure will get much use. Thanks
#26
I always machine stitch my binding. Fold it over and stitch in the ditch. If the quilt will be washed alot I like the security of the binding being hand stitched down. Also I have carpal tunnel so I stay away from hand sewing as much as possible. It just hurts to much.
#27
I don't hand stitch mine anymore. I use the the machine, especially for baby quilts. I sew the binding to the front, then put some 1/4" steam--a-seam onto the binding and press to the back and sew it from the front in the ditch.
#28
Originally Posted by whinnytoo
I always use single, but take lots of small stitches. I dont see why double thread wouldnt be just fine too
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