That is how I originally learned to do binding. I prefer the look of a separate binding now, but still use this method on occasion. After folding it to the front and pinning, I would use a zig zag or decorative stitch for added interest.

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I did this with a quilt I made for one of my grand daughters. The top was Yellow Brick Road pattern, I used mostly batiks, bright girly colors of deep pink, limes, purples, etc. Instead of batting I used minky on the back of the quilt. Lime green. I pulled it around to the front and it served as a frame and binding for the quilt. I hand sewed it down. The lime green really pulled it all together! It's somewhat lightweight, flexible. The soft cuddly minky side the warm side, the batiky flowery side is summery and cool. Good luck and many hours of happy sewing!
Angela

You sure can.I have done mine that way before.

I have made several Downy Quilts for Kids using this method as that is the one they recommend and they also recommend that it be sewn with a zig zag stitch to prevent it from getting caught on tubes, wires, etc. These quilts are laundered very frequently so I am sure this method makes a durable binding for general purposes. Not every quilt is a show quilt and who cares what the quilt police say anyway? :)

I have a question... How do you fold the corners so they look nice and flat?