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The moose one was fine (in my opinion) until she got to the end where she makes it more difficult than it has to be. At that point, make sure the beginning is laying flat against the quilt edge (like she shows). Take the end and butt it up against the beginning tail and fold the excess back over itself and crease very well. We are going to assume you cut your binding strip 2-1/2" wide. Lay your ruler on this crease and cut off all but 2-1/2". Then just sew your diagonal seam, trim it to 1/4" inch, press it open and you are good to go. Works 100% of the time so long as you cut accurately.
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This might not be kosher to real quilters, but I just put my binding on the regular way and when I get close to the second end, I just open up the beginning of the binding and tuck it inside. I thought that was how you ended it and have done that from day one. Simple and unstressful.
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Originally Posted by Nolee
This might not be kosher to real quilters, but I just put my binding on the regular way and when I get close to the second end, I just open up the beginning of the binding and tuck it inside. I thought that was how you ended it and have done that from day one. Simple and unstressful.
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Originally Posted by carolaug
Does anyone have this binding tool??? Is it worth it? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAGrGz6ukn0
Now I just use the method mentioned above. |
WOW! There are so many tutorials and othe good stuff in these replies! Thank you all so much!
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I highly suggest you look at Sharon Schamber's method of binding. She uses Elmer's School glue instead of pins. It works great - I've used this method. She has several different videos showing her method. You can also see it at her website.
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I have the tool. I am a very new quilter and this tool is AWESOME!!!
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Originally Posted by sparkys_mom
I found this tutorial about a year ago and it really helped me. http://www.moosequilts.com/BindingTutorialWeb.pdf
Before that, I was just making a mess of my binding. I did do a couple of practice runs on scraps before I tried it on an actual quilt and I did get it twisted a couple of times like she said can happen. I also do double binding and I cut my strips at 2 1/2 inches. |
Originally Posted by sparkys_mom
I found this tutorial about a year ago and it really helped me. http://www.moosequilts.com/BindingTutorialWeb.pdf
Before that, I was just making a mess of my binding. I did do a couple of practice runs on scraps before I tried it on an actual quilt and I did get it twisted a couple of times like she said can happen. I also do double binding and I cut my strips at 2 1/2 inches. |
I am new to quilting and have been self teaching for a couple of months so I went to youtube for reference...Here is a link that I found helpful.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ka7kSF6DqWI |
Originally Posted by cabbagepatchkid
Originally Posted by carolaug
I have a few Tutotial listing that help me...I watch them all every time i am about to bind...I hate binding but its beginning to get easier. http://www.thriftyideastoday.com/201...ng-sashes.html
I actually like binding a quilt :lol: ....it's putting the quilt sandwich together that I hate but after watching a video of Sharon Schamber's method (found it on the above mentioned website) I can't wait to give it a try! Good luck on your binding and don't forget to post some pics when you are done. |
Heather Bailey has a super instruction on her site. Easy-peasy and makes that dreaded task restful and restorative. I personally love binding and sit in front of the TV with my DH and bind until it's done.
Here is the link to Heather's tutorial. It's a PDF. http://www.heatherbaileydesign.com/HB_QuiltBinding.pdf Good Luck! |
If you go to www.SharonSchamber.com look for her video tutorial that shows how to bind a quilt. She uses Elmer's School glue for the basting part and shows a wonderful easy way to join your strips and ends together. I have used this method-very leary at first- but love it.
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Don't give up--my bindings used to be crammed together at the ends, lumpy with too much fabric, etc. Then a dear friend showed me how to do it properly so it fit just exactly right and I've never had a problem with it again--easy to do once you've got it down. She made me a practice sandwich with practice strips attached and wrote down the directions exactly. PM me and I'll do the same for you (paying it forward).
Don't waste your money on that plastic binding "tool". When I was struggling to figure out how to end binding I bought this and now just use it for a small straight-edge. Dana |
I just watched the tutorial and am impressed. I have always had trouble ending binding. The pictures and explanation are excellent. I like to do machine binding and this was a geat method.
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I use 2 1/2 inch strips folded in half. I also sew my binding to the back of the quilt and then stitch with the machine on the front. It takes some practice, but it looks very nice and is much faster and easier on my hands.
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The Cut-Rite Bind Up tool will SOLVE your binding problems. I reviewed it on my blog, including the video tutorial.
http://catpatches.blogspot.com/2010/...e-bind-up.html I have no financial interest in this product. I promise it works. I watched every tutorial and tried every method. This was the only thing I found that works for me consistently. I think i'm somehow spatially challenged. Anyway, this is a great tool. I love it. |
sparkys_mom is the one I use and it works perfert. I do not do it any other way but have sewed it backwards and had to piece the binding again lol lol.
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Thanks to everyone for the tutes it certainly will make it a lot easier.
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Send it to me...I love to bind!! I cut my strips 2 3/4" wide. I hang using dressmaker pins right into a seam and into the wall. The pins hardly leave a mark :-D
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Originally Posted by fireworkslover
I highly suggest you look at Sharon Schamber's method of binding. She uses Elmer's School glue instead of pins. It works great - I've used this method. She has several different videos showing her method. You can also see it at her website.
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thanks for all the great links
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Originally Posted by annesthreads
I'm in danger of finishing a quilt - this hasn't happened for a long time :) But I see my least favourite task rapidly approaching: the binding. I usually do double binding, stitched to the right side and finished on the back.
Two problems that always stress me:first, how wide a strip to cut? This quilt is 60in square. Then, worst moment of all, finishing it off. I see those two ends getting closer and closer to each other and the panic rises. I always end up bodging them together, having got in a terrible tangle over which sides go together, 45 degree angles etc etc. Can anyone describe to me how to do it, or recommend a good and vey clear tutorial? http://www.quiltingdelights.com/cgi-...=binding_gizmo You won't be sorry if you get it. It even helps out on the width of binding depending on the project. Hope this helpful. |
Originally Posted by carolaug
Does anyone have this binding tool??? Is it worth it? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAGrGz6ukn0
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Go to Leah Day's site and watch her videos. They are amazing and how she shows to do it works really well. I just did one yesterday and I'm still smiling so you know for sure that she makes it easy!
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Originally Posted by annesthreads
I'm in danger of finishing a quilt - this hasn't happened for a long time :) But I see my least favourite task rapidly approaching: the binding. I usually do double binding, stitched to the right side and finished on the back.
Two problems that always stress me:first, how wide a strip to cut? This quilt is 60in square. Then, worst moment of all, finishing it off. I see those two ends getting closer and closer to each other and the panic rises. I always end up bodging them together, having got in a terrible tangle over which sides go together, 45 degree angles etc etc. Can anyone describe to me how to do it, or recommend a good and vey clear tutorial? |
I have the tool and really is neat. I enjoy the binding part of a quilt. I sew to the right side and wrap around and hand stitch on the back. That part is relaxing to me. I'm really not crazy, I sjst enjoy hand stitching.
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Originally Posted by Connie in CO
I want to try that binding tool.Connie in CO
Connie~ I have that same exact pincushion that's shown in your avatar! |
Originally Posted by annesthreads
I'm in danger of finishing a quilt - this hasn't happened for a long time :) But I see my least favourite task rapidly approaching: the binding. I usually do double binding, stitched to the right side and finished on the back.
Two problems that always stress me:first, how wide a strip to cut? This quilt is 60in square. Then, worst moment of all, finishing it off. I see those two ends getting closer and closer to each other and the panic rises. I always end up bodging them together, having got in a terrible tangle over which sides go together, 45 degree angles etc etc. Can anyone describe to me how to do it, or recommend a good and vey clear tutorial? |
I love the Missouri quilt binding tool!!! I'm new to quilting, and took a class on this tool. It makes finishing a binding so precise and easy. Also, I keep the tutorial loaded, and play it step by step (it's only a few minutes) as I go along as a reference! You will love it!
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Originally Posted by sparkys_mom
I found this tutorial about a year ago and it really helped me. http://www.moosequilts.com/BindingTutorialWeb.pdf
Before that, I was just making a mess of my binding. I did do a couple of practice runs on scraps before I tried it on an actual quilt and I did get it twisted a couple of times like she said can happen. I also do double binding and I cut my strips at 2 1/2 inches. Thank you SOOO much for this! I printed it out and made a little pamphlet to keep. I'm pretty new at quilting and love to keep these tutorials in my files. |
Originally Posted by carolaug
Does anyone have this binding tool??? Is it worth it? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DAGrGz6ukn0
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thank you
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thank you
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its my most favorite thing watch TV and do the binding
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Originally Posted by sammy89
its my most favorite thing watch TV and do the binding
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Originally Posted by sammy89
its my most favorite thing watch TV and do the binding
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I have been quilting for many years and I still struggled with getting the ends so come together properly until I tried the method shown in the Quiltmaker magazine. It's in their insert QM basic lessons. Here is a link to a completely machine sewn binding with a Faux piping on it and it's really neat. http://tlcstitches.blogspot.com. She has a great tutorial on this and it really makes a quilt look great with that little extra piping. Give it a try and be sure and says thanks for the tutorial.
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Originally Posted by carolaug
I have a few Tutotial listing that help me...I watch them all every time i am about to bind...I hate binding but its beginning to get easier. http://www.thriftyideastoday.com/201...ng-sashes.html
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Go to: www.quilterstv.com and look under Quilters Cafe and then see if my video is showing. It is titled Binding or some similar name. Easy way to do your binding and you don't need any tools.
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