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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:00 PM
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    Default What is your standard binding width?

    Im curious .. to those who machine sew to front/back, pull to other side and stitch in the ditch- what size binding do you use and like... 2 1/4, 2 1/2, 2 ??
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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:03 PM
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    I use 2 1/2 to 3 inches. I always have binding to go over, so I like enough so I don't have to really pull.
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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:08 PM
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    Same here. I think it adds a finishing touch and enhances the quilt.
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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:18 PM
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    I mostly use 2 1/4 inch but it can depend on the batting. I always make a small sample to see what works , to leave enough but not too much when I do the stitch in the ditch.
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    I always use 2 1/2".
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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:25 PM
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    I like 2 1/4"
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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:28 PM
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    2 - 1/2 works best for me
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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:33 PM
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    I cut my binding 2.5 inches and sew it on with a 3/8ths inch seam. I always hand stitch to the back because I like the way it looks.
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    Old 03-13-2012, 05:49 PM
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    I always use 2 1/2" binding.
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    Old 03-13-2012, 06:00 PM
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    Originally Posted by DebraK
    I like 2 1/4"
    Same here!
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