I always machine stitch the front on. I then can sit at the kitchen or dining room table or whatever and hand stitch the back down. I stop all the time when I change thread to take a break. Take breaks often - but you need to start thinking of the binding as the beautiful finish. It's just a UFO until that binding is done. The major feeling of pride for me doesn't come until the binding is finished and that's when I smile. You can do it. It's sooooo worth it.