Like you, binding is not my favorite part of quilting, even though it means success. I am lazy, so I very often will purchase packaged binding, sew by machine on the back, then fold over, pin, and topstitch on the front by machine with a decorative stitch. I usually will buy extra wide double fold bias tape, rather than actual quilt binding. I find it gives me a smoother finish. It also comes in a wider assortment of colors. I will make my own when I cannot find a suitable match, and I am rather picky there.