Teen … I've tried to bind by machine before but it did not look so fine. This time was much better and so much faster. I'm hooked! My hands are starting to rebel with hand stitching so I gave in. I'm glad I did! I don't enter anything for show either, I get intimated by all the rules, but I certainly admire those who do and absolutely love the eye candy of show quilts. Oh my, some take my breath away. I also appreciate the unique talent and art of those of us who don't go that route too. Beautiful work.