luvstoquilt

I read bias binding lasts longer but the same article said double fold binding would last about 100 years. I use bias binding when I have a scalloped edge or when I use striped or checked fabrics. A gingham bias binding is really adorable as are stripes. Otherwise I use WOF strips put together on a diagonal.

Bobbielinks

I always use bias binding. Cut 2 1/2 inches wide, folded once, stitched to front by machine, turn to back and hand stitch it down. It just lays so much better for me done that way.

Ellen 1

I am ready to attach the binding to a double wedding ring. What advise can you give me, especially at the "vee" of the scallop? (Photo) I normally cut my binding at 2 1/4". This gives me a 3/8" finish on the front. I would like to make it a little wider because of frayed edges (photo). Should/Can I miter to get a smooth look at the "vee"? (Vintage). Any ideas/experiences/suggestions?

madamekelly

I just use bias binding for everything. It is what I learned first, and when I have tried straight binding, I always end up with it beginning to twist (arggggg!). It is the first method I learned, and don’t remember where, is to start with a large square of fabric, fold it on the biases, and cut. I do have to join many strips, but that is just part of the process to me. I have a sit down adjustment on my ironing board so I can sit and get it all pressed at once. From what I have read here, bias binding is the most durable, and I am OK with that.

madamekelly

This video and a few others are what helped me figure it out.

https://youtu.be/Vci9-li3aYU

dunster

I use bias binding on curves or if I want to use straight-striped fabric and put it on the diagonal. Otherwise I cut it either way, straight with the grain. I would use bias binding for everything if it were not so much more work. By the time I start to bind a quilt, I just want it finished.

Joe

This right here is the molar method, I'll try to find a tutorial on it but it's probably the same method you all use for bias binding just under a different name

Joe

This is what I call the molar method I learned it from The Complete Idiot's Guide to Quilting which was my first quilting book. Sounds like bias takes longer but is more durable, so I'll probably use that if I have time and straight grain of I'm rushed. https://makeit-loveit.com/make-conti...s-tape-binding Thanks everyone for your replies

Joe

Funny I only used the term molar method because I thought everyone would know what I meant lol. That was the method I used when I first started quilting now I use this method. You don't need a square (can use rectangle) and there is a chart for sizing on it as well. http://piraterodgers.com/tutorials/c...20requirements

Rhonda Lee

I use both. Depends on the quilt and the fabric I bind with and the results I want. And thanks for the molar explanation. I was really scratching my head over that one. Always learning something here.