Originally Posted by Joe

I usually use bias binding that I make using the molar method. But the other day I needed a quicker binding and just used 2.5" straight grain strips. Which do you use and why? The straight grain seemed easier for sure but what is the difference and which is better? Lots of questions haha thanks!

Originally Posted by joe'smom

I prefer bias binding because it won't wear along the grain lines the way a straight grain binding will. I have an old quilt that is holding up well except for the straight grain binding, which is completely worn through along the grain line. Also wondering about 'molar.'

Originally Posted by 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. This is the link for the below picture https://makeit-loveit.com/make-conti...s-tape-binding Thanks everyone for your replies

Originally Posted by Iceblossom

Straight grain binding whether long- or cross-grain is just fine. It is definitely faster, easier and you don't need to make as much excess binding.

In general I make bias binding and prefer the french double fold method. I machine sew on front and hand sew the binding down on the back. The bias is mostly helpful when you have curves and such, but I like the way it makes striped fabric march around the quilt. I also feel the diagonal seams are stronger/have less problems and are less noticeable but you can still do that with straight grain binding.