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    Old 01-05-2016, 08:25 AM
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    Can anyone recommend a video, book or even a class to attach bindings? I usually machine stitch it to the front, then hand stitch it to the back, however, I am not very happy with my corners, the mitered edge always seem to be rounded, instead of squared. Also, the binding doesn't seem to be filled properly.
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    Old 01-05-2016, 08:42 AM
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    One if my favorite sutes for binding is http://ankastreasures.wordpress.com
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    Old 01-05-2016, 08:49 AM
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    Watch this video by MSQC:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vCWpxBRs20

    At 6:40 into the video, she will show you a different way to stitch the corners. I saw Patric Lose demo this on F&P Love of Quilting show (on PBS). The other thing that will improve your corners is to make sure the small fold on the back is laying in the opposite direction from the fold on the front. This will disburse the bulk evenly in the corner.
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    Old 01-05-2016, 09:36 AM
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    A trick from garment sewing that you can also try is instead of making an 'L' shaped seam for your corner, make 2 small stitches across the top of your corner. Trim or grade the fabric and make sure you (carefully) poke out that corner before folding your fabric for the back-side miters.
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    Old 01-05-2016, 05:21 PM
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    http://www.mccallsquilting.com/mccal...ining_the_Ends

    i think this is the best!!
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    Old 01-05-2016, 09:03 PM
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    Best free videos on bindings:
    McCall's (4 part video):
    Joining the Strips https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Hha94oe3XA
    Sewing Binding to the Quilt https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X2MJdPFzSbE
    Joining the Ends https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3w5npghs4V8
    Turning & Hand Stitching https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6lvBzEqq1o

    Best video hands down of any I've seen ($12-18 after coupon):
    AQS Show Director Bonnie Browning
    https://www.iquilt.com/course/border...shing-touches/
    Type in 2016 in the Coupon Code to save 40% off. AQS members get an additional 20% off that.
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