#1 secret to good bindings
#31
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Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Mn
Posts: 134
I agree with "Dollyo" I vowed that I will learn to make "Perfect Miltered Corners" on my quilts. I also watched Sharon Schambers You Tube Tutorial, and it's the best. I listened to it four times, took notes, and my quilt corners came out Perfect. She is the greatest....I now, have a note in the walking foot box for quick referral. However, I haven't finished a large quilt, to have to deal with the weight issue. I may invest in the $4.00 tool that was mentioned too. Try the You Tube website, you'll be amazed.
#33
I use a large square ruler to cut/even the corners. The top should not have to be cut, as it should be square. If it's not, them perhaps the rest of the top has problems also. It all starts with making accurate templates or cutting strips accurately. Then seam allowances must be even. Yes, it takes time, but eliminates problems all the way through construction. I cut the batt and backing ¼ inch wider so that the top is ¼ inch in. That way, when I pin the binding in place, its raw edge matches with the top and the batt and backing extend ¼ inch. After the binding is stitched in place, it's rolled to the back and the binding is filled with batt and not empty and flat.
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#34
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Join Date: Jul 2011
Location: N. Florida
Posts: 4,568
I found this little gadget very handy when I'm sewing binding on my quilts. Takes the guesswork out for stopping at each corner. If anyone has problems with their miters they should get one. I try to avoid a lot of gadgets but this one I like and would highly recommend. (No affiliation with the maker or anything).
http://www.connectingthreads.com/too...r__D81892.html
http://www.connectingthreads.com/too...r__D81892.html
Here's the video on how to use the tool. I found it fascinating and it looks like it works great. Another tool to add to my wishlist.
#36
I've found the secret to good bindings is Elmer's School Glue. I learned the technique from Sharon Schamber's youtube videos. It makes doing bindings a breeze. I use the technique to match patterns. I love striped bindings and this enables you to match the stripes on the bias perfectly. Here are the links to the 3 videos.
Binding the Angel - Part 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PE0Yq9iGlc
Binding the Angel - Part 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3vHI...eature=related
Binding the Angel - Part 3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W--xg...eature=related
Hope this helps.
Dolly
Binding the Angel - Part 1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4PE0Yq9iGlc
Binding the Angel - Part 2 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3vHI...eature=related
Binding the Angel - Part 3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W--xg...eature=related
Hope this helps.
Dolly
#37
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Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Michigan
Posts: 1,664
I don't usually have a problem with my miters it is the ending part that always gives me the problem. I even went to my local quilt shop and had a personal demo & I still can't get it. I know what to do & how to do it but every time I do my tails get turned and I get frustrated and give up and go back to the old way of doing it.
#38
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Join Date: Aug 2007
Location: Clay Springs AZ
Posts: 3,229
When you stop at 1/4 inch from the corner if you turn the quilt for your next side just backsew off the quilt. Then pull the quilt out enough to fold your binding over then sew that edge. I have never had a problem doing it this way.
You can also use the method where you sew off the corner at an angle but I prefer the back stitch off best.
You can also use the method where you sew off the corner at an angle but I prefer the back stitch off best.
#39
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Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Maryland
Posts: 2,376
I don't usually have a problem with my miters it is the ending part that always gives me the problem. I even went to my local quilt shop and had a personal demo & I still can't get it. I know what to do & how to do it but every time I do my tails get turned and I get frustrated and give up and go back to the old way of doing it.
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