To Bind or not to Bind!

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02-21-2011, 04:04 PM

Mimito2

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This is a snuggly that I am making for Kylie Overton a 2 yr old from our area that has Brain Cancer. It is a panel hand sewn to a large pc of green fleece. Do you think it would be better to bind it with pink Bias or do a Blanket stitch by hand around it with pink floss. Pic shows Bias color. I need to get it done and off to her. Suggestions please, Blanket stitch, Bias, Other?

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02-21-2011, 04:05 PM

Holice

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i would bind it. would be faster and more durable

02-21-2011, 04:07 PM

Lee Monahan

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Originally Posted by Mimito2

I agree, I would bind it, will stand up to multiple washings and dryings bettter w/out loss of shape. What a lovely thing for you to do!

02-21-2011, 04:07 PM

Janet Espeleta

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What a wonderful gift for such a sad situation. I agree too that binding it would be better.

02-21-2011, 04:29 PM

JanetM

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I would bind it rather than risk her little fingers getting stuck in the blanket stitching. That is a very sweet thing to do for her.♥

02-21-2011, 04:31 PM

earthwalker

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I would bind it too...adds a nice frame and is very durable. What a kind thing to do...I am sure she will love it.

02-21-2011, 07:26 PM

Char

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Bind it!

02-21-2011, 07:37 PM

nativetexan

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i've never put binding on fleece. seems like it would be difficult.

02-21-2011, 08:24 PM

Quilting Grandma

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When I make a fleece blanket, I fold it under about 1/4 " and machine blanket stitch around. It makes a tight hem and is very sturdy. It would be nice to embroider her name on it. My grandkids love their blankets with their names on them.