Does binding ever get easier?
#41
I hate doing the bindings, mostly because I can't get the corners to lay or look good. I even took a class and that didn't help either. I have 3 baby quilts waiting for the binding. Maybe I'll just start another so I don't have to do the bindings.
#44
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I think this might be the one you asked about. http://www.quilterstv.com/video/1618...e-turnbow.html
#45
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if you cut your binding 2 1/2 then it needs more than a 1/4" seam allowance to fit perfectly. 2 1/4 is better. However, test to see what width and seam allowance will give you the look and size you need. When I do 2 1/2" my seams are usually abut 3/8".
Best way to test is to measure your folded binding and divide by 1/3. This will give you a more accurate seam allowance. If you have to abide by a 1/4" seam because of piecing on tip then you should cut your binding a little less. However, I have seen many bindings that were wider on the back than front. However, since you say "the seam appears good but back isn't" that makes me wonder if the seam allowance is realy consistent.
Best way to test is to measure your folded binding and divide by 1/3. This will give you a more accurate seam allowance. If you have to abide by a 1/4" seam because of piecing on tip then you should cut your binding a little less. However, I have seen many bindings that were wider on the back than front. However, since you say "the seam appears good but back isn't" that makes me wonder if the seam allowance is realy consistent.
#47
I used to hate bindings too. I made a Hawaiian quilt by Nancy Chong of Pacific Rim Quilting and it came with a DVD. She is a wonderful teacher. So now, when it comes to binding, I just put in that DVD for a refresher course... because my mind doesn't retain things as it used to... seems like it's a long time between bindings! :roll: They go on so easily now. I cut my binding at only 1 3/4". She shows how to make mitred corners, and finish it so it lays nice and flat... no bunching, no pulling. I have not seen the tutes on you tube, or looked at the other links yet, but will do that. I'm always open to new ideas, although the way I learned is so darn easy! Love doing the bindings now. And those clippies are the greatest, instead of using pins. Love them! :thumbup: The glue thing sounds good too. Will look into that!
#48
my problem with the bindings is getting my fingers poked and the thread popping threw the binding on the back because i didn't check to make sure the needle didn't go all the way threw. I think that I am in the minority here,but I do like hand binding on the back. mostly because I don't have to pull out the sewing machine and set everything up. and my hubby doesn't complain about the noise while he is playing his computer games or watching TV. I wouldn't say that it is my favorite part but it is up there. I think that i need to learn how to hand quilt one of these days. it looks really relaxing to me.
#49
Originally Posted by lalaland
I hate sewing on the binding, it's just not my thing, so now I cut the back fabric larger and bring it over as the binding. I really like the technique and it takes the "pain" out the process for me. This is the website showing how to do it if you'd like to give it a try sometime.
http://www.lorettaalvarado.com/binding.htm
http://www.lorettaalvarado.com/binding.htm
#50
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I just mastered the miter corner and find it sooo easy now. I've got my placemats layed out to try the glue technique on the back before I sew it down. I rewatched the tute from this site again this AM and am ready to give it a go. Wish me luck!!!!!
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