WHY are quilt bindings cut on the BIAS
#41
I remember reading that bias bindings last longer because there are many threads taking wear instead of just one. However, on straight quilts, I always do straight, double-fold, hand sewn bindings with mitered corners.
#44
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I read somewhere that the availability of commercially made bias tape in the 1930s led to the popularity of scalloped-edge quilts. Then, when quilting "died out, almost!" everyone in the 19702 just though binding had to be bias. Harriet Hargraves put me straight--not to be punny!
#45
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The cross grain of fabric has more give than the straight grain so bias binding is easier to apply on the cross grain side. For me that equals less hassel trying to get it on with no puckers or pleats.
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I use straight-grain French fold binding routinely unless I'm doing a curve somewhere on the binding. You need the give of bias if you are manipulating the fabric around a curve, otherwise, it's really easier and more economical to just cut the binding on the straight grain.
#49
I use straight binding on straight edges of quilts, and bias when my border has curves. I cut strips 2 1/4" press in half lengthwise. Put raw edges to raw edge of quilt and stitch to the right side of the quilt, then hand finish on the back.
#50
Originally Posted by gaigai
Originally Posted by dreamer2009
Can someone explain this to me please...
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