How to add binding to your projects the easy way

In this tutorial, I will show you how to add binding to your projects. First, I'll use the traditional "quilter" style binding, and second I'll use the "garment" style binding method. I use both depending on my project and whether I can get away with using prepackaged binding.

You can cut your binding to whatever width you want, but most quilt-style bindings are cut between 2 1/4"-3". I cut the demo version at 2 1/2" wide.
When I use quilt binding on straight-edge projects, I do not cut it out on the bias - I find that wasteful. I prefer to cut cross-grain, and it's worked for me for over a decade.
If my project had curves, I would cut the binding on the bias, as it needs to ease around the curves.

The Extra Wide Double Fold prepackaged binding is super easy to use, as it's already trained and pressed. You can press it around curves since it is cut on the bias when made a the factory. Start with the wider edge of the binding (when it's opened all of the way) and sew that crease down first, to the back of your project. Then wrap it around to the front and sew down that edge - this way the front stitching will always be on the binding on the back side and not on your work.

I'm using these tools in this demo:

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Music: Ocean Ave by JAK

[GloriaHasberry]

Thanks for an excellent demonstration!! I like how you do not require perfection!

[ellerdmann]

I never fail to wobble along on the back side when I sew on a binding. I started using a zig zag or decorative stitch so it is not so obvious. I am just glad to know it is not just me who gets some wobbles on and off the binding in the back.

[sparklemint]

I always sew barefoot too! 😻I cut 3 and a half inch binding

[SFNativeGal]

You didn’t show the difficulty in sewing those pieces together. I was wondering if you had a trick in sewing tight spaces.

[karenbadger]

This is what I do as well, but with a few differences which were making me laugh. Everyone has their own way of doing things! I used to always hand bind…..not anymore! Thank you!

[golfing]

Do you or anyone know how to attach a binding to an inside cut rather than outside curve? I have tried by cutting little slits at the corner but still lots of bulk and messy looking. thanks

[margiecastonguay]

You didn't show where to cut the binding once you were trying to meet the ends?

[tracymassey]

How do you know how long to make the short pieces? 8:53 I always feel like mine ends up with too much extra

[AuntDi]

First time viewer - love from Ohio 💞💞💞💞

[Adela]

I have the same exact sewing machine and I love mine

[mimiwalker]

I made jelly vinyl triangle pouches this weekend! Quick and easy sew! ❤

[Marion]

Love that floral black and white fabric and your necklace!😍

[gloriapatton]

Great tutorial ...thanks for sharing 🎉

[harrietrudoff]

It looks like you are doing it backwards

[pamkenniston]

Im just starting to get into quilting and learned from a friend there are no "quilt police", so whatever works best for you is right. Thanks for this tutorial - just subscribed for more helpful tips. Love the fabrics.

[scarlettdell]

Awesome video. Thank you for sharing this double fold bias technique

[cindyhappel]

Great video tutorial!!! Loved the way you showed the joining of the ends and for some reason it seemed easier than before when Ive done it. Thanks again!

[skulls]

Great demonstration on 2 different types of binding. Need to make potholders/coasters/mug rugs to practice on.

[dmarie]

Thanks for this. Beautiful fabric. I always sew barefoot too. More control i think .

[caroldfroling]

Rewatch. Thanks for the tips. I make my own, place over and use Serpentine stitch.