I want to share a really easy way to connect the ends of binding that I just discovered. Previously, I used a method that required a lot of thought and attention, because of the folds and the angles. But a fellow quilter showed me this technique, and it's so simple, that it really deserves a tutorial!
Finger press to form a crease. Cut the bottom piece at the crease. Do not cut the top piece yet.
Open up the bottom piece,
and line the side edge up with the fold of the top piece (arrow).
Pin the two together, and mark a line from corner to corner.
Sew on the line, and check the fit before trimming.
Trim the diagonal seam to 1/4", and finger press open.
Continue attaching the binding to the quilt.
Perfect!
So there you have it! A quick, easy, binding join.
Hope you give this a try--it really is super easy!
Want to explore more binding techniques? Check out these tutorials:
Machine Binding using glue
Piped Binding
Super Simple Binding
Two Color Binding
Matching Binding to the Piecing
Reducing Bulky Corners
Matching Angled Binding
No Show Binding
Joining Quilt Binding in 3 Easy Steps - my all time favorite!
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I am going to have to try this. Thanks for the tutorial.
ReplyDeleteJust tried this and its so much easier than the others ones I've seen on the internet. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteGreat must try this, less bulky than other methods. Thanks and greetings from New Zealand.
ReplyDeleteJust have to say that I randomly found this pinned on Pinterest, tried it tonight, and it worked perfectly!
ReplyDeleteThe times I get it twisted is driving me nuts. Hahahahaha
ReplyDeleteHoly moly! It worked! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteExcellent photos and directions.
ReplyDeletePinned. Hope I remember to give it a try next time I'm attaching a binding! Sure looks simple!
ReplyDeleteFound this on Pinterest, must try it! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI wanted to let you know that this worked marvelously!!! Thank you so much for the tutorial. Such a simple and clean way to finish bindings. I love it!!!
ReplyDeleteThis is the absolute BEST tutorial on finishing a binding! Thanks❣️
ReplyDeleteGenious! A++++++
ReplyDeleteFail proof. Best method ever!!
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU. This is the first time I was able to comprehend where to sew the diagonal seam! No one ever explained where you line up the side of the bottom piece to the top fold before. That's what I was missing in my binding connections. thanks to you, I will have diagonal seams 'throughout' my binding.
ReplyDeleteThis was SO EASY to understand, especially with the pictures to explain every step . I’ve struggled with this this step on every quilt I’ve made, but not anymore! Thank you so much for posting this!!
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