Thank you Krista! 💙I have so much pride with my hand sewn bindings. However because of your clear tutorial, I am going to learn to stop being fearful of the double sewing method, and soon will be just as proud of that skill set too.! 🙂
Oh boy, you are super clear in your explanations! I have a lot of bindings under my belt (so to speak) but I am engraving your method on my brain. Thanks so much!
Thank you! I do something similar, I start and finish in the front. I attach binding to the front, roll the binding to the back and stitch in the ditch catching the binding on the back. I too use 2.25 wide binding. As long as I go nice and slow, I catch it every time. I also start be pressing.
Thank you from Australia - you are so talented and generous in sharing your techniques in these wonderful videos. I have purchased your ruler and a couple of your patterns and can’t wait to get started. You are so inspirational.
That’s exactly how I do it too, even down to the pressing! I have no time for hand stitching and get no complaints from my clients either! Tip: I use an open-toed foot when top stitching on the front side which gives me a clear viewing field and I know exactly where the needle sinks in.
Thank you for the wonderful binding completely by machine . I had to bond a wall hanging today and really did not want to take the time to finish by hand . Great tutorial and great video. I am now subscribed to watch other videos and tutorials as well !
Ugh, bindings! Necessary, but not my favorite part of quilting! There are a lot of methods out there, but I use exactly the same method you show, and it works the best for me. But, I'm going to try your suggestion and cut my binding 2-1/4" instead of 2-1/2" to make it a little fuller. Great video, as always!
I actually enjoy binding…now that I have mostly perfect technique. I settled on this method early in my short quilting career. I felt I had more control stitching the binding down to the front v catch as catch can for the back. But my first efforts were … first efforts.
An edge stitch foot offers a great guide to run on the edge of the binding for excellent uniformity. My Bernina walking foot also has that feature. Stiletto a mvp tool to manipulate with both precision and safety. I also use a longer stitch. Thanks for adding to the knowledge base. Building confidence through competence (practice and failing better) makes this process much more enjoyable.
Love this. This is how I do mine and it's just kinda nice to see an "expert" doing it the same as me😁. I usually do a longer stitch length on final sew around but otherwise the same. Thanks, just found your videos and totes appreciate your work.
I do double machine binding, too but not because I'm so busy it's because of decreased mobility in my hands & back. I've been doing better & I really appreciate all your videos, Krista thank you 😊
I am not a hand sewer ( when ot comes to binding) sometimes if I am feeling adventurous I hit the button on my machine and change up the stitches to one of the "fancy" ones ( clearly I have no idea what they are called) that way it gives my quilts a little something and can hide a multitude of mistakes 🤭. Love the tutorial as always
You will have to follow the link that referred to for that part of the process. All the links I talked about are listed in the description box below this video. This is the one for my method of joining the ends of the binding! czcams.com/video/xfQNwCxWP5o/video.html I hope that helps!
Thank you Krista! Your instructions are so clear and helpful. I do enjoy hand sewing bindings but quilts for kids that get a lot of washing and wear, I prefer machine washing. Your tips are great!
I have been struggling with machine binding on the front side. I didn't like the way my top stitches looked woobley, your hint of moving my needle over to the left made all the difference! Now I am super pleased with the front and really appreciate all your videos!! Thank you so much!
Thanks Krista, this is basically how I do my binding though I do use clips. I just have to remember to put the binding on the back rather than the front-love this method!
Binding has always been a dreaded process for me. Hand stitching takes too long to do and my corners don't always hit the right spot. Your tips have been REALLY helpful. I particularly like the idea of sewing diagonally at the corners. I have more control and I know my corners are secure. Thanks again!
Great. Video and found it just at the right time …I have a 42x42 inch lap quilt ready for the binding…I do have t9 say this is equal to any paid quilt class I have taken at my LQS. Thank you so very much. 👍👍
Thank you Kathleen! I found that cute flannel backing at JoAnn and just had to buy it. I think kit was a part of their Christmas flannels this last year.
I do this method but I sew from the top so you don’t see a seam then top stitch from the back and it’s a stitch in the ditch on the front and it catches the back perfectly. But it takes practice my first one was disastrous
I have never done that... but I don't think it would be a problem if your tension was adjusted so you wouldn't see thread pulled through from one side to the other.
Can never get the back look right when I turn the binding to the front and sew. So I do it the other way I have been taught, sew the front first and turn to the back and hand stitch!
If the back doesn't look right it really bugs me! I hate to hand sew but after all the time and effort to make my blocks look great, I want the back to look great, too!
That's right, I don't use a walking foot. But I do a couple things that might make the difference. I quilt my quilts right up to the edge so all those layers aren't moving or shifting. I also cut my binding selvage to selvage and that gives it a little stretchiness.... I don't pull on it while sewing it on, but I do hold it tight and I think that keeps it from creasing or bunching up. When I have cut my binding straight of grain (parallel to the selvage) I have had trouble with the creasing and bunching, so I know that part makes a difference.
You're using a Bernina #1 foot? When you sew on the back, is needle in center? Then you moved two positions to the left on the front. Correct? I am not good at machine binding, but this helps. Thanks
Yes! Just prepare your binding the way you would for a basic "French" binding. I think you might find this blog helpful www.kristamoser.com/post/how-wide-to-cut-your-binding
When it gets top stitched on the flip side it doesn't actually catch the binding again... the stitches land just to the side of the binding into the backing a little. If some of those starting and or stopping stitches come loose over time with wear it is very hard to get back in there and rescuer that spot without taking quite a bit apart. You only have to have something like that happen once to realize this little backstitch is quick and simple insurance for longevity! @@Marla.22
Yes it is... just a little basic. I bought it second hand and they had put a custom wrap on the front, so I can't see the model number! Haha! I know it isn't fancy though :)
Hi and thanks a million! Your work is so neat that I will certainly give it a try! And your quilt is very beautiful! Have a great day!🌺🌸
Thank you so much Mariette!
Thank you Krista! 💙I have so much pride with my hand sewn bindings. However because of your clear tutorial, I am going to learn to stop being fearful of the double sewing method, and soon will be just as proud of that skill set too.! 🙂
I love this plan!! You will learn to love it with a little practice :)
I love your binding method.Love your teaching skills.
Thank you so much Lucille!!
Thank you for doing this, Krista!!! Your bindings are perfect and a quilter’s dream! Hopefully, some day I’ll be as good as you. 🤞🤞🤞
You will be good in no time Gail!!
Oh boy, you are super clear in your explanations! I have a lot of bindings under my belt (so to speak) but I am engraving your method on my brain. Thanks so much!
Thank you so much Sarah! That is high praise :)
Thank you!
I do something similar, I start and finish in the front. I attach binding to the front, roll the binding to the back and stitch in the ditch catching the binding on the back. I too use 2.25 wide binding. As long as I go nice and slow, I catch it every time. I also start be pressing.
That's right Kathy! I think slow it key
Krista, great machine binding video! ❤️
Thank you Rita!!
Awesome helpful video - thank you, Krista!
Oh good!! I am so happy to hear that
Thank you for this detailed tutorial! I always learn from your videos and really appreciate your keen attention to detail.
Oh thank you so much Heather!!
Even sewing that binding down with white thread, your stitching was so even it looks great.
Hahaha! Thank you Lynn!
Thank you from Australia - you are so talented and generous in sharing your techniques in these wonderful videos. I have purchased your ruler and a couple of your patterns and can’t wait to get started. You are so inspirational.
That’s exactly how I do it too, even down to the pressing! I have no time for hand stitching and get no complaints from my clients either! Tip: I use an open-toed foot when top stitching on the front side which gives me a clear viewing field and I know exactly where the needle sinks in.
That is a great tip Madelyn!
Great tutorial! Thanks for posting this video!
I am so glad this was helpful!!
Thank you for the wonderful binding completely by
machine . I had to bond a wall hanging today and really did not want to take the time to finish by hand . Great tutorial and great video. I am now subscribed to watch other videos and tutorials as well !
Thank you so much Maureen! I'm glad this was helpful :)
Ugh, bindings! Necessary, but not my favorite part of quilting! There are a lot of methods out there, but I use exactly the same method you show, and it works the best for me. But, I'm going to try your suggestion and cut my binding 2-1/4" instead of 2-1/2" to make it a little fuller. Great video, as always!
I am so glad to hear that Beth!!
I actually enjoy binding…now that I have mostly perfect technique. I settled on this method early in my short quilting career. I felt I had more control stitching the binding down to the front v catch as catch can for the back. But my first efforts were … first efforts.
An edge stitch foot offers a great guide to run on the edge of the binding for excellent uniformity. My Bernina walking foot also has that feature. Stiletto a mvp tool to manipulate with both precision and safety. I also use a longer stitch. Thanks for adding to the knowledge base. Building confidence through competence (practice and failing better) makes this process much more enjoyable.
I love this comment Leisa! Such good input :)
@@kristamoser !!
Love this. This is how I do mine and it's just kinda nice to see an "expert" doing it the same as me😁. I usually do a longer stitch length on final sew around but otherwise the same. Thanks, just found your videos and totes appreciate your work.
I haven't found a better way :) works every time!
So needed this tutorial! Plus love using the folded binding tool to make binding and to connect binding on quilts. 😀
Yes!! That tool is wonderful!
I love this way of binding) do it all the time. Your work is perfect 👍 thank you
Thank you so much Nina!
I do double machine binding, too but not because I'm so busy it's because of decreased mobility in my hands & back. I've been doing better & I really appreciate all your videos, Krista thank you 😊
I am so glad to hear you are doing better Marcia, that has to be hard.
Thanks! I love hand binding, but this is good to have in the toolbox. Also, I love how your surprise backing came out.
I love how that backing looks too! It's kinda whimsical :)
I am not a hand sewer ( when ot comes to binding) sometimes if I am feeling adventurous I hit the button on my machine and change up the stitches to one of the "fancy" ones ( clearly I have no idea what they are called) that way it gives my quilts a little something and can hide a multitude of mistakes 🤭.
Love the tutorial as always
Hahaha! That's right Elizabeth :) feeling adventurous is a good way to put it!
What a great tutorial. Thank you for sharing!
I am so glad this was helpful Lynn!
I would have like to seen you join your binding too. Thank you for a good video on attaching the binding to the quilt.
You will have to follow the link that referred to for that part of the process. All the links I talked about are listed in the description box below this video. This is the one for my method of joining the ends of the binding! czcams.com/video/xfQNwCxWP5o/video.html I hope that helps!
This is my new way to do binding!!!!! Thanks! Yours looked so nice and neat.
Yay!! Thank you Pamela!
That quilt looks so puffy, love the quilting pattern and the gray fabric!
I used wool batting in this quilt! It gives it a nice loft without being too bulky.
@@kristamoser ah yes i have heard its great for show quilts for that reason. What fabric line did you use?
@@lizziedae91 I used mostly Kona solids (white and black) and the gray is Essex yarn dyed linen (charcoal color).
@@kristamoser ah yes the yarn dyed linen, I knew it had a familiar look but just couldn’t put my finger on it. You always pick such great fabrics
Thank you Krista! Your instructions are so clear and helpful. I do enjoy hand sewing bindings but quilts for kids that get a lot of washing and wear, I prefer machine washing. Your tips are great!
That's right Cindy! Charity quilts and Kids quilts need to be bulletproof :) Haha!
I have been struggling with machine binding on the front side. I didn't like the way my top stitches looked woobley, your hint of moving my needle over to the left made all the difference! Now I am super pleased with the front and really appreciate all your videos!! Thank you so much!
Wow!! Yay!! This made me smile, I am so glad it was helpful for you!
Thanks Krista, this is basically how I do my binding though I do use clips. I just have to remember to put the binding on the back rather than the front-love this method!
Yep! Haha! early on I used to forget what side all the time.
That´s the way, I do my bindings. Sometimes I take a decorativ stitch to sew it down on the frontside.
Greetings from Germany
Birgit
Yes! Those little decorative stitches add such a nice touch!
For a decorative stitch do you still want the stitches close to the edge or just part of the stitch on the binding and part off on the quilt?
@@jhwilliams6550 I would still try to keep the stitches as close to the edge as possible.
You are so good and inspirational!
Thank you so much Marilyn!!
Binding has always been a dreaded process for me. Hand stitching takes too long to do and my corners don't always hit the right spot. Your tips have been REALLY helpful. I particularly like the idea of sewing diagonally at the corners. I have more control and I know my corners are secure. Thanks again!
I am soooo glad this was helpful!!
I have been plying with 2 1/4” for a while I think you have shown it might be better. Thanks
I have been super happy with my results doing 2 1/4". I think you'll be happy too!
Great. Video and found it just at the right time …I have a 42x42 inch lap quilt ready for the binding…I do have t9 say this is equal to any paid quilt class I have taken at my LQS. Thank you so very much. 👍👍
Wow! I am so glad it was helpful!!
Thank you! Love your videos and the fabric backing you chose too! Please share the fabric designer. Thanks and Happy New Year 🎈
Thank you Kathleen! I found that cute flannel backing at JoAnn and just had to buy it. I think kit was a part of their Christmas flannels this last year.
Thank Krista!!
You bet Paula!!
thank you! very helpful!
You bet Marge! I am so happy it was helpdful.
Perfection.
Thank you!!
Will try your width of binding - thanks for such a great tutorial..
I am so glad it was helpful!
I learned something, the angled at the corner.
:) You'll like the results of that Manuela!
I do this method but I sew from the top so you don’t see a seam then top stitch from the back and it’s a stitch in the ditch on the front and it catches the back perfectly. But it takes practice my first one was disastrous
Hahaha! The first ones are always wild!
Nice!!!
Thank you Antonette!
I use this method but I go front to back and stitch in the ditch and prefer the 2 1/4 inch binding
I think you are not alone in that Mark! It's a nice look!
Looks great! Do you ever do a different color for the needle and bobbin thread to match the back color and the binding color?
I have never done that... but I don't think it would be a problem if your tension was adjusted so you wouldn't see thread pulled through from one side to the other.
I have always used a walking foot for my bindings, is there an advantage to using the ‘normal’ 1/4” foot instead?
I think a walking foot would work great! Especially with thicker quilts or if the quilting doesn't come right to the edge of the border.
Hi Krista! Can you do an easy version of the Jack's chain quilt please? 😁
I LOVE that quilt! But honestly, there's no good way to do it without Y seams... Are you struggling with Y seams?
this is wonderful ,and explanatory, what kind of machine do you have?
Can never get the back look right when I turn the binding to the front and sew. So I do it the other way I have been taught, sew the front first and turn to the back and hand stitch!
If the back doesn't look right it really bugs me! I hate to hand sew but after all the time and effort to make my blocks look great, I want the back to look great, too!
I know it takes time, it's just practice, practice, practice!... ugh and more practice :)
Hello Krista, thanks for the tutorial. Question: What is thw Brand and style of sewing machine were you sewing on?
I was using my little basic Bernina... I don't remember what model it is, but it's not fancy :)
@@kristamoser I love that U responded so promptly Krista thank you. I thought the red letters on the back of sewing machine was Bernina.😊
I was intrigued that you don’t use a walking foot? Do you ever find that your fabric creases or doesn’t feed through neatly?
That's right, I don't use a walking foot. But I do a couple things that might make the difference. I quilt my quilts right up to the edge so all those layers aren't moving or shifting. I also cut my binding selvage to selvage and that gives it a little stretchiness.... I don't pull on it while sewing it on, but I do hold it tight and I think that keeps it from creasing or bunching up. When I have cut my binding straight of grain (parallel to the selvage) I have had trouble with the creasing and bunching, so I know that part makes a difference.
You're using a Bernina #1 foot? When you sew on the back, is needle in center? Then you moved two positions to the left on the front. Correct? I am not good at machine binding, but this helps. Thanks
Yes! That's pretty much what I do. Center the needle for the first part and then move it two (or three) clicks to the left for the topstitching.
Is the finished width of the binding the same on both sides?
It should be very close!
What do you mean by a "heavy 1/4 inch"? Do you mean slightly wider,?
Yes! That is exactly what I meant.
To get a “heavy” 1/4 inch would you suggest moving your needle over to the left 2 or 3 ?
What batting did you use in this quilt? It looks so soft and fluffy!
I used wool batting in that quilt!
Did you fold your binding in half before you began sewing onto the quilt?
Yes! Just prepare your binding the way you would for a basic "French" binding. I think you might find this blog helpful www.kristamoser.com/post/how-wide-to-cut-your-binding
Now I know why my binding wasn’t like I wanted. Cutting 2.5 instead of 2 and 1 quarter inches…..
That made a big difference for me when I switched!
what kind of batting do u use to get that full look
I mostly use 100% cotton or 100% wool. I think I used wool in this one.
why use a lock stitch if its flipped over and sewn again?
I'm not sure I understand your question...? Are you asking why I make it secure for sure?
Yes, wondered why a back lockstitch when its going to be sewn again on the flip side@@kristamoser
When it gets top stitched on the flip side it doesn't actually catch the binding again... the stitches land just to the side of the binding into the backing a little. If some of those starting and or stopping stitches come loose over time with wear it is very hard to get back in there and rescuer that spot without taking quite a bit apart. You only have to have something like that happen once to realize this little backstitch is quick and simple insurance for longevity! @@Marla.22
I see. OK thanks@@kristamoser
is that a Bernina machine< what model?
Yes it is... just a little basic. I bought it second hand and they had put a custom wrap on the front, so I can't see the model number! Haha! I know it isn't fancy though :)
Is there a quilt pattern available for the chevron/squiggle style quilt thats hanging up in this video? 🙂
Yes, that's Rock N Roller Coaster. You can find it here; www.kristamoser.com/rock-n-roller-coaster
@@kristamoser fantastic, thank you very much.
thanks i want it too....so cute
where is the info on how you close/join the ends?
I located it. Check out the FOLDED CORNER CLIPPER BINDING TRICK..It is a few minutes into the video!!! Good Luck. I have issues with that step too!