FLASHBACK POST!
The following post was done back in 2011 by Moda Lissa BUT this tool is way
too cool not to include in our Ruler Extravaganza!
PLUS there is a new MINI size.
PLUS there is a new MINI size.
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When I first heard of this ruler, my first thought was REALLY????
Who needs a ruler for binding?
The answer is EVERYONE.
This is a fantastic tool. Cut and sew binding as you normally would.
This ruler helps with measuring and joining the 2 ends of the binding.
FACTOID: Judges at many of the major quilt shows will run their hands along the edges of a quilt. They feel for a consistent, even binding. This means having batting in the binding and also that the seams are joined with a bias seam. The judges also look for a flat even binding. The binding tool helps with all of these prize winning attributes. The instructions are printed right on the ruler.
And this is The Mini Binding Tool which is just what you need for your smaller
projects that use 2" binding; like miniature quilts, placemats, potholders, bibs, and bags.
1. Sew on your binding leaving a 12" opening. You will need a 10" tail on each side.
2. But the flat edge of the tool up where you stopped sewing. Bring the binding over the top of the tool and mark as indicated.
Rotate the ruler 180 degrees and repeat with the binding on the other side.
3. Open the binding, laying the right side up and cut from the marks you made. Use the tool to make your cuts, be sure to cut the 1/4" straight line also.
4. Sew ends together. Press seam open. This works perfect every time.
Notice how the edge of the ruler has the point trimmed off. If you cut the point off your fabirc also they line up wonderfully. (sorry for the busy picture)
TIPS: Make sure the words on the ruler are always right side up. This will help keep the ruler going in the correct direction.
Mark with a pencil and double check the angles before cutting.
Make sure you mark where the line is on the ruler not the tip of the ruler.
If pictures are worth a thousand words, then a video must be with a million.
Visit Missouri Star Quilt co. for a How-to video.
Check out Missouri Star for an additional video using this ruler. We were so inspired by it that we have created a pattern handout for your use.http://www.unitednotions.com/LA_CUttingTable_BindingToolPattern.pdf
Mark with a pencil and double check the angles before cutting.
Make sure you mark where the line is on the ruler not the tip of the ruler.
If pictures are worth a thousand words, then a video must be with a million.
Visit Missouri Star Quilt co. for a How-to video.
Check out Missouri Star for an additional video using this ruler. We were so inspired by it that we have created a pattern handout for your use.http://www.unitednotions.com/LA_CUttingTable_BindingToolPattern.pdf
I am making one from assorted jelly rolls. No sashing for me. Love it!! Can't wait to make one with bright fun fabrics also.
GIVEAWAY TIME!!!!
Today we're giving away a Binging Tool & Mini Binding Tool to one lucky winner!
To enter please leave a comment about how you currently bind your quilts.
To enter please leave a comment about how you currently bind your quilts.
You will have until September 30th at midnight to post a comment. All winners will be randomly selected and announced o the Moda...The Cutting Table Blog on October 2nd.
Make sure to visit the Moda blog every day for more opportunities to win! And follow Moda Lissa's blog for more fun & Giveaways!
Make sure to visit the Moda blog every day for more opportunities to win! And follow Moda Lissa's blog for more fun & Giveaways!
I generally machine sew binding to front of quilt, the hand stitch in the back. I've read of this tool and would love a chance to win one.
ReplyDeleteLately I have been doing my binding completely by machine.
ReplyDeleteI machine stich double fold continuous binding to the front and then hand stitch tot he back. This tool would defintiely make my life a lot easier as I find it tricky to match up the two ends of the binding at times. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteBinding a quilt is my favourite thing to do!! I machine stitch on the top and bring round to the back and handstitch, adding a little bit of glue to hold it in place instead of pins so I don;t get all stabbed form the pins!!!
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch to the back then to the front. This tool looks like a great idea.
ReplyDeleteman! I usually have to sew and unpick at least twice before I get binding right. Does this work with any size (width) of binding strips?
ReplyDeleteI machine bind my quilts for the top and back. I wrap the binding around to the back and pin it in place. Then I slowly and careful stitch in the ditch to sew the binding on the back. But I have honestly never tried hand stitching the binding on so I can't say which is better.
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch double fold binding to the front of the quilt and then hand stitch to the back.
ReplyDeleteI need this tool! I've tried binding many ways, including the way this ruler seems to work, but I always get screwed up when I try to do it this "diagonal seam" way. I really really need to have this tool...seriously!
ReplyDeleteI am just starting to bind a baby quilt now
ReplyDeleteso I am going to pay attention to evenness and batting in the binding
I usually sew to front and hand finish back.
Occasionally, I use double fold and machine sew
Would love to try this, the hardest part is joining the ends on the bias- I often hand sew those bits together! I fully machine bind now, after much trial and error and learning!
ReplyDeleteI have seen but not used the binding tool before. It looks like something I could really use! I machine stitch the binding to the front and then flip it to the back and hand sew. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteIve only made 2 quilts and both I binded the the front on the machine and the back by hand. I would love to learn how to bind the both sides on the machine!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat tutorial, thank you so much!
ReplyDeleteGreetings from Italy, emanuela
Great tips!Lemme go see the video.
ReplyDeleteI machine bind both sides but am still new to it and dread it when it comes time. I hope some day I can say it's my favorite part of quilting!
ReplyDeleteI machine bind my quilts on front and back. This tool would really help!
ReplyDeleteCompleted the binding on my first quilt...hmmm. Now I'm UNbinding it. Perhaps this tool will help me do a better job on the next attempt!
ReplyDeleteI have the large binding tool and love it, especially as a new quilter. I still struggle with the small projects and didn't know they had a mini version. If I win I would give the large to a friend and keep the mini for myself.
ReplyDeleteCompleted the binding on my first quilt...hmmm. Now I'm UNbinding it. Perhaps this tool will help me do a better job on the next attempt!
ReplyDeleteI generally hand sew the back although high usage quilts are machined via a stitch in the ditch. Would this tool work on minis e.g. 12x12 size?
ReplyDeleteSounds like something I need. :)
ReplyDeleteI usually machine sew to the front and then hand sew the back. I always have to check a tutorial that I have on my PC to get that final connection right. This ruler would eliminate that, I believe.
ReplyDeleteThanks!
machine to the front, hand stitch the back. This looks interesting and I could put it to good use. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI avoid it because I get frustrated. I like perfection, this may help.
ReplyDeleteFor "everyday" quilts, I machine sew the binding on the back, turn it to the front, and machine sew it down. For "company coming" quilts I sew the binding on the front and hand sew the back.
ReplyDeleteI just can't get the hang of a totally machine done binding, so I machine it on the front and hand sew to the back. I learned to do bias joining of strips. This tool looks like a great help with that! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch the front and then suck it up and hand stitch the back
ReplyDeleteI machine sew on front then turn to the back and hand sew.
ReplyDeleteI sew my binding on the front using the machine,then turn and hand sew it to the back. I have struggled with joining the binding and this would be an awesome tool to add to my sewing tool chest! Thanks so much for the video, it helped alot! :)
ReplyDeleteI've only made three so far, but for the first two I machine sewed on the back then machine sewed on the front. I was very happy with the way these looked. For my third one I tried the same thing and just wasn't satisfied, so I ended up machine sewing to the front then hand stitching the back.
ReplyDeleteAs a beginner this tool sounds like a lifesaver for making smooth bindings. I can use all the help I can get!!
Machine stitch to the front and hand-stitch to the back
ReplyDeleteBecause I like a full binding, I trim the excess batting and backing after I've sewn the binding to the front. Can't stand a flimsy binding! Hand stitch it to the back.
ReplyDeleteLaDonna
My usual method of binding is to sew by machine to the front, fold over to back for hand stitching. Depending on the purpose of the quilt, on rare occasions I have sewn by machine totally.
ReplyDeleteI see the front and hand stitch the back.
ReplyDeleteI sew my binding down by hand after folding my binding to the back
ReplyDeleteI use to sew by machine the front of the quilt, and fold the binding over the back and hand stitch it in the back.Thanks for the chance!!
ReplyDeleteI'm still working on my first quilt but I plan to machine bind it (front and back) when the time comes.
ReplyDeleteI'm fascinated by this tool. I have been using bias seems for joining all the pieces of my binding except that final one that cant be done until the end. It bothered me that it didn't match and caused that extra spot of bulk.
ReplyDeleteDouble fold, sew to the front and hand stitch to the back. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI machine sew my bindings to the front, and hand stitch them to the back. I have joined the seams on the bias, as well as straight across. I have tried all sorts of ways - following instructions from books, video tutorials, and fellow quilters. So far nothing feels exactly right. This sounds like just what I need!
ReplyDeleteI need this! I currently sew my bindings on with much cursing! It's my least favorite part of quilting!
ReplyDeleteMachine sew on the front, hand sew on the back. Joining the ends is always a challenge. I've tried various methods but haven't used the binding tool.
ReplyDeleteI either stitch the top and the hand bind the back, or zig zag the whole works But I hate binding :)
ReplyDeleteI do both... machine and hand... depends on the quilt
ReplyDeleteI actually like to do bindings. On quilts, I stitch the front by machine and hand-stitch the back. On table runners, I generally do a faux piped binding entirely by machine. But I can never remember what to do with those fabric tails, so I need these tools!!! So glad they make a mini tool for my narrow bindings!
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch to the front and hand stitch the binding to the back. Tis tools looks like it would make joining the ends so much easier. I love that it has multiple use too.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win this. I have a few quilts I haven't finished because of binding.
ReplyDeleteI'm at the binding point on my very first quilt. Was planning to do it by machine....but these tools would come in soooooo handy!!!
ReplyDeleteI usually sew the binding on with my machine and then sit down to a good drama on TV and blind stitch it in place. What a neat tool!!
ReplyDeleteI have only bound one quilt. I found a tutorial and did it that way. it was pretty easy. No hand sewing required.
ReplyDeleteI usually machine bind my quilts, sewing them to the back first and using a zig zag or straight stitch on the front. When I come to the end, I leave both tails loose quite a bit and then sew the tails together diagonally like when making the binding. Then I cut off the extra, fold it in half, and sew it all down!
ReplyDeleteI do bias binding..this would b e great!
ReplyDeleteI stitch to the front, hand stitch to the back, but the thing that always trips me up it how to end the binding it never looks quite right. So I NEED this tool. I have a quilt waiting to have the binding put on it, I've put it off for 6 months!!
ReplyDeleteGood morning! Currently I am using cross grain strips, 2 1/2", using mitred corners most of the time, and. Machine finishing...still perfecting the machine finish...
ReplyDeleteI sew my binding on front to back. But I always ALWAYS have a problem with it comes to connecting them :-( This tool looks great, and what a great tutorial. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThe frustrations this would ease!!! I would trade it for the seam ripper, thanks for the chance. What a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI have been "tucking" my ends together, but it is bulky. I've tried connecting them in the past but I was getting twisted up. This makes it look so easy. I love the video from Missouri Star, because that really helped too.
ReplyDeleteYou said to leave a comment about how I bind my quilts now. Well to be honest I bind my quilts poorly lol. I can never remember how to cut the binding so it joins together right. I have tried various different methods of sewing the binding by machine. I am new at quilting so my next attempt will be to sew it by hand and see if that will work.
ReplyDeleteLove the large binding tool, would love to have the mini! These really make a difference in the quilt binding, no bulky join! I add all my bindings to the front, by machine with mitered corners, then flip and finish by hand.
ReplyDeletei bind them just like that, but without that ruler! i mark my starting end on inside and measure 1/2" out. i have cut along the wrong mark before :( this ruler would definitely be a big help!
ReplyDeleteI sew my binding to the front then hand stitch to the back. I leave several inches at the beginning of the binding and then I do a 40degree sewing to connect the two ends. Some times I get one tail twisted and then have to start over. This would be a great tool to have. Thanks for the chance to win your gift.
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ReplyDeleteI do mine just like Bizy Stitches!! I often have to rip out and get the binding going the right way!! Thanks for the chance to win this tool!!
ReplyDeletePaulette
I machine stitch double fold binding to the front of the quilt and then hand stitch to the back
ReplyDeleteI machine stich double fold continuous binding to the front and then hand sew it to the back. I just like the clean look. (Though my husband says why are you sewing it by hand isn't that why you have a machine?? HaHa!) Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteNeat, I'd love to win!
ReplyDeleteI bind by hand as well as machine. This is a tool I definitely need!
ReplyDeleteI usually machine sew the front binding on and hand do the back. I haven't mastered machine sewn binding on the back yet. Always looking for a quick way to do binding.
ReplyDeleteI machine bind to the quilt top and then I hand stitch the back. Hope to win!
ReplyDeleteI machine sew the binding to the top of the quilt and hand sew it on the back....takes me for.e.ver!!
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch binding back first and the front. I have been guessing a lot when I bias cut when I join the two ends so this tool would take all the guess work out of it.
ReplyDeleteI default to wrapping the back to the front to bind, but I wish I was better at other techniques.
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch to the front, then fold over and machine stitch on the front of the quilt and catch it on the back. I always have trouble joining up the ends when sewing it down on the front. Looks like a great tool.
ReplyDeleteI am just making my first quilt and am rather scared of getting to the binding part. Thanks for a great giveaway, it looks to be just what I need right now.
ReplyDeleteks(dot)eyles(at)yahoo(dot)co(dot)uk
Lately I have been doing my binding completely by machine. Thank you for the chance to win this great tool!
ReplyDeleteI usually machine sew binding to front of quilt, then hand stitch in the back.
ReplyDeleteI too sew by machine on the front and hand stitch the back. Some times my joining seam is a tiny bit off, so I'm intrigued by this tool. Thanks for the opportunity!!
ReplyDeleteemily@thecaffeinatedquilter.com
Machine in front and hand-stitch in the back! This took would help me out a lot!
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch one side of the binding onto my quilt and do the other side by hand. I have a horrible time trying to join my binding at the ends. This tool looks like it will help.
ReplyDeleteI think list most others here, I machine stitch the binding to the front and then handstitch the back. These tools are amazing because I always forget how to join the two ends and have to dig through books to find instructions.
ReplyDeleteI sew binding by machine leaving the start open aprox. 5 inches, then when I get back to the start cut the binding to fit. This tool and method are so much more precise. Love it!
ReplyDeleteI just started binding by machine.
ReplyDeleteI use bias joins and machine stitch it all the way . . . no handwork for me.
ReplyDeleteI sew it to the front then hand stitch it to the back.
ReplyDeleteI usually use a double fold binding and stitch by machine and hand. I use to fold one end under to finish, but now joining the ends with a bias seam. I always have to find the tuturial to remember how to do it,so this would be great!!!
ReplyDeleteI machine sew on the front and hand stitch on the back, this tool looks like it would make binding a whole lot easier!
ReplyDeleteI machine sew the front then glue it down and hand stitch. Good luck everyone!
ReplyDeleteCurrently I make all my binding from 2-1/2" strips. Those are ironed into 1-1/4" strips. I machine sew them to the front and then hand stitch to the back. The strips are joined with a bias seam. And to join the two ends, I place my 2-1/2" wide ruler on top of the overlapping ends and trim them down. Then I sew them together with a bias seam. It sounds like a lot of work as I am writing it all out, but it isn't, and it looks nice when it is done.
ReplyDeleteI have 'helped' someone bind a quilt but haven't done one myself yet. Having these tools would definitely help.
ReplyDeleteI machine sew to the front and hand sew to the back. I would love the give this tool a try.
ReplyDeleteI love hand stitching my binding after machine stitching a double binding to the front I hand stitch the back. Then I get to sit with my quilt covering me and really enjoy it (unless it is 100 degrees).
ReplyDeleteFun tool! I wonder if the mini would help me with my mug rugs and such? I do sew binding to the back and then flip to the front where I machine stitch on again.
ReplyDeleteThanks! ~ Christina in Cleveland
Right now I use my Bernina binding attachment, cut 1 1/2 in. strips and sew it on, done! I have no problem with hand binding until I get to the end when I have to join the seams. This tool would be awesome!
ReplyDeleteI usually machine stitch the binding on and then handstitch the back. If I ever get far enough on my next quilt to finish it, I am going to try the flange technique and machine stitch all the way!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great tool. I machine sew it on the front and then hand stitch it on the back. Sometimes I have trouble with that final bias seam so this looks like it would help.Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI've paid a quilt shop to do it, need to learn.
ReplyDeleteI machine quilt the binding to the front and then hand stitch to the back. I have the most trouble attaching one binding strip to another when I am making my single long strip of binding. I wonder if this tool would make that simpler as well?
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch double fold binding to the front of my quilts and then hand stitch to the back. I love getting to the binding stsge when making quilts but find joining my ends tricky. Cool tool. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI just fold the binding fabric in half. machine stitch from front and then hand stitch on the back.
ReplyDeleteI love this tool!!! and would love to add it to my quilting tool collection!! I sew my bindings on by machine to the front of the quilt, fold to back and hand stitch. I love to sew bindings on!!!
ReplyDeleteI machine bind my quilts and have just started making my own binding haven't been quilting long but i love it I bind the back first then the top
ReplyDeletethis would be so awesome for me as I pretty much just guess by over lapping my ends and sewing them together and hope its right I recently on friday the 13th messed up my binding and had to remove the whole thing that was a first and not one to be repeated lol
This tool looks great! I currently bind my quilts by machine.
ReplyDeleteI machine sew the binding to the front, and then hand stitch it to the back. The tools will help joining up those ends! Crossing my fingers...
ReplyDeleteSusie
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I do machine binding 2inches fold in half and then hand sew the other side with Martello zip bind, this tool will help a lot.
ReplyDeleteI sew the binding on by machine then hand stitch it down on the back. Thanks for the chance to win.
ReplyDeleteI also machine sew to the front, and then hand sew onto the back.
ReplyDeleteI did try machine sewing the back once too, but made a right mess of it!
This tool looks great! :-)
I sew my binding by machine and join the ends in the same fashion as demonstrated, but without the binding tool. I would love to have one! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI sew one side of the binding down and then use a similar method but without the tool. Which is why I sew the join first before cutting because I don't always get it right.
ReplyDeleteDouble fold bias binding is my choice for large quilts and throws. It's stitched on by machine then turned and hand appliqued. I experiment with different methods of joining the bias strips so I could really use a binding tool. Thanks for the great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI never knew there was supposed to be batting in the binding! I've always cut mine even with the quilt top. Thanks for the tip!
ReplyDeleteI didn't realize there was a mini-binding tool. Would love to win this as I've really gotten in to the mini quilts lately (so I can actually get something completed...LOL!!)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win!!
I machine stitch on the front, hand stitch on the back and the do the Elanor Burns overlap-close method for the ends.
ReplyDeleteI use a double fold binding (unless it's a really small quilt then I use a single layer of fabric so it's not too bulky), I sew it on the front with the machine and then hand stitch the back. Although it takes some time it's not difficult - the hardest part is sewing the ends together so this tool would be awesome.
ReplyDeleteI'm working on my first quilt now. I'm almost to that point, but not quite. Not sure how I'm going to do it yet.
ReplyDeleteI currently machine sew my binding and when it comes to the end I TRY TO do as suggested, it comes out all right although at times a little bulky. I would love the opportunity to make my quilts 'Blue Ribbon' worthy! Thanks for the opportunity! I love Moda fabrics!
ReplyDeleteI use double-fold binding. I always had a hard time finishing the binding until someone told me to cut the overlap of the binding the width of your binding strip. Makes it so easy now to join any binding. This tool would come in really handy though for my sister, who is just learning to quilt.
ReplyDeleteI always make double-fold continuous binding strips and machine stitch them to the front of the quilt, mitre the corners and hand stitch to the back.
ReplyDeleteI always make double-fold continuous binding strips and machine stitch them to the front of the quilt, mitre the corners and hand stitch to the back.
ReplyDeleteOn the last quilt I finished, I overlapped the tails and put pins where they should connect. This tool would surely make that process much easier. Thanks a bunch for the chance to win! ☺
ReplyDeleteI sew the binding to the back and hand sew it to the front. To finish off, I have to get out my "The Quilters Bible" book and read the directions. The tool looks waaaay easier.
ReplyDeleteI sew the binding to the quilt by machine, then hand stitch the binding to finish. I really enjoy doing the final step of the binding by hand. I
ReplyDeleteI rotary cut my strips, sew together on bias, fold and iron, machine sew to front and hand stitch to back. I must admit that matching up the ends of the binding, also on the bias, is the hard part for me. I would LOVE this little tool!
ReplyDeleteI either make a "self binding," by folding the backing fabric over to the front and machine stitching down--or I make double-fold bias binding, machine stitch it to the front, then fold to the back. At this point, I secure it with Clover Wonder Clips and Dritz Hem Clips (if I don't have enough Wonder Clips), then top stitch it using a decorative machine stitch such as the feather stitch. Hand sewing is extremely painful for me--and oftentimes, hand sewn bindings come out in the washing machine. :(
ReplyDeleteI machine-sew the binding strips, then depending on whether or not I have a deadline, I either hand-sew or stitch in the ditch. However, I feel rather dumb that it didn't occur to me to ever look for this tool. I can't tell you how many different tutorials I've watched, but couldn't wrap my brain around it. My quilts would FAIL if judged!! :)
ReplyDeleteI love binding and I think I am really good at it. Cut my strips 2" wide. Fold in half and iron. Start with a 45 degree cut at starting edge in the middle of a side on the front of the quilt. Stitch to within 1/4" to end. Leave needle in fabric and pivot so point is pointing towards me, decrease stitch number real low and stitch off to point. Then the usual flip up, then down and continue to stitch to within 12" of start. The rest is so confusing I give up trying to explain it. I really need this ruler...LOL
ReplyDeleteI ask my Aunt to help me! Or just sew it down I have such trouble connecting it at the end! I could really use these tools!
ReplyDeleteI use different methods depending on the look I want, but try to end the way you show, only without this neat gadget! I love gadgets, and would love to win this one.Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI sew binding on the front and then hand sew on the back, but I am never sure how to put the two endings together. I need to try this tool. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteJenny Doan does a good job of demonstrating this neat tool. Would love to own one.
ReplyDeleteMe encanta el sorteo, esto me parece magia.
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Costa Rica
I machine stitch to the front of the quilt and hand stitch to the back. Would love to try this tool!
ReplyDeleteI bind by sewing to the front by machine and hand stitching to the back but have some problems with the joining. This tool looks like to might just do the trick and would love to win one because of limited budget.
ReplyDeleteI also machine stitch to the front, hand stitch to the back. Joining the two ends of the binding can be tricky--I overlap the two ends and sew across the join. I always use a basting stitch first to make sure it will fit properly b/c it doesn't always and I have to re-do. It's the best way I've tried, though not fool-proof.
ReplyDeleteI use a very similar method to connect the binding ends, but with a lot more guesswork. This tool looks like it will work wonderfully and without the guesswork!
ReplyDeleteTypically I machine sew the binding to the front, and then depending on type of quilt will hand stitch the back. Sometimes I can machine sew the back too.
ReplyDeleteI machine the front and relax hand stitching it to the back. Binding a quilt is the perfect time to reflect on the journey.
ReplyDeleteI bind by machine. My best tip is to use glue stick to glue the binding to the back. I get a great stitch in the ditch seam. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteOh Oh Oh....what a cool tool. I haven't got one and if I don't win one I will certainly have to buy one! Love it!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWith so many quilts to bind this would make it a snap and get more done in no time!
ReplyDeleteMachine the front and hand sew the back. I learnt how to do bias when at school but this tool would be very handy
ReplyDeleteI machine bind my quilts.I sew it on the front then go back and machine sew it on the back
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch the binding to the front and fold over and hand stitch it to the back.This tool would be a very useful one.
ReplyDeleteI use double fold binding and sew to the front and hand sew to the back side using the ladder stitch. I love that you can't see it stitches. When joining the binding ends together seem to take a couple of tries to get it right. Thanks for a chance to win the Binding Tool.
ReplyDeleteI sew the double fold binding to the front then fold over to the back and had stitch. This tool looks like a great tool to finish off the binding EASY!!
ReplyDeleteI sew the double fold binding to the front then fold over to the back and had stitch. This tool looks like a great tool to finish off the binding EASY!!
ReplyDeleteOh I bind the good old fashion way, by hand. I put the binding on by machine and the hand stitch it down. Thanks for the chance
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch the front and hand stitch the back. Thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeleteI am fairly new to sewing and quilting so I have only bound a few quilts. I machine stitch both front and back. I would love this tool!
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch double fold binding to the front and hand stitch the back. Usually stitch, rip, stitch to get the correct angle for that final seam!
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch the front and hand sew the back. This looks like a real time saver. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI would love to master this part of the binding process - have watched a friend do it for years and just can't seem to make it work. If this ruler does the trick, then it's a must have.
ReplyDeleteMost times I sew the binding to the front of the quilt. After wrapping the binding to the back, I stitch in the ditch. It doesn't show on the front and it just catches the binding edge on the back.
ReplyDeleteI have yet to bind a quilt! I am working on my first one right now. I'm sure this tool will come in very handy once I'm ready to bind it, though!
ReplyDeleteI do it the old fashioned way.....measure, cut and hope for the best. Would LOVE to win these tools!
ReplyDeleteI machine bind to the front, wrap over to the back and hand stitch. I secretly find binding therapeutical :)
ReplyDeletelapaceksorchard at gmail dot com
I machine bind to the front, and then love to hand stitch to the back.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the giveaway
I saw this tool at a quilt show, and could kick myself for leaving without it! I leave a ten inch opening, butt them together diagonally, press and sew them together. Such a process! I'm buying one of these if I don't win one!!
ReplyDeleteOn the two projects I've completed I have sewn the binding to the front of the quilt. Then wrapped the binding to the back and stitch in the ditch. It doesn't show on the front and it just catches the binding edge on the back. Sure would like to have these tools! Thanks for the how-to and for the chance to win them!
ReplyDeleteI use the old kiss, twist and wiggle method. The tool looks like it works pretty slick!
ReplyDeleteI'm new to quilting and have just used a regular ruler and guesswork. Have only made 2 twin sized simple block quilts for my daughters. I would LOVE a binding tool for precision. The right tool for the right job, eh? I just discovered this blog and am LOVING it! Thanks for all the tips!
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch to the back then to the front.
ReplyDeleteI machine bind the quilts. I don't care too much for handwork. I want to start on the next quilt top! :)
ReplyDeleteI machine bind and measure length and add a haf inch and hope for the best.
ReplyDeleteI always do a double fold binding. Stitching it on with machine and hand stitching the back
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch to the front, and then stitch in the ditch and hope the back catches, lol. Tools are great!
ReplyDeleteUnless I'm doing hand stitching, I sew the binding on the back, pull it to the front and sew it down. I know how to do the finishing bias binding but I forget and have to rediscover the technique each time I bind. I finally learned how to do good, sharp corners this year. Practice makes it better! Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI attach my binding by machine to the front of the quilt, then hand stitch it to the back. I join my ends on the diagonal, but always always try to be careful to cut it accurately. Maybe this tool would take away some of the angst about the process. Thanks for the demo!
ReplyDeleteI machine sew the binding to the front and then hand stitch the back. I am planning to machine bind a quilt that will be washed frequently.
ReplyDeleteWOw - that tool looks great! I sew my binding on the right side of my quilt and hand sew to back. Not always very evenly. :-(
ReplyDeleteI bind by sewing it on the back, rolling it to the front and finishing it with a decorative stitch.
ReplyDeleteI cut my binding 2 1/4 inches. I join the strips with a bias seam. Then after it's sewed and I'm ready to join the ends, it's all trial and error, and time consuming. Your tool sounds great.
ReplyDeleteI do it all by machine. I just read about some new tricks using the acufeed stitch in the ditch foot that I need to try.
ReplyDeleteI use a folded binding which I sew to the front by machine and then I sew it to the back by hand. I could use some help to get the end seam to look the way I want it to.
ReplyDeleteI generally do my bindings with the method described in the video, but the measurements are always a guessing game. This ruler would really make it easier!
ReplyDeleteI sew binding on all sides and the miter the corners.
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch the binding to the front and hand sew it to the back. To join it at the end, I cut the end of one piece on the bias, fold over a 1/4 inch seam allowance, then tuck the other end inside. I whip stitch the overlapped edge down. I would love to try the binding tool to finish the ends.
ReplyDeleteI have never heard of the ruler before or I would have one. IT usually takes me more than once to get the end of the binding right. I would love to win one.
ReplyDeleteI try to bind my quilts with the ends sewn as shown here, but end up with a mess! So, I just turn under the edge and sew it down, making a bit of bulk on the end. Not pretty, but is done!
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I bind my quilts completely by machine. I've been following the directions for joining the two ends of the binding that appear in The Quilter's Catalog by Meg Cox. The book is always right there on my sewing table. I though I had it memorized but I ended up making a mobius strip, so now I always check the book (which pretty much opens by itself to that page). Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch my binding to the front of the quilt then handstitch to the back.
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Debi
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How do I bind my quilts? As quick as I can when it gets back from the quilter!
ReplyDeleteI machine sew to front, turn to back and hand sew.
ReplyDeleteI usually use 2 1/4" straight if grain binding, often cut from leftover backing fabric, if there is any.
ReplyDeleteCurrently - straight grain, bias joins, except for the final one as I just can't work it out!! So you can imagine how excited I am to find out about this!
ReplyDeleteI use the machine for the first pass and hand stitch the back.
ReplyDeleteHow many times do I have to pull my quilting bool to read the instructions on joining the ends. This would be fabulous for me!!
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch 2 1/4" double fold binding to the front of my quilt and hand stitch it down on the back. Thanks for the giveaway.
ReplyDeleteI am a machine binding kind of girl, I love the look of it, especially zig zag.
ReplyDeleteI would love to win this, it would be the best prize EVER!! :)
Thanks for the chance to win!
As a beginner, this looks like the perfect tool. I have struggled with joining the ends with each project. I have only done machine binding - stitch to the front, fold over to the back and SID from the front.
ReplyDeleteI machine stitch down and hand finish. I have managed to joined the ends on the bias One time and sent off to a swap partner who never even sent hers to me. Lately, I've started joining the ends Straight instead of biased. I like the lack of bulk, but the lack of bias does bug me!
ReplyDeleteDo I really have to admit how I do my binding. I have my aunt cut and machine sew my binding on one side and then I hand stitch the other side. After watching the video I think I now understand and can do it all by myself with the new tool. Yes yes yes I would love to win this so I can do my own binding all by myself!
ReplyDeleteI use a binding that finishes out at about 3/8", double fold. And always leave the batting to the edge so that the binding is full. I machine sew it to the front of hte quilt and then hand sew it down. =)
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win this tool! I;ve had so much trouble doing this simple task and I can't seem to remember it either. Maybe having this handy tool will help for sure! Rather than having to turn on YouTube every time I do a binding and watching Jenny Doans Binding video. Mind you she is an amazing teacher I think I need simplicity and this is what this binding tool is simple! If only I owned one. Please chose me! Thank you Julie
ReplyDeleteI sew my binding on the my Bernina and then finishing sewing it by hand.
ReplyDeleteGotta have this ruler.
I'm still newish to quilting and have only sewn the binding to the front and hand stitched to the back. I'm wanting to try all machine stitched. Would love to try this tool as where the beginning and end of my binding join is a it tricky for me.
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I usually just have my mother-in-law do my binding! So these tools would come in very handy and help me to do the binding myself! Thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI've only made a couple quilts but I sewed the binding on the front & hand stitched the back. The hardest part for me was cutting & attaching the tails! This tool would be perfect for me! I've cut the tails on the wrong angle before! The binding tool would solve that problem for sure. Thanks for the chance to win one.
ReplyDeleteI have been making my own bias tape for the binding and I sew the whole thing on my machine. This tool looks very helpful!
ReplyDeleteI currently use bias binding for most of my quilts. I stitch them on by machine finishing by hand. I would love to have one of these rulers. It would make joining the ends so much easier.
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