Binding

OK, I looked at the pdf file of instructions. The cut binding strip is

Howdy!

Looks like more trouble than I'd put into mitering the corners for binding. That skinny binding on a small piece would be okay, but I want something more in proportion to the top on a bigger quilt.

Big Grin at her "voola!" Almost as good as "Viola! That's it!"

R/Sandy - whatever works...

When I make binding, I allow the MINIMUM of 12" extra on a twin quilt, more on large quilts. That is insurance for the situation you mention. It allows me to remove the offending seam, stitch the seam in a more convenient place, and continue. I do not like this as one is dealing with the bulk of the quilt, but it is do-able. To AVOID this situation, lay the binding around the quilt and check. For more on this award winning quilt binding tip, go to

Pat in Virginia PS: My tip earned me a packet of 5 or 6 coordinated FQ. They are beautiful!

When I make binding, I allow the MINIMUM of 12" extra on a twin quilt, more on large quilts. That is insurance for the situation you mention. It allows me to remove the offending seam, stitch the seam in a more convenient place, and continue. I do not like this as one is dealing with the bulk of the quilt, but it is do-able. To AVOID this situation, lay the binding around the quilt and check. For more on this award winning quilt binding tip, go to

Pat in Virginia PS: My tip earned me a packet of 5 or 6 coordinated FQ. They are beautiful!

Thanks, Pat! I checked out your tip - I like it! I'll keep that in mind next time I'm ready to bind.