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How to Make Quilt Binding, How to cut Quilt Binding

admin — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:18:20 +0000

I have had quite a few emails about making quilting binding and which way do I cut the fabric for the binding. Well for me it really just depends…If I am in a huge hurry(or feeling extremely lazy) to get the project done I go lengthwise with my cuts(the width of the fabric) It does cause more wear and tear on the bindings, especially if it is a well loved quilt that gets thrown in the washer a lot. I personally have never had an issue with any of my quilts but I have seen it happen to others. I suppose one way to avoid this is to wash the quilts on gentle cycle.

The best way is to cut Crosswise grain( These are the threads that run across the fabric between the two selvages, perpendicular to the lengthwise threads or ribs. Fabric stretches more on the crosswise than on the lengthwise grain.) So the theory is with that extra stretch you will get more durability and If you have a thread break down(just imagine when a thread breaks down in your underwear elastic and it just keeps going and going and going) it will stop and cause less damage to the entire side of the quilt.

The third way is to just buy the binding, Moda and Michael Miller have a great selection of bindings. I keep some of Moda’s polka dot binding on hand at all times, especially the black and white- seems to look great in all of the bright quilts. Then of course a pastel binding. I am going to post some videos I enjoy…really a great way to learn binding rathern then trying to learn it typed.

Happy Quilting,
Jen

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admin — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 14:43:11 +0000

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The Quilters Ultimate Visual Guide: From A to Z– Hundreds of Tips and Techniques for Successful Quiltmaking
This is a wonderful book! Just picked one up today and I HIGHLY recommend it. If you are anything like me and really need visuals to learn then this book is for you! It covers everything from A to Z by top notch teachers. I see this sitting by my sewing machine and not on the shelf. If you are new, intermediate, or even an advanced quilter this book is still going to be very useful! Pick one up inexpensive on Ebay!
From the Back Cover
Everything you ever wanted to know about quilting!

You’ve hit the jackpot with this quilter’s ultimate answer book. From A to Z you’ll find combined wisdom from a star-studded cast of 60 expert quilters. Lavishly illustrated, this fun “look-and-learn” reference book covers every aspect of quiltmaking:

* Basic quiltmaking techniques
* Hard-to-find information on specialized techniques
* Reviews of tolls and supplies
* Basic quilt types explained and illustrated
* Definitions of terms every quiltmaker should know
* Creativity and inspiration

“This comprehensive book will delight quiltmakers. Don’t even file it on the bookshelf– keep it out somewhere handy because you’ll want to reach for it again and again.”–Pepper Cory, author, designer, and internationally known quilting teacher

“Reading this impressive encyclopedic reference for quilt lovers is like taking classes from 60 top-notch teachers, each offering different areas of expertise. The excellent illustrations make it remarkably easy to understand the many quiltmaking techniques described. The book is an invaluable resource for every quiltmaker!”–Bonnie Leman, founder of Quilter’s Newsletter Magazine and Quiltmaker magazine

About the Author
Ellen Pahl has had a lifelong interest in quilting and sewing. She has been a quilt books editor at Rodale Press for the past six years and lives in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania. Contributors include Debbie Mumm, Lynette Jensen, Marsha McCloskey, Roberta Horton, Jean Wells, Debra Wagner, and Carol Doak.