Scrap binding for quilts

This is not the first quilt binding tutorial that I’ve written, but this time I’m going to focus on how to make scrappy quilt binding. I get asked about this all the time! Darcy, how do you make your scrappy quilt bindings? This is how. This is how to make scrappy quilt binding. Before I go through the directions for how to make scrappy quilt binding, here are several previous quilts that have scrappy binding. This baby Carillon Quilt has several yellow fabrics in the binding. The Quiltville…

Since we are all stuck at home madly sewing every last scrap together ;) hahaha! Impossible I know! I thought I would post this scrap binding tutorial from a little while back… just in case you can’t get to the store to buy binding to match all those newly finished quilts! Here is a great way to use every last scrap no matter how skimpy the size. I have the hardest time throwing away odd sized strips… you know the ones left at the end of your yardage once you’ve cut all your 2½” strips (or…

We are having a super lively discussion OVER HERE and how to make scrappy Quilt binding came up. I so happen to be finishing a UFO with scrappy quilt binding.. so I thought I'd share what I do! x I am doing single binding, straight of grain, cut 1.5" wide. BUT you can do this with any width binding. I am using random lengths. I do happen to have more of the paisley fabric. So I have cut that into chunks so they will be set every other one with the other fabrics. I don't want a whole SIDE…

This is a quick step by step photo tutorial today on how to join straight binding strips when you need a piece longer than the width of your fabric. If using quilting cotton, which is

I like to think of finishing the raw edges of a quilt – to be a little like adding the ribbon to a package wrapped with pretty paper – or the frame on a painting. The project is still pretty – but finishing the raw edges make it complete. Finishing the edges of my quilt is an important part of the quilting process – and I have to confess – it may be my favorite part. There’s more than one way to finish the edges of our quilt. So … how do we choose? Read more ... #Quiltblox #QuiltBinding

I made my first every scrappy binding for my latest scrap quilt and I love it! I turned out so great and I'll definitely be making more scrap fabric binding in the future. So many colourful possibilities! #scrappybinding #quilting

Binding Quilts: Binding finishes the edges of a quilt and there are quite a few variations on how it can be done. Step by step tutorial

Quilt bindings are the most magical, and sometime confusing part of quilt making, especially for a new quilter! I shared a tutorial a few years back, but have adapted and made a few changes as I’ve grown as a quilter, and thought it was enough to update the post. Any tips or suggestions you might […]

This easy quilt binding tutorial is your one-stop resource for mastering quilt binding and elevating your quilts from good to great. Perfect for beginners and experienced quilters alike, this step-by-step tutorial covers everything from preparing binding strips to attaching them flawlessly. Learn how to sew perfect mitered corners, how to join binding strips easily. Discover pro tips and tricks to make binding easier and achieve a polished finish every time. Don't let confusion over binding…