Quilt binding widths

Do you have a go-to size to cut your binding? Have you ever tried a different size to see what effect you would get? I thought I would do a little experiment to show you different sizes and what they look like all sewn up!Here, I have four different sized strips: 2”, 2¼”, 2½” and 3”. I quilted up some sample swatches with a layer of 100% cotton batting in the middle. If you like to use thicker batting or thicker fabric like flannel or Minky, you may want to adjust the cut size to accommodate…

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 […]

Do you have a go-to size to cut your binding? Have you ever tried a different size to see what effect you would get? I thought I would do a little experiment to show you different sizes and what they look like all sewn up!Here, I have four different sized strips: 2”, 2¼”, 2½” and 3”. I quilted up some sample swatches with a layer of 100% cotton batting in the middle. If you like to use thicker batting or thicker fabric like flannel or Minky, you may want to adjust the cut size to accommodate…

Jan 29, 2022 - Learn the simple steps for making French Fold quilt binding.

How to Make Wide Quilt Binding with Carrie of Lifting Limits Quilting. Learn how to not loose much around the edges and turn those corners!

Learn how to easily calculate quilt binding taking into account the size of the quilt and the extra binding needed to turn corners and join ends.

The binding is one of the most important parts of the quilt. After it's been carefully pieced together, layered on top of batting and backing, then quilted, you want strong, beautiful binding to frame it. Whether you want your binding to match and blend into your quilt top or contrast against it, the binding needs to be there! You can make it wide or thin, it depends on which look you prefer. Sometimes the style of your quilt will help you decide whether you want wide or thin binding…

Such a delicate touch and so easy to do. Choose your contrasting fabric and learn how to add a flange to your binding, giving just the right pop to your quilt!

This is definitely a brilliant last binding join for your quilt. I never knew about this technique until I stumbled across MerryMabelMarket's tutorial on YouTube. It was easy to follow, and it turned out flat and perfect. It looks like it doesn't even end anywhere! If it's hard for you, all you need is a