How Do You Make Binding For A Quilt?
A binding finishes the edges of a quilt to make it complete and smooth, with no raveling edges. You can buy quilt bindings in the ribbon or trim sections of many fabric stores, or you can make your own. Ready made quilt bindings can be quicker and easier to use, but making your own can save you money and give you a much wider variety of choices for how you want the binding to look. You may want to choose a binding fabric that closely matches the quilt, or use a contrasting binding. Cotton fabrics, such as plain broadcloth and printed calicoes, work well for quilt bindings. You’ll need enough fabric to cut strips as long and as wide as the quilt. Make sure to wash, dry and iron the fabric before making the binding. Cut two strips of fabric, each at least 2 inches wide and a few inches longer than the sides of the quilt. Cut two more strips of fabric at least 2 inches wide and a few inches longer the top and bottom of the quilt. Place one strip right side down on the ironing board and tu
