Ultimate Binding and Edge-Finishing Guide for Quilting and Sewing: More Than 16 Different Techniques from Basic to Scalloped, Scrappy to Chenille (Landauer) Finish Your Projects Perfectly Every Time

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A lot of work goes into your fabric projects. Learn how to finish strong!

Complete guide to binding and finishing that ensures your quilting and sewing projects are edged perfectly each and every time17 binding techniques and various ways to finish projects, including traditional, bias, scalloped, chenille, invisible-faced, and many moreEasy-to-follow tutorials with coordinating photography and QR codes for enhanced video instructionHelpful overviews on binding yardage calculation, preparation, cutting, application, and finishingAuthor Deonn Stott is the owner of Quiltscapes, a longarm quilting business, and has worked with Riley Blake Designs for over a decade

Give your quilting and sewing projects a professional finish, with Ultimate Binding and Edge-Finishing Guide for Quilting and Sewing!

This must-have resource is your essential go-to guide on how to ensure your projects are always edged perfectly! Opening with helpful overviews on tools, supplies, and binding basics including easy binding yardage math charts, this must-have guide then details 17 binding techniques and various ways to finish a project, including simple and fancy finishing techniques and deluxe edge treatments:

Self-bindingEnvelope finishRickrackPrairie PointsScallops”Invisible” faced bindingFaux-piped bindingPiece-as-you-go bindingDIY bias tapeDenim bindingAnd more!

With tips and tricks, easy-to-follow tutorials, coordinating photography, and video links to further enhance instruction, this binding and finishing guide belongs in every fabric crafter’s library to refer to time and time again!

“If you only bind your quilts and sewing projects in one way, you’re missing out! The techniques in this book showcase a wide variety of styles, perfect for adding a little unexpected flair to the edge of your project.”
—Kelly Young, author of Perfectly Pieced Quilt Backs, Scrappy Improv Quilting, and Stash Statement

From the Publisher

Finish Your Quilts and Sewing Projects Strong!

Ensure your projects are edged perfectly with this essential guide!

Inside these pages, you’ll learn more than 16 useful binding techniques and ways to finish your projects perfectly, including traditional, bias, scalloped, chenille, rickrack, and more.

With easy-to-follow tutorials, lots of high-quality photos, and video links to help further illustrate each technique, you’ll find this guide offers all the detailed instruction you need to finish every project with perfection!

Complete go-to guide for binding and edge-finishing perfectly every time17 binding techniques to learn, including invisible-faced, piece-as-you-go, scrappy, scallops, faux-piped, envelope finish, and moreDetailed tutorials with clear photos and links to enhanced video tutorialsHelpful overviews on binding calculation, preparation, cutting, and more

Binding Basics

Calculation

Get easy instructions for finding the length of binding you need, calculating the number of strips, determining the cut width of your binding strips, and calculating needed yardage. Helpful charts are included to make it easy!

Preparation and Cutting

Learn how to select your fabric and use it as an element of your design, plus get tips on cutting your strips:

Cross grain bindingNo-mark seamsBias bindingFussy piecing

Application

Explore your options for binding and learn how to apply to:

EdgesCornersFinal spliceForm the corner miters (pictured)

Finishing

Consider the purpose of your quilt while deciding how to apply your final stitches:

Traditional finishHand-embroidered stitches (pictured)Machine finish (from and back sides)Hanging sleeve

Alternative Endings

Simple Solutions

Explore simple techniques for easy, timesaving finishes, including:

Self-bindingEnvelope finishRickrackPrairie pointsScallops (pictured)

Fancy Finishes

You’ll dive into these unique edge treatments that can make any quilt shine, including:

Scrappy bindingFaux-piped bindingPiece-as-you-go bindingChenille binding

Specialty Fabrics

Discover fabrics that, while not typically used as binding material, are sturdy and can increase your quilt’s longevity, along with sections that detail preparation and application for:

Denim bindingPlush-fur binding

Deluxe Edge Treatments

You’ll delight in learning about the things you can do when a quilt calls for something extra, such as:

Outer anglesInner cornersScalloped & curvy-edged binding

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Landauer (February 6, 2024)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 80 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1639810463
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1639810468
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 0.25 x 8 inches