I have been searching for this technique for my tied comfort! Thank you, thank you, thank you. I was struggling with my corners and I didn't want my stitching to show on the back of the blanket. You have helped me so much! Blessings to you and yours.
Kim I have done this and it makes for quick and easy binding even on big quilts. Thank you so much for sharing... Hope to see you at market in the fall...
Finally! I've been looking for a video like this for a long time! I've been doing quilts like this for awhile and could never figure out how to do the corners. Most self binding quilts are turned inside out first. Thank you!!!
Kimberly, this is an awesome technique! When I started quilting I made many of the Farm Girl Vintage Potholders as a way to learn various techniques without having to tackle an entire quilt (and possibly ruining one as well!). Do I wish I had seen this video before all that binding!!
Here's more tips.....don't allow any LESS than 1" , as the resulting bound edges will fray. Also, you can sew around by machine after pinning if you don't like hand stitching. Thanks!
Really cute pot holders. Instead of doing a whip stitch to attach the binding a slip stitch is more invisible and eliminates exposed threads that could get caught. I usually do slip stitch on my bindings.
Catherine Cox You certainly could do this on larger quilts - you just must keep in mind that this is essentially single-fold binding and if you are planning for your quilt to get a lot of use you might find that the edges start to get worn and could possibly get holes easier. Double fold binding is more secure and will last longer. Thanks for your question!
I've always wanted to make pot holders with my scraps of fabric, but I'm worried that the batting isn't heat proof? Do you use a special type of batting for potholders or is it regular batting? Thank you! :)
You would want to use a product like Insul-Bright which is a polyester batting that has a reflective film woven into it. This allows the heat to radiate back to the source and keep you from getting burned. amzn.to/2cB8BYf
I would have to suggest based on experience that you use a walking foot for this, since it prevents the fabric backing from shifting while sewing. This is how I bind all my quilts, I only make lap-bed size quilts, and I never hand stitch anything. Just pin and sew. I top stitch the binding also using the walking foot. It is also incredibly easy to mitre your corners rather than folding them. It's the same concept as mitred borders, except you fold your quilt face-out and stitch your 45* line in the SW direction (if you look at it like a compass). After you stitch your line just turn the corner out and check to be sure it will lay flat before you trim the seam, this way if you do need to adjust your corner you can still do so, but it is seldom necessary. Once all the corners are done, I drop my needle in a 45* seam and just sew the binding down, pivoting at each mitred seam until I get back to my starting point.
Amanda Jinkerson Could you upload a video of your technique? Sounds like something I would like to try but I do better watching rather than reading the instructions. Thanks!
+Fat Quarter Shop Yes! My hands are so stiff I can't hand stitch like I used to. I love jmarylastone's idea of a fancy stitch. That would work, wouldn't it?
I know this was posted a long time ago...but if anyone is watching & reading, couldn't you cut little squares out of the corners before ironing up? That way there would be nothing hanging out and you wouldn't have to reach in under the hem to snip it off.
@@FatQuarterShopTX Thank you! I tried your technique exactly as is except, on a different matter, I left only 2 inches of backing instead of three. Made a couple of mug rugs. I have two practice samples ready and will try comparing cutting corners/not cutting corners. Thank you for your response.
I don't see why you couldn't. The only issue is that you'd see the stitching on the backside. If you are making a quilt, just make the binding large enough to create a stitched "border" on the backside.
How funny! Just after Kimberly says, "You don't need any special tools for this", this accidentally touches the iron to her finger(s) and says, "ouch". This was typical of me in ironing seams open all the time. So I just purchased an Iron Finger by Clover -- so no more burned fingers -- Yippee!
You might be able to find cheaper options for the same purpose, like a wooden finger that's designed to give it a "finger press" normally, but could also be used in holding a seam open as you pressed with your iron. Also, there a silicone fingers (heat protective) - individual covers similar in shape to the brownish gold ones used in an office setting for going through lots of pages of paper. Clover's Iron Finger is rather larger and maybe too bulky for some applications - so I'm not sure I'd buy it again.
SmittenKitten As I read your response to my comment, I thought, "Yes there are all sorts of tools, but there's something about using one's fingers that makes it easier; if only the skin didn't get burned." And then my mind started wondering . . . why doesn't someone invent a tool the length of a finger, but has a substance like non-slip ruler grips made by TrueCut (no I don't work for them or sell their product)? When these grips are put on the bottom of a ruler for rotary cutting, the ruler CAN still slide along fabric, but with a bit a pressure, the ruler stays in place for cutting the fabric. So why doesn't someone invent a tool the length of a finger, but one end has some of that grips substance? Maybe I'll experiment and place a few on the end of one of my wooden finger presses . . .h m m ...
I think when making a video like this, time is of the essence. Most people dislike it when videos stretch on, thus FQS seems to have learned to cut out as much of the "superfluous" moments as possible in order to create shorter videos. In the older videos, Kimberly pays close attention to such details, but the videos were much longer. Her finished quilts are perfect, so it seems this was one of the moments they chose to be quick rather than point out every detail.
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I have been searching for this technique for my tied comfort! Thank you, thank you, thank you. I was struggling with my corners and I didn't want my stitching to show on the back of the blanket. You have helped me so much! Blessings to you and yours.
So cute! Thank you so much for your tutorial. You have made this so easy for me.
Thanks again
Kim I have done this and it makes for quick and easy binding even on big quilts. Thank you so much for sharing... Hope to see you at market in the fall...
EXACTLY what I needed to see a demonstration of. Thanks!
This is wonderful. So easy and am so glad I found this. What a time saver. Thank you.
Great for table runners and baby quilts also. Thanks
Great way to do it. Wish I had known this process when I was making pot holders for Christmas. Doing it the "normal" way was a trial
Finally! I've been looking for a video like this for a long time! I've been doing quilts like this for awhile and could never figure out how to do the corners. Most self binding quilts are turned inside out first. Thank you!!!
Kimberly, this is an awesome technique! When I started quilting I made many of the Farm Girl Vintage Potholders as a way to learn various techniques without having to tackle an entire quilt (and possibly ruining one as well!). Do I wish I had seen this video before all that binding!!
Farm Girl Vintage book came in today - LOVE the patterns in this book! Can't wait to get started.
Thanks. I'll give it a try! You explain in a easy way!
Looking forward to using this technique...I hate binding the most!!!
I just bought these binder quilts. One of the best investments I've ever made!!
Thank you so much! Now I can finish my first quilted blanket that I have spent HOURS hand sewing.
Great instructions! I used this method on a small cross stitch wall hanging.
Here's more tips.....don't allow any LESS than 1" , as the resulting bound edges will fray. Also, you can sew around by machine after pinning if you don't like hand stitching. Thanks!
I love this.
Kimberley, just posted this to my daughter who is starting out.
Thanks WAH
Really cute pot holders. Instead of doing a whip stitch to attach the binding a slip stitch is more invisible and eliminates exposed threads that could get caught. I usually do slip stitch on my bindings.
Sharon Schambler uses a ladder stitch.
Thanks for the tutorial! What quilt is hanging behind Kimberly?
Hello Nora! That is the Farm Girl Vintage Sampler - bit.ly/1Ehura1
perfect! I will be using this a lot. Thank you!
This was fantastic, thank you.
The corners are a bit tricky but I got there. Good for small items. Thanks!
Yes, but actually I've done baby quilts his way too!
Great idea! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much 😊 that was great and very helpful
very helpful - thank you!
Thanks!! An amazing tutorial as usual!! We always learn something so useful and nifty from you!!! :)
Great idea!
Wonderful!
THIS IS GREAT! THANKS!
Please may I ask what type of an iron was this that you used in this video !? Lord I love your videos ! You inspire so many to be brave and sew :-)
Hello Tonya! We used a Compact Travel Steam Iron by Rowenta First Class.
What a great idea. Could u do this on big quilts??
Catherine Cox You certainly could do this on larger quilts - you just must keep in mind that this is essentially single-fold binding and if you are planning for your quilt to get a lot of use you might find that the edges start to get worn and could possibly get holes easier. Double fold binding is more secure and will last longer. Thanks for your question!
+Fat Quarter Shop Some Amish quilts in my area are bound like this.
as a beginner, i am going to try this technique on a table runner.
This is a great idea!
I've always wanted to make pot holders with my scraps of fabric, but I'm worried that the batting isn't heat proof? Do you use a special type of batting for potholders or is it regular batting? Thank you! :)
You would want to use a product like Insul-Bright which is a polyester batting that has a reflective film woven into it. This allows the heat to radiate back to the source and keep you from getting burned. amzn.to/2cB8BYf
SUPER, MIL GRACIAS
Can you use this thread for hand quilting a quilt backing (mini wall hanging or big quilt)? If not, what would be your preference? Thanks.
Yes, we use 50wt Aurifil thread for all parts of a quilt from piecing, quilting and binding. It's our preferred thread weight.
Wat een goed idee.
I do this but machine stitch it down with a little zig zag stitch.
Thank you.
Is there a way to add a loop for hanging the potholder?
Absolutely! You can add a loop in with your very same binding fabric right before binding it.
Thanks.
I would have to suggest based on experience that you use a walking foot for this, since it prevents the fabric backing from shifting while sewing. This is how I bind all my quilts, I only make lap-bed size quilts, and I never hand stitch anything. Just pin and sew. I top stitch the binding also using the walking foot. It is also incredibly easy to mitre your corners rather than folding them. It's the same concept as mitred borders, except you fold your quilt face-out and stitch your 45* line in the SW direction (if you look at it like a compass). After you stitch your line just turn the corner out and check to be sure it will lay flat before you trim the seam, this way if you do need to adjust your corner you can still do so, but it is seldom necessary. Once all the corners are done, I drop my needle in a 45* seam and just sew the binding down, pivoting at each mitred seam until I get back to my starting point.
Amanda Jinkerson Could you upload a video of your technique? Sounds like something I would like to try but I do better watching rather than reading the instructions. Thanks!
can we glue the binding up and attach it with the sewing machine?
PS I love this!
I'm not quite sure what you mean by gluing the binding. Do you mean to attach the binding by gluing first then stitching down?
+Fat Quarter Shop Yes! My hands are so stiff I can't hand stitch like I used to. I love jmarylastone's idea of a fancy stitch. That would work, wouldn't it?
Certainly! You could use a zig zag or blanket stitch for decorative. That would look great :)
+Fat Quarter Shop Thank you. You are sweet all the way to your heart. I love to watch you and learn so much. God bless you.
I know this was posted a long time ago...but if anyone is watching & reading, couldn't you cut little squares out of the corners before ironing up? That way there would be nothing hanging out and you wouldn't have to reach in under the hem to snip it off.
Hello! Yes, you absolutely could do that! We left it on until we had wonder-clipped everything together so it would be more stable. Hope that helps!
@@FatQuarterShopTX Thank you! I tried your technique exactly as is except, on a different matter, I left only 2 inches of backing instead of three. Made a couple of mug rugs. I have two practice samples ready and will try comparing cutting corners/not cutting corners. Thank you for your response.
Could you sew by machine instead of hand stitching ?? Due to arthritis my hands do not handle hand stitching ...
I don't see why you couldn't. The only issue is that you'd see the stitching on the backside. If you are making a quilt, just make the binding large enough to create a stitched "border" on the backside.
Could always machine stich a blind stitch.
How funny! Just after Kimberly says, "You don't need any special tools for this", this accidentally touches the iron to her finger(s) and says, "ouch". This was typical of me in ironing seams open all the time. So I just purchased an Iron Finger by Clover -- so no more burned fingers -- Yippee!
That is so funny. I love it.
I NEED one... I always iron seams open, and always burn my fingertips! I'm so glad to have run across your comment. :)
You might be able to find cheaper options for the same purpose, like a wooden finger that's designed to give it a "finger press" normally, but could also be used in holding a seam open as you pressed with your iron. Also, there a silicone fingers (heat protective) - individual covers similar in shape to the brownish gold ones used in an office setting for going through lots of pages of paper. Clover's Iron Finger is rather larger and maybe too bulky for some applications - so I'm not sure I'd buy it again.
newbeequilter Thanks so much for the info. I was looking around on Amazon and came across quite a few options. I really appreciate your insight!
SmittenKitten As I read your response to my comment, I thought, "Yes there are all sorts of tools, but there's something about using one's fingers that makes it easier; if only the skin didn't get burned." And then my mind started wondering . . . why doesn't someone invent a tool the length of a finger, but has a substance like non-slip ruler grips made by TrueCut (no I don't work for them or sell their product)? When these grips are put on the bottom of a ruler for rotary cutting, the ruler CAN still slide along fabric, but with a bit a pressure, the ruler stays in place for cutting the fabric. So why doesn't someone invent a tool the length of a finger, but one end has some of that grips substance? Maybe I'll experiment and place a few on the end of one of my wooden finger presses . . .h m m ...
what about machine stitching it down - maybe a fancy stitch
That would look super cute, and it would be a way to actually utilize all those pretty stitches we normally don't get to use! Great idea!
The person who made the binding video did not actually line up the bottom of the ruler with the potholder. It is too obvious to miss.
I think when making a video like this, time is of the essence. Most people dislike it when videos stretch on, thus FQS seems to have learned to cut out as much of the "superfluous" moments as possible in order to create shorter videos. In the older videos, Kimberly pays close attention to such details, but the videos were much longer. Her finished quilts are perfect, so it seems this was one of the moments they chose to be quick rather than point out every detail.
You had me until the hand sewing came in...