Binding
Your Gypsy Wife Quilt
Perhaps one of the cleanest ways to edge your
Gypsy Wife is with a simple binding.
Even if you decide on a border, you’ll still need to attach the front and back
of the quilts together. That’s what a binding does. This step is typically completed after your
quilt has been quilted
A couple of
quick tips –
Binding Clips slip on the edges nicely and do not get
caught up in the sewing process (e.g. easy to remove as you go, more visible
than pins) whether you are hand or machine stitching. If you plan on doing more
quilting, this may be one of the purchases you want to make to add to your
arsenal.
Storing Binding around a paper tube (e.g. from foil,
plastic wrap, Christmas wrapping paper) keeps it from getting tangled up. You
can simply roll off the binding as you work your way around the quilt edge.
Preparing Binding Takes Time. You will most likely not have a piece
of fabric long enough to go around each of the sides of your project. Even if
you do, some cutting and pressing are necessary preparations to make the
process go more smoothly.
Selecting Binding Fabric. You will use a sturdy fabric for this
stage. The cotton you used for piecing may be sufficient as long as it’s not a
loose or thin weave. Be aware that directional fabric if you are just starting
out as a quilter, may be a challenge. You’ll need enough fabric to not only
cover each edge, but additional fabric will be used at each of the corners. The
strips may be cut with your rotary cutter. A good width is 4 ½” wide which
allows for the necessary folds.
How To’s – Here are a few links that do a good job
of demonstrating how to prepare and attach your binding. Rather than summarize
the information, it is suggested that you visit the sites for the step by step
tutorials which include visual and often video supports.
·
https://www.thegraciouswife.com/make-quilt-beginners-binding/
·
https://suzyquilts.com/how-to-sew-binding-on-a-quilt/
·
https://sew4home.com/tips-resources/sewing-tips-tricks/complete-step-step-binding-quilts-throws
Your
local quilt guild and local quilt shop are two additional resources if you need
more hands on support.
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