Love that! I really need to take the time and learn how. Have you seen where some use pretty stitches to see their binding? 😍 it looks so nice and sweet!
@@StitchObsessedIt's just a simple slip stitch. Piece of cake. Never thought of doing embroidery to finish it off. Very intriguing. There are a lot of simple embroidery stitches that could be used. May have to try it sometime.
Miriam, first time quilter here at age 77! Your videos on adding sashing to quilt as you go blocks and making the binding were fantastic! I've just requested to join your FB page and will post my just-finished Christmas wall hanging thanks to your help. Love your laid-back teaching style!
I am an inexperienced binder. I have watched numerous videos on RUclips on how to do this. Your video is the best I've seen to date. THANK YOU. This is SO helpful!!
Thank you Miriam for an awesome basics series! 🎉🎉🎉 Binding is one of my favorite things and I like the way you join the two ends together. ❤ Great job! 👏
Hello, I am a new subscriber from Michigan or also known as a miss-placed New Yorker lol I made a cute mug rug but got frustrated because I couldn't get the binding right. And this my friend is why I tuned into your channel to show me where I went wrong. I feel like you explained it well and am now ready to add my binding to my mug rug. Thank you very much and God Bless you and yours.
I am a bit late late in commenting. I just ran across this great tutorial. I have watched several video's on binding quilts. This is by far the best step-step demonstration to easily bind a quilt!! I subscribed to your channel because I love they way you explain the process. I am looking forward to watching more videos from you. So helpful. Now I can finish my quilt, without the fear of making a lot of mistakes.
I don't mind binding (and I really love finishing a quilt!) but it always takes longer than I expect it to. When I cut binding, I cut enough so I have 20" more than the perimeter measurement. The extra length makes it much easier to do an invisible join, which is my preferred finish join, however that final join requires manipulating the binding fabric to make the same kind of criss-cross you use for joining binding sections. The more extra length you have in the binding, the easier it is to achieve that criss-cross. I always sew the binding to the back first, then flip to front and do the top stitching, using bobbin thread that matches backing fabric. That way if I happen to have any wobbles in the top-stitching so it isn't a perfectly even distance from the outer edge, it's less noticeable on the back.
Another great instructional video! This was a great Quilting Basics Series! Thanks so much for the great views and explanations. It made the the videos easy to follow. I too am looking forward to your future videos.
What marvelous binding, really looking forward to getting back into quilting since retirement. Love the music in-between, also what color and brand is your nail polish.
I love my Oliso but I also have a Rowenta that is 25 years old and still works like a champ! I use my large and mini Oliso but also the Rowenta! I love all of them! The investment is well worth it! Plus, I always use Best Press!
My iron has auto off, but I also have it and my machines plugged into a power strip. The light on the machine lets me know I haven’t turned things off when I leave the room.
Oliso irons are wonderful, but most people say they only work for 2-3 years. I have had mine for over 10 years, so I truly got my money’s worth from it. There are other irons out there that work just as good. Also, as far as the lift feature, if you get an iron withOUT this feature, just get a silicon mat to set your iron on. Works the same way.
Everyone tells me how awkward I look cutting things left handed , I never see it, but just watching yourself , I definitely see what people mean, it looks so hard. Love your tips thank you for sharing,
The easiest way to get straight straps is to tear them. They are then "fadegrade". Or in english, thread straight. Also much faster and easier. We were taught that in Germany in home make. Also learned knitting, crochet, cooking, etc I'm 79 now and have used it forever.
I've seen that! I tried it once and the edges of the strips were sort of wavy. I'm wondering if I did it wrong? Do you starch the fabric first so it's a bit more stiff for ripping?
If you thread your needle for hand sewing thread needed onto the end, and know the thread end on the spool end. Much less chance of the thread from knotting up as you sew.
Love my Oliso! I mean not as much as a Laurastar but those are for the monied lot, which I am not one of. I burned my arm on my old one pretty bad twice, so the Oliso has eliminated me bumping into the upright iron...and yes safer for the cats too as they LOVE the ironing board.
Ouch! Yes, an iron burn is no joke! Thank you for your input! You’re pushing me just a little closer to ordering one! Haha! I know I wouldn’t regret it, I just HATE spending money 😂😂😂
Also, the brand new Oliso minis have the auto shut off on them now. But dang my mini still works great....hard to justify a new one just for that. I think you'll love the big one. I never get hand or arm strain with it.
@@kimr6683 yes! Plus the have that little light that seems like it would be handy, but I agree with you about buying a new little one just for that. Might as well invest in the big one. I know they last a long time, plus it would probably save time using a larger iron over a small one 🤔 that’s great to hear you don’t get hand strain because I did struggle with that with my old Rowenta iron. Thank you so much for sharing your opinions with me, Kim!
OMG, I am prone to leaving my iron on too. So scary. I purchased an auto timer for the outlet I plug my iron into so the max amount of time it will stay on is 1 hour. I would recommend this as an inexpensive safety option until you buy your dream iron. Really enjoying your videos and positive vibe. Great work.
For the corners, you should always fold the side you are going to turn to first, then the side you are sewing down second. Same technique with hand stitching your binding, it makes a cleaner mitred corner and no “snout”. Old technique from decades ago. You’ll see a difference.
Hey, Karon! Currently no, but I’m adding this to my list of things to research and figure out. I should be able to, I just need to figure out costs and such. Thank you for asking! 💖
Me too! I actually like binding. There is something about finishing a project that feels so good. For the last couple of weeks I've been tackling learning how to bind corners with various angles. I watched many tutorials and it finally clicked. However, I will NEVER love sandwiching anything larger than a baby quilt. I've tried many methods but I just don't have the room to lay a quilt out. I would gladly pay someone to do the sandwiching. On another note...irons that turn off after so much time passes regardless of how often it is picked up and used are so annoying. I just bought a mini iron that stays on and I love it. The cord is right by the door so I always see it on my way out.
Hi, Kathy! Thanks so much for watching this video! Have you tried glue basting? I’ve done several videos on it and, for me, it’s the best way to baste a quilt sandwich! I can understand how it’s not exactly the most fun step in the quilt making process though haha 😂 have a great day! 💖
@@StitchObsessed Yes I watched that video and do like basting with it. My problem is having too little surface space and having arthritic hands that don’t like to wrestle with the weight and bulk of a larger quilt. Also I bind my quilts very much like you do but find I prefer sewing back to front in order to better control the line of stitching that is visible from the front. And I find it interesting that I join the ends similar to you except I cut both tails at at angle and only fold the raw edge of the first one in 1/4 inch after I’ve trimmed it. I’ve only been seriously quilting for about two years since retiring. I’m impressed with your knowledge and skill from such a young woman. I have learned a lot from you. Thank you!💕
So to actually design the quilt I use EQ8, and then when I’m putting the pattern together I use Canva! I’m actually planning on making a video all about making patterns and showing my process. 🤓
Math IS part of quilting. When my kids were in upper elementary school, as part of their math program, the kids designed baby quilts while the teachers and parent volunteers would do the sewing. They were then donated to the ABC Quilts program.
FYI, I've had 2 Oliso irons and found it wasn't worth the cost. I broke something small on the first one but I still used it but eventually I think it started to leak so I bought another one and outside of it's warranty period it stopped lifting. I've gone to buying $30 Amazon irons and that way when my friends come sew with me I don't worry about accidents.
I bought my expensive “dream iron” Rowenta because my cheaper iron tended to drip sometimes and I regret it. It out and out leaks (started after the warranty expired, of course). I’ve heard good things from other sewists about the Chi irons, and they’re mid-range priced at Walmart, so that might be what I try next.
Haha!!! No problem! Nails is another hobby of mine so I totally get it lol so the cream color is by OPI and the color is “Do You Take Lei Away?” And the green is by Olive and June and the color is “Sagey” 💖💅🏻
I really like hand sewing onto the back. I get to snuggle it for a while. Kind of like a fond farewell to the completed quilt.
Love that! I really need to take the time and learn how. Have you seen where some use pretty stitches to see their binding? 😍 it looks so nice and sweet!
@@StitchObsessedIt's just a simple slip stitch. Piece of cake. Never thought of doing embroidery to finish it off. Very intriguing. There are a lot of simple embroidery stitches that could be used. May have to try it sometime.
@@donnaking-royal431 yep! I think a blanket stitch would be fun!
Miriam, first time quilter here at age 77! Your videos on adding sashing to quilt as you go blocks and making the binding were fantastic! I've just requested to join your FB page and will post my just-finished Christmas wall hanging thanks to your help. Love your laid-back teaching style!
Aww yay! I'm so glad you enjoyed those videos, Carol! Can't wait to see your Christmas wall hanging in the group! Thank you so much for watching 💖
Best video on binding ever your a good teacher
Oh wow, thank you so much! 💖
I am an inexperienced binder. I have watched numerous videos on RUclips on how to do this. Your video is the best I've seen to date. THANK YOU. This is SO helpful!!
Wow, thank you so much! I'm so glad you found this video helpful! 💖
Thank you so much Miriam for your beginner series! Great job, your so sweet and kind!
I’m so glad you enjoyed the series! 💖🤗
Thank you.. finally someone explaining it so I can understand
I’m so glad you liked the video! 💖 thank you for watching!
Found you at the binding loved the way you explained everything. Have three to finish . Thank you.
Thank you so much for watching! 💖
Thank you for your video. Very easy to follow.
Thank you for watching!
Thank you Miriam for an awesome basics series! 🎉🎉🎉 Binding is one of my favorite things and I like the way you join the two ends together. ❤ Great job! 👏
Thank you so much, Annette! So glad you enjoyed the series! 👏🏻💖
Watching replay. Thank you.
This is great for a beginner. Thank so much
You're so welcome!💖
Hello, I am a new subscriber from Michigan or also known as a miss-placed New Yorker lol I made a cute mug rug but got frustrated because I couldn't get the binding right. And this my friend is why I tuned into your channel to show me where I went wrong. I feel like you explained it well and am now ready to add my binding to my mug rug. Thank you very much and God Bless you and yours.
Aww thank you so much, Wanda! I hope the tutorial helped and your mug rug turned out beautifully! 💖
Your an amazing teacher, I learned so much. ❤
I’m so glad! Thank you! 💖
I am a bit late late in commenting. I just ran across this great tutorial. I have watched several video's on binding quilts. This is by far the best step-step demonstration to easily bind a quilt!! I subscribed to your channel because I love they way you explain the process. I am looking forward to watching more videos from you. So helpful. Now I can finish my quilt, without the fear of making a lot of mistakes.
Aww thank you so much! I’m so glad you found this tutorial helpful!💖💖💖 thanks for watching!
This is the best video I have ever seen!
haha! Wow! I'm glad you enjoyed it! 💖
I don't mind binding (and I really love finishing a quilt!) but it always takes longer than I expect it to. When I cut binding, I cut enough so I have 20" more than the perimeter measurement. The extra length makes it much easier to do an invisible join, which is my preferred finish join, however that final join requires manipulating the binding fabric to make the same kind of criss-cross you use for joining binding sections. The more extra length you have in the binding, the easier it is to achieve that criss-cross. I always sew the binding to the back first, then flip to front and do the top stitching, using bobbin thread that matches backing fabric. That way if I happen to have any wobbles in the top-stitching so it isn't a perfectly even distance from the outer edge, it's less noticeable on the back.
Sounds like you have a great technique! 👏🏻💖
Another great instructional video! This was a great Quilting Basics Series! Thanks so much for the great views and explanations. It made the the videos easy to follow. I too am looking forward to your future videos.
Yay! Thank you, Lena! 💖 I’m glad you enjoyed the series! It took awhile, but it was definitely fun to make!
Perfect. Thank you!
Glad it helped! Thank you for watching! 💖
What marvelous binding, really looking forward to getting back into quilting since retirement. Love the music in-between, also what color and brand is your nail polish.
Aww thank you so much!! and I do believe that polish is the Quick Dry polish from Olive and June!
Great video better ways to end binding
was interested in the mitre corners, thanks for explaining it
You’re very welcome! Thanks for watching!
Thanks 👍 I just got the Cozy Picnic!!❤
Awesome! I saw your order come in! Thank you so much, Jean! I hope you love it!
Great tuturial
Thank you so much for watching! 💖🤗
I love my Oliso but I also have a Rowenta that is 25 years old and still works like a champ! I use my large and mini Oliso but also the Rowenta! I love all of them! The investment is well worth it! Plus, I always use Best Press!
I just keep hearing more and more great things about the big Oliso! I may be placing an order later today hehehe Thank you for your input, Laura!!!
My iron has auto off, but I also have it and my machines plugged into a power strip. The light on the machine lets me know I haven’t turned things off when I leave the room.
Oh that’s actually a genius idea. I may need to do that as well lol thank you for sharing!!!💖
I also use this method of binding!
Thank you! I always mess up the corners 🎉😊
Happy to help!💖
Thank you!!!
Of course!! 💖💖
Oliso irons are wonderful, but most people say they only work for 2-3 years. I have had mine for over 10 years, so I truly got my money’s worth from it. There are other irons out there that work just as good. Also, as far as the lift feature, if you get an iron withOUT this feature, just get a silicon mat to set your iron on. Works the same way.
Thank you so much for the advice! 💖
Everyone tells me how awkward I look cutting things left handed , I never see it, but just watching yourself , I definitely see what people mean, it looks so hard. Love your tips thank you for sharing,
lol! I know what you mean! Thank you so much for watching! 💖
The easiest way to get straight straps is to tear them. They are then "fadegrade". Or in english, thread straight. Also much faster and easier. We were taught that in Germany in home make. Also learned knitting, crochet, cooking, etc
I'm 79 now and have used it forever.
I've seen that! I tried it once and the edges of the strips were sort of wavy. I'm wondering if I did it wrong? Do you starch the fabric first so it's a bit more stiff for ripping?
If you thread your needle for hand sewing thread needed onto the end, and know the thread end on the spool end. Much less chance of the thread from knotting up as you sew.
I’m sorry, I’m confused about what you’re trying to describe.
Can you tell us again in a different way? Totally didn’t understand this.
Love my Oliso! I mean not as much as a Laurastar but those are for the monied lot, which I am not one of. I burned my arm on my old one pretty bad twice, so the Oliso has eliminated me bumping into the upright iron...and yes safer for the cats too as they LOVE the ironing board.
Ouch! Yes, an iron burn is no joke! Thank you for your input! You’re pushing me just a little closer to ordering one! Haha! I know I wouldn’t regret it, I just HATE spending money 😂😂😂
Also, the brand new Oliso minis have the auto shut off on them now. But dang my mini still works great....hard to justify a new one just for that. I think you'll love the big one. I never get hand or arm strain with it.
@@kimr6683 yes! Plus the have that little light that seems like it would be handy, but I agree with you about buying a new little one just for that. Might as well invest in the big one. I know they last a long time, plus it would probably save time using a larger iron over a small one 🤔 that’s great to hear you don’t get hand strain because I did struggle with that with my old Rowenta iron. Thank you so much for sharing your opinions with me, Kim!
OMG, I am prone to leaving my iron on too. So scary. I purchased an auto timer for the outlet I plug my iron into so the max amount of time it will stay on is 1 hour. I would recommend this as an inexpensive safety option until you buy your dream iron. Really enjoying your videos and positive vibe. Great work.
Great tip, Andrea!! Thank you 💖🙏🏻
For the corners, you should always fold the side you are going to turn to first, then the side you are sewing down second. Same technique with hand stitching your binding, it makes a cleaner mitred corner and no “snout”. Old technique from decades ago. You’ll see a difference.
❤❤❤❤ Do you post to uk for your pattern ? Thank you
Hey, Karon! Currently no, but I’m adding this to my list of things to research and figure out. I should be able to, I just need to figure out costs and such. Thank you for asking! 💖
Me too! I actually like binding. There is something about finishing a project that feels so good. For the last couple of weeks I've been tackling learning how to bind corners with various angles. I watched many tutorials and it finally clicked. However, I will NEVER love sandwiching anything larger than a baby quilt. I've tried many methods but I just don't have the room to lay a quilt out. I would gladly pay someone to do the sandwiching. On another note...irons that turn off after so much time passes regardless of how often it is picked up and used are so annoying. I just bought a mini iron that stays on and I love it. The cord is right by the door so I always see it on my way out.
Hi, Kathy! Thanks so much for watching this video! Have you tried glue basting? I’ve done several videos on it and, for me, it’s the best way to baste a quilt sandwich! I can understand how it’s not exactly the most fun step in the quilt making process though haha 😂 have a great day! 💖
@@StitchObsessed Yes I watched that video and do like basting with it. My problem is having too little surface space and having arthritic hands that don’t like to wrestle with the weight and bulk of a larger quilt. Also I bind my quilts very much like you do but find I prefer sewing back to front in order to better control the line of stitching that is visible from the front. And I find it interesting that I join the ends similar to you except I cut both tails at at angle and only fold the raw edge of the first one in 1/4 inch after I’ve trimmed it. I’ve only been seriously quilting for about two years since retiring. I’m impressed with your knowledge and skill from such a young woman. I have learned a lot from you. Thank you!💕
What program do you use to make your quilt patterns?
So to actually design the quilt I use EQ8, and then when I’m putting the pattern together I use Canva! I’m actually planning on making a video all about making patterns and showing my process. 🤓
@@StitchObsessed I can’t wait for THAT video. I have EQ8 also but couldn’t figure out how to do the patterns and print them to look nice 😊
@@StitchedbyTasha I’m excited to make the video! It’s silly in the industry all of this info is so hush hush and not talked about 🫣
@@StitchObsessed silly indeed!! I don’t understand the monopoly and secrecy of it all. I appreciate you for sharing.
sometimes some of my Coners do not come out right. But i will keep trying.
You can do it!
Math IS part of quilting.
When my kids were in upper elementary school, as part of their math program, the kids designed baby quilts while the teachers and parent volunteers would do the sewing. They were then donated to the ABC Quilts program.
How can you be sure that the bottom side is going to come out straight ?
Hello! What do you mean the bottom side is going to come out straight?
@@StitchObsessed The side that isn't visible.
I noticed that you did not use a walking foot for the binding…just the regular sewing foot?
Yep! You can use a walking foot if you want to! I usually just use my regular 1/4” foot.
FYI, I've had 2 Oliso irons and found it wasn't worth the cost. I broke something small on the first one but I still used it but eventually I think it started to leak so I bought another one and outside of it's warranty period it stopped lifting. I've gone to buying $30 Amazon irons and that way when my friends come sew with me I don't worry about accidents.
Oh that’s a bummer! I’ve had mine for a few months now and it’s working great! Hopefully it stays that way 🤞🏻
I bought my expensive “dream iron” Rowenta because my cheaper iron tended to drip sometimes and I regret it. It out and out leaks (started after the warranty expired, of course). I’ve heard good things from other sewists about the Chi irons, and they’re mid-range priced at Walmart, so that might be what I try next.
I learned how to miter the corners
Yay! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Binding quilt my second quilt 🩶
Wow awesome!!! Can’t wait to see it! 😍👏🏻
How many hours did it take for you to make your cozy picnic quilt?
Hmmm 🤔 all together I think it took between 20-25 hours.
I'm happy I found your channel! ❤
I'm binging your short tutorials.
Thank you. Blessings 🙏🏾🥰
Loves 💙 MK
www.youtube.com/@MaryKLoves07
Thank you for watching!
Silly me, while loving this video I am also loving your nail color. Can you tell me what it is!
Haha!!! No problem! Nails is another hobby of mine so I totally get it lol so the cream color is by OPI and the color is “Do You Take Lei Away?” And the green is by Olive and June and the color is “Sagey” 💖💅🏻
Buying that $200.00 iron is better than replacing a carpet or even house.
Very true! I finally buckled and bought the Oliso 🤓