Binding Tips and Inspiration Archives

Blindstitch Binding the BERNINA Way

June 12, 2025 Julie Bridgeman

Did you know there are many options to bind your quilt by machine? The blindstitch binding technique is simple and the stitches are nearly invisible. You’ll be amazed and wonder why you didn’t know about this sooner! … More

Binding with Ruffles

January 4, 2023 Julie Bridgeman

Learn how to create binding with ruffles! It’s great for quilts that need a bit more color, texture or a tactile element. … More

Decorative Stitch Binding

September 12, 2022 Julie Bridgeman

Do you like machine binding and decorative stitches? Combine the two and create beautiful decorative stitch binding. … More

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How to Create Binding with the Lap Seam Foot #71

August 10, 2022 Julie Bridgeman

Lap Seam Foot #71 is a great foot to make a flat felled seam. This machine binding method looks beautiful and a choice when time is limited … More

How to Finish a Quilt with Wavy Binding

January 27, 2022 Julie Bridgeman

Do all of your quilts have traditional binding with mitered corners? Are you ready to try a new technique for binding your quilts? Sewing a wavy binding is a simple and quick way to get your quilts finished. … More

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Sew Mitered Binding Corner

February 23, 2021 Julie Bridgeman

Mitered corners can be intimidating, but it’s a very simple step that you can do to make your quilt look professional and quilt show ready! … More

How to Create a Faux Piped Binding

December 28, 2020 Julie Bridgeman

Faux piped binding is one of those sewing techniques that looks time-consuming and intricate. We’ll let you in on a little secret–it’s not! See for yourself! We wouldn’t be surprised if your next quilt has faux piped binding! … More