How to Cover the Corners in a Quilt
Covering the edges and corners of a quilt is the very last step in finishing a quilt. It covers up the cut edges of the quilt top, batting and backing fabric so you have a nicely finished quilt. You can make your own binding out of fabric scraps, or purchase pre-made binding at a fabric store. Binding should be close to 2 inches wide when unfolded so it will be wide enough when put on the quilt.
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Instructions
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Lay your quilt on the table with the top facing up. Lay the binding on top of the edge of the quilt. The rough edge of one side of the binding should be facing out, even with the quilt edge.
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Sew the binding in place. You can sew a little bit while securing the next few inches of the binding in place with your fingers.
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Stop sewing 1/4 inch from a corner. Trim the thread and remove the quilt from under the needle.
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Pull the binding back in the opposite direction from where you are about to sew. This creates a 90-degree angle from the side you just sewed.
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Fold the binding back over along the side you are about to sew. This creates a fold in the corner, effectively mitering the corner. Place a pin in the fold to hold it in place. Remove the pin once you have sewn past the corner.
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Put the quilt back under the sewing machine needle and begin sewing. Continue the process all around the quilt.
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Fold the edges of the binding over the edge of the quilt, enclosing it inside. Pin it in place along the back of the quilt. Pinning it before beginning to sew will prevent it from bunching.
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Thread your needle and sew the binding in place using very small stitches. Use a thread that matches the binding color so it hides well. Sew around the entire quilt binding, folding the corners down as you did on the front.
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Tips & Warnings
Take a few extra stitches on the fold in the corners to make sure it is secure. Do this on both the front and back of the quilt.
References
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