Chunky Binding Tutorial

[@janetvincent814]

OMG, I feel like I've died & gone to quilt binding heaven. You're an Angel & so slow & clear to learn & follow. Bless your heart ❤.. Thank you! Thank you my newest quilting teacher & friend 🎉

[@angelsdefendus]

No matter how many binding videos I watch, I always return to this one. It's thorough, it's not rushed, all of the steps are well explained, and I appreciate all the added tips and ideas. I love a wider binding, and I'm so glad for this video, b/c all of the wide binding issues are addressed. Thank you!!

[@LatifahSaafirStudios]

Aw, thank you so much! 🧡

[@karengammon2968]

I have watched countless binding videos over the 12 years I have been quilting to try to find a better way to have my binding look clean and neat/perfect - YOUR video tutorial is by far the best I have ever watched! I am so thankful to have found someone that doesn’t think that only a 2.25” or 2.50” wide binding is the only way to go. You make a wide/chunky binding look so beautiful - it truly frames the quilt! I always put a border on my quilt, and in doing so, it will allow me to use a wider binding. I can’t thank you enough! Your videoing skills (clarity-good angles for me to see exactly what you are doing), and your clear verbal instructions to go with the video are excellent! I am about to bind a baby quilt I made for someone, and I will be using your method exactly as you have demonstrated in this video. I can’t wait to try it! Thank you again! You are an excellent quilter/seamstress!!!

[@maryo8511]

Great video. I'm a very nervous sewer, (if I can even call myself a sewer, lol). I haven't made anything but curtains. Trying to keep my sewing straight was my biggest problem. I recently made my youngest grandchild a fleece blanket with 4 inch satin binding. The fleece pattern was not double sided so I had to sew a back and a front. Watching your video with the change of different foots and several tape placements sure helped convince me I don't have to "white knuckle" my future projects. I want to make actual quilts for all my grandkids. I've also watched many binding videos in the last month and I kept asking myself why is the binding so narrow? I decided I don't like narrow bindings. Not knowing anything and never having sewn a binding I now know my project could have gone very wrong. It ended up pretty good for a first timer. I was so proud. I even used a zip zag stitch in a contrasting thread color!!😮 My Brother brand sewing machine has been used about 5x in 20 yrs. I need to look into that little bag (never opened) that has some tiny tools and a few more foots and read up on how I can use them to be more confident with the next project. I'm gonna be cutting 5 inch strips for all my bindings and using your measurement. That binding size is perfect for my taste. As you said in this video - binding is the icing on the cake. I'm gonna have so much fun with patterns and colors. My only question is do have to cut on the diagonal? I have no problem having to use more material. I'd really like to know if and why it's necessary. Thank you!!

[@tanyabarner9297]

Cutting on a diagonal is used if you are doing something that is round. It makes it stretchy so if it is square or rectangular cut like you normally would.

[@maryo8511]

@@tanyabarner9297 thank you so much for explaining that to me!!! 🤗

[@dcwishy3701]

Great tutorial! Best instruction I’ve seen! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻

[@rebeccakyler7408]

🎉Thank you, this is the clearest explanation I have watched and understood for making binding!

[@sk8terindy394]

I've watched numerous videos on attaching binding (wide) to a quilt. This is by far the best. Excellent detail and camera angles. Wonderful tips and tricks. I greatly appreciated the sharing of knowledge !!!

[@pamelaczajka413]

Love your vedio. I definitely will use your method. Thank you

[@vickiserre9457]

Nice video, I really like a wider banding!

[@loisbarger5660]

You are a wonderful teacher, thank you so much, I really learned alot. NOW IF I CAN APPLY IT!!!!!!!!!!!!???????

[@alfredathomson5691]

Thank you so much for sharing your tips, I’m a new quilter and struggling to do binding but you explained step by step so good I now want to try again.😊

[@susanmoulton4760]

You are the most fantastic teacher I have ever seen. Connecting the two ends of binding has been a real nightmare for me until now. THANK YOU!!!!!

[@marilynsheppard3900]

Absolutely brilliant video - I'm a virtual beginner and was dreading putting on the binding - the blue tape solution was a revelation. Well done and thank you.

[@sharonkulick7307]

I really like your clear instructions and how carefully you sew, when needed. I’ve looked at many binding videos recently and your style of teaching is one of the best!

[@Mickey-jn8hz]

Thank you for a clear and concise way to do this.

[@normadieterle4852]

THIS IS THE BEST CHUNKY BINDING VIDEO I'VE EVER WATCHED, and I've watched a number of chunky binding tutorials! Thank you for doing this video. Your technique is so easy to remember and duplicate. Loved the formula at the beginning. I've done it by trial and error, but your formula makes it so easy. Two thumbs up on this video.

[@debbieturl1153]

Wonderful teaching. Thank you!

[@cherylholman1207]

I needed a 2" chunky binding and used your tutorial to successfully do it by following your instructions. Easy peasy! Easiest binding I ever attached. It lays flat, the corners were so easy to turn and miter, and I even hand stitched the binding down which I NEVER do. LOL! It took a lot of fabric but that particular piece sat around in my sewing room for many many years without a use. I was very happy with the whole process. I appreciate your willingness to go beyond the norm and mention you made a 2" binding. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@djv9232]

I've watched a lot of binding videos but this one really explains a lot of extra useful details - like where to place the tape vs. the needle. That's very helpful for us who are struggling with getting the binding perfect.

[@marshawallace7522]

THANK YOU, thank you for showing how to join the binding ends together so concisely in this video. THAT is where I always struggle not to get one end turned! Great job on this tutorial. I am saving it.

[@jacquelinewoodard4707]

Thank you for sharing ! Your tutorial hands down is the best and for the first time I clearly understand how to join the end of the binding properly.

[@dianae8191]

Thank you for such a detailed explanation in this tutorial. Very well done.

[@kaben20]

Your videos and tips are so crystal clear. Thank you for a wonderful video on attaching chunky binding.

[@glendastucker8267]

Excellent video….love your teaching method.

[@luciboras]

Thank you, i appreciate your simplified binding steps.

[@wilycat5290]

That was a really good tutorial, and I've watched a bunch. You talk through it but not needlessly so. Thanks so much for the video 😊 💕

[@joannarose3017]

This is the best binding technique I have seen. It turned out perfectly. Thank you and keep up the videos!

[@bonniebell7333]

I had finished quilting my quilt and was on the fence about the binding. I knew what I wanted to do a chunky binding but wasn't sure how to do it. Your video is awesome and so on point. Thank you!

[@alisonwasserman2936]

This is such a helpful and useful tutorial. Thank you!

[@lindavandeberg3921]

Thank you for this clear binding video!

[@FiftyFactor]

Thank you so much! You made quilt binding so much easier. And the glue! Who knew.

[@julieukengland8315]

So glad I found your video. It’s the only one I’ve been able to understand fully. Thank you for your great instructions and keeping it real. X

[@rnpenelope5672]

Gorgeous. I have to try big binding. I love it. You’re a fantastic teacher btw. Thank you for the tutorial.

[@1vidamc]

I am very impressed with your method of teaching. I am making table runner sized hot pads and wanted a nice wide binding on it due to the thickness of my project. After watching a few videos, I came back to yours because you described every step very nicely. My piece has turned out beautifully and now I know I can make some more of them using this same method.

[@Thuuunderous_Wizard]

WOWOWOWOWOWOWOWOW 🤩 I WISH I COULD LIKE THIS MORE THAN ONCE. JUST AMAZING. Thx for this amazing tutorial.

[@tammysmecker-hane776]

Thank you so much, Latifah! That was just perfect. I can't wait to try this on the queen-sized quilt that I just made, which will look really great with a chunkier binding.

[@sherryfield217]

Great tutorial! Love your nails!! ;)

[@lynnlane1624]

Wow - great tips. Thanks so much for creating this video. Now I am ready to bind my “Put a Ring On It” from 2020 workshop 😊

[@cherylbrewer5194]

Dang that quilt behind you is amazing!

[@ladycrafts1885]

Thank you for your detailed explanation for making binding. I love the tips that you shared. I will be using those tips in my future projects.

[@kimberlyduck9406]

Great information, especially for a beginner quilter. Details were helpful& clearly stated.

[@757plp51]

Great instructions, very easy to understand. Thank you ❤

[@christineh7997]

I just discovered your channel this morning. This was a fantastic binding tutorial. Your tips and techniques are great. I haven’t made or completed a quilt project in years. I have several unfinished projects tucked away. I always dread joining the two ends of the binding strip together…UGH 😣! Thanks to your tips I feel more confident about this step now. Thanks You!

[@cathysimon8749]

Wow.........excellent tutorial. I learned so much. Thank you!

[@kathymick6954]

Thank you! I always do 2 1/2 inch strips, but the 1 inch binding is so beautiful and your instructions are awesome. Going to try this on my next quilt!😊

[@ruffntuffstud]

absolutely fabulous amazing I have watched thousands of videos! you’re one of the top five people I’ve ever seen that has produced a video on KZbin and be on point, it doesn’t have 15 minutes of. I like to listen to myself chat chatter.

[@LatifahSaafirStudios]

Thank you!

[@elizabethbrickhouse4834]

Clear, to the point and thorough. Thank you. I'll look for other tutorials by you.

[@jennifersurber1038]

I love this idea! It’s a border and binding all in one!

[@kailualaur9394]

Thank you for converting me! I have wondered the best way to make bindings stand out more as part of the design not just a finishing function. Loved your tutorial. I will be applying your tips and tricks ; ~). I'll be making the adjustments to my current quilt to have a cool chunky binding. I know just how to do it now! Mahalo 🌴🌺

[@gfaithowens1790]

Thank you for this beautiful binding technique. I'm still a new quilter with my little Brother sewing machine. But I LOATH with a passion doing any hand stitching. I NEEDED this solution.

[@judynadeau2624]

Thank you so much for your tutorial. I learned so much.

[@annabreuckmann8084]

Thank you for this incredible in-depth tutorial. I will finally be able to get my binding together on the first try with the fold trick!

[@LatifahSaafirStudios]

Believe it or not I JUST figured that out when I was trying to come up with a concise way to explain it. SO happy you got something out of it!

[@MikkiPARKHURST]

Thank you so much for your tutorial. It's helped me immensely and I as a beginner of sewing could easily understand what you are teaching. You're a great teacher!!! Like your machine too. The M7 is the holy grail. I have a Baby lock Vesta and I love it also.

[@CarolBarrett-sd4gh]

I love how you teach!! Thank you

[@lindamcpheron1900]

Thank you for the great tutorial, I was able to put a wide binding on my project quickly and easily. I'm really pleased with the way it turned out!

[@lisawilde781]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. You made it so easy to follow. Never seen it done like this. 😊

[@cindyhappel7376]

I used your method and my quilt binding is clipped on and looks beautiful from both sides! I’m going to sew the binding on tomorrow!! Thanks so much for this great video!!!

[@jeanisrael2732]

Thank you so much for this video. I've been looking for a video for a wide binding. Your video is the best I've seen. It has the best information, tips and tricks. Thank you again ❤❤❤

[@lindarussell9379]

Awesome teaching!

[@TheMimiof9]

Thank you so much for the patient clear video. I have been wanting to do a wide binding technique!😊

[@maryt2887]

Thank you for the wonderful tips. I especially like the “snuggle the V to the needle” tip and the quick trimming to eliminate dog ears. You give a good explanation of the binding measurements, too. I will definitely try the chunky binding!

[@kathymeunier4786]

Thank you so much to the eye opening chunky binding idea. Love how the wide binding adds to the quilt. Very well explained and I appreciate all the tips and tricks to putting it on.

[@mw1715]

Thank you so much. I have always had so much trouble joining my binding, but I was able to do it following your example. Much appreciated

[@wilycat5290]

Excellent binding tutorial. Thanks for the video 😊

[@dianekammlah4972]

Thank you so much. I learned so much!

[@paigeward3522]

You’re a great teacher. Thanks for the chunky binding video! 😊

[@Biddybee]

Excellent tutorial _thank you

[@jjgteacher7903]

Thank you so much, Latifah! I really appreciate your generosity in taking so much time to produce these instructional videos! Can't wait to try this technique!

[@jennjennedington279]

This is EXACTLY what I wanted to learn. I REALLY enjoy your teaching style and your encouraging way of validating personal choice in tandem with technique. THANK YOU!

[@LatifahSaafirStudios]

Aw, thanks so much for the kind compliment! Send pics if you try the chunky binding!

[@bbymks5]

Thank you for the CLEAR and concise explanations!!! Even if I don't end up doing a chunky binding I still picked up SEVERAL tips for my next quilt!

[@jjagility4837]

Absolutely ❤ your use of blue tape for joining binding ; however, the best use of tape is stopping at exact point to make your PERFECT miter corners. THANK YOU

[@LatifahSaafirStudios]

That's an excellent use! I LOVE blue tape! My machine has a 1/4" mark on the foot which I usually use but if I didn't I would probably use it as well.

[@gillianhann2282]

Thank-you for going to the trouble of making this. I’m making my first really simple quilt and had hardly considered the binding…cut the fabric too narrow for what I need. Now attempt 2 is well under way. You explain everything so clearly, a real help.

[@slisen2942]

Great tutorial. Thank you.

[@noemi0674]

Thank you so much Latifah!! I'm completing my first quilt and had a really hard time with thin binding. I removed the binding that I had originally used and used your chunky biding technique instead. It was so much easier for me. And came out so much nicer! I love it! Thank you for this informative tutorial!!!

[@ireneycsia8194]

Great and very detail tutorial Latifah. Thank you so much for sharing this technique. Had Learnt so much from you. God bless you!!!

[@Ashley-zb1qb]

You’re an amazing teacher. Thank you so much for this tutorial.

[@gageiger]

Regarding the glue... great idea. I have done the normal 2.5" double fold binding on baby quilts and what I used instead when the binding did not want to stay in place is 1/4 inch fusible web. Some people don't like using glue because it can gum up their needle so this could be alternative.

[@lazondreajones1930]

Hi from Louisiana good to see you tonight ☺

[@LatifahSaafirStudios]

Hey!!!! Thanks for being the first to check the video out and comment!

[@melissabailey566]

Than you for your WIDER BOLD BINDING. i'm a seldom taught (fairly new ) quilter. I'll be 75 May 2024. Along the way I've wondered about a wider binding BUT figured more went into it & I was right. Watched your wide binding from start to finish. I'm quilting a quilt fir my great grand son & have already cut the 2 1/2" binding so I'm stuck with that BUT i'll be startingva quilt for his sister & I'm going to make hers a big binding using your method. I'm going to send you a pic when I'm done. Thanks again MamaLiss in New Jersey.

[@theresaoneill476]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! I just tried your method on a quilt I needed to bind.....this is the 1st time in my life that the join went perfectly the very first time!!! Thank you for being such a great, detailed teacher!!

[@herlindeclark5488]

Thank you so much! I always wondered, where the seamstress eyes are focusing. Looking at the needle does not make the stitches straight. Love the way you explained it all. 😊

[@margejubiefairweather1807]

I am so impressed with your clear tutorial. I was terrified of doing a sewn on binding. You made it easy. My first try was a hit for me!! Thank you!!!

[@DeniseWarrick]

Thank you so vey much for a clear tutorial. It makes sense and I will try it on my next quilt.

[@georgiapeach6704]

Your method really makes the binding stable. This is genius. Thank you.

[@kristentakakuwa8417]

So many amazing tips! I will now have a way to use my Janome A foot!! Thank you SO much.

[@ss2short]

Thank you for finally coming back to KZbin!!! Love your teaching style!!!

[@janetbennett9278]

Light bulb moment for attaching the two ends...thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!

[@gageiger]

Double and triple thank you from me too. I once had a black binding and nearly lost my mind trying to get it to join right!

[@patjesten4763]

This is the best one I’ve seen!!!

[@yvetteroberson1707]

Just discovered your video. Never saw this way of placing binding on quilt but always wondered if it could be done. Wow! And here you are!! Love it!!

[@jimmiebruner4284]

Great tutorial 👍♥️. Very helpful to me, a novice quilter♥️

[@vernettabridges4270]

Thank you, this was explained so well. I finally have a clear understanding of how to make and add binding. Excellent video!!

[@gigiontube]

This was the MOST detailed and completed tutorial I found on KZbin. EXTREMELY USEFULL 👍👏👏👏 Thank you for taking your time to make this video and explain everything so well… how to do and why to do every step. ❤️

[@JeanMcDoniel]

Nice to meet you! I just love the way you teach. I am still having a problem with my binding technique and I hope to be able to put your technique in place. ❤

[@JeanMcDoniel]

I just now followed the directions you gave in this video and It Worked out for me!!

[@bobh4060]

Thank you for this very informative video. Your work is excellent!!

[@annsimpson439]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you so much for taking the time to share it. I love the way this chunky biding looks!

[@pecolachase6750]

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GREAT TIPS!!!!

[@CarenGawlak]

Finally, a fab connection tip for the join! Thank you 😊

[@SuperBettyboop23]

I totally love it and I’m going to use it on my next quilt thank you so much for showing how to do this binding ❣️✂️🪡🧵❤️💖💕

[@cindyhappel7376]

Latina this was one of the best video tutorials I’ve ever watched!! You were so thorough with your explanation. I was looking for a tutorial for chunky binding and yours is definitely the best!!! Can’t wait to try this!! I will probably do a little quilt or table runner to practice first. I see you have the Janome Professional - do you like it?

[@LatifahSaafirStudios]

Aw, thank you!!! And I absolutely adore my M7!! She is a beast and can take anything I throw at her. ❤

[@denisewilcox5598]

Thank you for your very clear detailed instructions. I’m going to give this a try❤