Quilting Technique: Facing Instead of Binding

In this tutorial, you will see me use a facing technique to finish a small quilt project instead of the usual binding technique.
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[@bethholness5153]

Love this, I'm going to reverse the facing so it goes on the front. Like a mock border. Must go play with this now, thanks.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great idea!

[@lizcollinson2692]

I like that variation too.

[@marshalucky]

My thoughts too.😊

[@dyeitb1ack]

Have you tried it? That was my first thought too!

[@ceciliaaguiar]

How does this work ?

[@merryhill4790]

This is really a neat concept, especially for anything you want to hang. Personally, I have never see this technique even though I have been sewing for over sixty years. This is a hack I will definitely use a lot. Thanks for sharing.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you like it!

[@AnneSTLMO]

I am going to try this in reverse, on a baby quilt. I will make the binding strips a little narrower, the corner triangles a little smaller AND THEN I will apply the facing to the back and fold it over to the front. Then I can do edge stitching and/or top stitching all the way around to secure the binding. Thanks for the idea and clear instructions.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

That should work!

[@wjoyes]

I'd just wondered about the same! I'm a beginner so pleased to see someone who has more experience than me giving it a go.

[@cinziabeley7059]

A really interesting technique! Never come across this idea, and I love the idea of the ready made hanging system due to the corners. Many thanks!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sheilaisom194]

I've been waiting for someone to show something different that's easy. I hate the old binding methods, too much trouble. Thank you so much for this idea, I'm trying it right away on a baby blanket.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great!

[@EmmaWithJesus]

I love this!! I have struggled figuring out how to bind for so long, some techniques have you have one giant long binding strip that you fold backwards and forwards around the corners and it has confused me but this is so crisp and beautiful, I have to try it on a project I've had waiting for finish for 5 years. I am ready for the freedom of having a project finally complete! Thank you and God bless you! I look forward to learning all I can from you! :)

[@lessonslearnt5966]

So good to hear this will help you finish a long outstanding project! Thank you for watching!

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

Anyone here for the "facing" technique: it starts at about 6:30.

[@suestutzle2779]

I did this facing once on a large quilt-as-you-go baby play mat I made. The quilt was so thick that ordinary binding would be very difficult to sew on but this facing idea was ideal. It worked great. I sewed mine down with the machine so everything was reversable and nothing could catch and tear because it was made to throw on the floor for baby to roll around and play on. Love your cat, looks lovely.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

That's a great idea!

[@carollee7832]

Have never seen that technique done, but I think it's brilliant, especially for a wall hanging. Thanks for sharing another great hack!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@jamesf1165]

You know that you can use Elmer's water soluble washable glue to baste things which is much less expensive than the spray-base. I do it all the time. It washes right out and fluffs right up. At first washing. My needle has no problem going through dried glue and as a bonus it acts like fabrics stabilizer when quilting.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yes! I have seen that done. Definitely a more economical and less toxic adhesive.

[@momistaken]

Thanks so much, I haven’t seen this method before! A new trick for an old quilter!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@jdefelice3307]

I have been using facing for my table runners 1) I can quilt them out flat (unlike with pillowcasing) 2) I can match the facing to the border so the front and back match, and 3) no bulky binding corners . The gap in the facing corners eliminates the bulk. Love this! Plus you can feel the edge of the facing as you topstitch on the front so you never stray into the backing fabric.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great tips!

[@conniethomson6266]

I have never seen this done before. It looks amazing ❤

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I hope you try it!

[@pattucker612]

Enjoyed this it was very interesting. I’ve never seen the corners and stuff done like that. Thank you.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@moon-ud8tq]

Simple vertical sewing looks really nice👍.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yes! Thank you! And anyone can sew straight lines and it always looks great 👍🏻

[@giclat1098]

Love how simple and neat the facing edges came out! Definitely saved this one! Thanks! I'm going to try your suggestion to use grey thread!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@papercents]

new subscriber here - wow, what a great technique - haven't seen this before - will definitely be trying this out on my next project. Thank you!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Welcome! Thanks for the sub!

[@dbeem1918]

I can't wait to try this, but I think when I try it, I'll use on of the triangles to embroider or write my name, date and year created.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great idea!

[@KattGothica]

I actually think I'd want that border on the front for one I have. Can't wait to use this.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You can do that!

[@janesturm]

Thank you for the suggestion of using painters tape for straight line quilting! I needed that idea and this brain does not figure things out anymore, getting old, lol.which is so aggravating because that used to be one of my best parts. Also the technique of facing the darling cat wall hanging.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You’re welcome! Glad you liked my ideas ❤️

[@retroredo9850]

You just showed everyone how to finish clothing! I don't quilt! But did take a free motion class to learn how to do decorative sewing. I dont always straight hem unless a stabie woven but especially knits. I make facings like this but still call it binding! I started never folding at seam! I fold over seam! I sometimes do a single fabric not folded if making a large cuff. This is also how to do easy shawl collar on a jacket! I cut many tops including sweatshirts especially okd ones or from thrift straight up front. Slightly V neckline. Add sawlmcolkar and matching cuffs! I also hem unstable knits with a more stable tshirt material cut across non stretch direction! Besides fitting to you at sides that all you do to finish clothing remakes.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Right?! I’ve done many facings on clothing too, but sounds like you do some really cool stuff!

[@georgiapeach6704]

I love this method. I want to do this with a fleece blanket to embellish it with the corners a print and the facing a solid and on the front instead of the back. Thank you.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great idea!

[@debralucca7527]

I am so glad I came across your channel. I struggle with neat mitered corners. This is a very awesome way to finish a quilt. Thanks so much ❤

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad it was helpful! And welcome to the channel! 💕

[@kitikatter]

Am I the only one who would make it the other way around with contrasting fabric? So that the triangles shows on the front, thereby framing the piece? The straight pieces can be folded and ironed beforehand, and then just stitched down (machine or invisible hand stitch). Love that cat!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are not alone! You could certainly do that.

[@safarichey]

Thankyou. I am going to do mine that way as well. None of those botched bindings on the front. YAY

[@wilycat5290]

Very neat, clean finish. Thanks for the video 😊

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thanks for watching!

[@karin0963]

Genius! I know you said you didn't come up with the idea, but you shared it with us. Thank you. Great tutorial. I like that term, "amazing facing". 😊

[@jeancarver6599]

I LOVE this technique!!!! I can't wait to try it on the baby quilt I'm making!!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Verniemae]

I really like this technique. Thanks for sharing

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@ellenbarry758]

That’s a clever way to finish the project. I love the idea of hanging it with the corners

[@catharinebiddy9534]

This is a very nice way to finish a wall hanging/ quilts. Thank you for sharing!!❤️

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@jenihansen7201]

This is great. Thank you so much. I am going to try this.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Wonderful!

[@jeanielipskey1272]

What a great way to finish wall hangings for sure! I will be trying this!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Please do!

[@terrycrawford5778]

I just love that way of finishing a quilt. I never seen it before or heard of this. Thanks

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad it was helpful!

[@lindac.5646]

Oh my gosh, this is the best method of binding small projects that I have seen yet.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Wow, thank you!

[@sead705]

Fabulous thank you for sharing! We can do this!!! You made this look So simple, yey!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yes you can!

[@maryjokruer6127]

Best facing tutorial I’ve seen! Thanks!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Wow, thanks!

[@annetteellis4188]

Thank you for the facing tutorial. I really know understand facing. Thank you

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nanettejernigan7338]

Looks to simple to come out this beautiful, but I saw it happen! Thank you!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

It’s Ah-mazing!

[@Nanaslegacy]

You could use fusible tape too for this kind of project, super cute!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great idea!!

[@kathyteague829]

Absolutely beautiful! This would look lovely on a placemat on the right side.🙂

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great idea!!

[@VickiKolman]

KZbin put your video on my feed and I'm glad it did. I've never seen this before, but it looks great for this project. Your tutorial was easy to follow, plus, no binding join needed! Thank you for sharing this option!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad it was helpful!

[@suebean3873]

Wow, it’s beautiful. I’ve never ever seen this done in all the years I’ve quilted. Thank you. Would like to try this and like someone else said, I may reverse it too.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I hope you try it!

[@jeanrishel840]

Absolutely genius! No need to fuss with mitered corners or have to join the ends! I love it.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you like it!

[@sallinelson2364]

Wish I had seen this before I made a mess on another project. Thank you so much!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome! Next time you’ll be ready!

[@sheilacarroll7143]

I love this little wall hanging and I think the facing method was perfect for it! Thank you for sharing. 😊🍁🍃🦉

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@lisecousineau]

I will finish the Throw i’m doing…so happy I found you

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad to have you!

[@janetdowning1443]

Same, hate binding but love this method 😊

[@barbaraness4507]

I can’t wait to show this to my sister-in-law who just started quilting, and actually sewing too.

[@patricialeshkow6387]

Thank you for showing this facing. I had never seen it done, but I will definitely try it.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

I hadn’t either and just had to share!

[@ginettelefebvre8817]

Hi Sheri. I love your adorable wall hanging. Thank you for showing how to do 'facing' . It's perfect for the wall hangings... if I find it easier I might do it on a quilt. Beautiful cat... thanks fir the chat and hugs

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you so much!❤️

[@mandamorris7934]

Absolutely gonna have to try this .. Binding kicks my behind every time and keeps me from finishing a quilt... Love this! Thanks for sharing!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@deloresrast8543]

Wow!!! No clue you could bind like this!!!! Thanks Sheri!!!!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Another option for us quilters

[@anncameron4845]

I shall definitely share this technique with my quilting group, Freedom For Girls, Bridgeman Downs Baptist Church, Brisbane, Australia. Many thanks.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@joydalton4987]

Fabulous video and technique

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you liked it!

[@sharontucker691]

I love this way of binding , thanks

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you like it!

[@barbaraness4507]

13:44 Oh, ok. I was wondering what you were up to!😂 That’s so neat!

[@theresaturnbach610]

Thanks for sharing this. I love it !

[@lessonslearnt5966]

My pleasure!

[@heathercoursey8067]

That is very nice! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@awa1179]

I love that technique! On a small project like that, you could attach the back binding with double sided iron on tape.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great tip!

[@betsymach2435]

I like the facing idea. I'm sending your video to my sister because she makes more modern type quilts, I think this would look good with her quilts.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thanks for passing it on!

[@marshawallace7522]

Your tutorial was easy to understand and I like the technique as a different option instead of binding. I truly enjoy binding my quilts the traditional way although it took many projects before I wasn't intimidated by the process. Practice makes it easier! This is the first of your videos I've seen... following you now.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Yes! Personally, I will bind my larger quilts the traditional way as well.

[@tingczhao]

Wow, I could not even see the binding in the front. Love it.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you liked it!

[@EOgma]

Great idea!!! I love new ideas!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

So glad! Thank you!

[@marges8631]

Love this facing technique! I make a lot of smaller wall hangings and am always looking for a nice looking finish. I will definitely be trying this finish technique out. Thanks for sharing.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad it was helpful!

[@queenslanddiva]

That's great for me, never been able to do the other kind of binding. That would also look really nice with the back side on the front for place mats. Thank you.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

That's a great idea!

[@SheilaMcDonaldbeingme]

Awesome!! I struggle with those mitered corners and love this idea!! Thanks

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sandrahaigh2976]

Love this method for corners. I wish I'd known it yesterday as I'd stupidly cut one backing corner off line. Corners that you've shown here would have been perfect in covering up my error. The quilt is for me so it's ok 😊

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@catherinesofikitis179]

Beautiful. I always wondered how this was done. Thanks💐

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You’re welcome 😊

[@LunarNoire]

Definitely trying this method. I love quilting but don’t like binding. It’s my kryptonite 😂, but THIS I can do. Thanks for sharing❤.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Happy to help!

[@eugeniaread2724]

I love the simplicity. Great idea! I will have to try. Thank you for sharing!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@kathypeters9895]

LOVE THIS! So clever! I plan to try this! Thanks!

[@Suzan4610]

I liked this method and I will definitely use it..Thank you.

[@Yt-hb4wh]

Great technique!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you like it!

[@NatalieMishoe]

I feel like this be so pretty sewn to the back of the quilt and flip to the from of quilt in a different fabric

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You could!

[@denisestilling2810]

If that was a contrasting fabric ..attached to the back and flipped to the front it would be an excellent frame …this was inspiring. I would definitely machine stitch it. Thanks for sharing.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great idea!

[@arvettadelashmit9337]

Wow! Thank you. I also love your little wall hanging. I love my cats also. ❤❤❤

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you! 😊

[@beckyezra1]

super thank you! bless.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You're welcome!

[@chrisclark9862]

I have never seen this. Thanks for the demo Sheri!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@mamabear52]

Very nice and your instructions are clear

[@margealbanese1818]

Sheri, I’ve watched this a couple of times and am sure now that I’m going to try it out on my grandson’s Steampunk wall hanging I’m making for his birthday in May. Then I will do it on my latest project, a throw that is about 58 x 58. The border of the throw is small squares and a regular binding would take up too much space. Thanks for the video, it is a great option!

[@mariejohns1387]

Oh my goodness Sherri!! This is amazing! Im fairly newish to quilting. Everything I have learned was from you tube videos. I am one of those who haven’t mastered binding. I have heard if facing and my quilt guild did a short program on it but I didn’t understand it. Thanks so much!! Great option!!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Wonderful! Try it out on your next project 😉👍🏻

[@soarinpanda8walker563]

Awesome option ,have some wall quilts in progress so will finish this way.TFS

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Wonderful!

[@jsmxwll]

i've faced a piece of fabric art and did two passes with the machine. 1/4" and 3/4" in from the edge. made a nice subtle framed sort of look. facing is such a good technique when you don't want the finished edge to draw too much attention. your finished wall quilt is lovely.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

That sounds nice…I’ll have to try that!

[@bfree6521]

I am working on a wall hanging now so this was a great find for me!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Wonderful!

[@KelleysQuiltsandCruises]

Marvellous instructions! Thanks very much. I’ll give it a go on future table runners.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Great!

[@cindyhappel7376]

I can’t wait to try this! Thanks for sharing!❤

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@anitaferrick1546]

I've never seen this. Thank you so much for showing this

[@lessonslearnt5966]

My pleasure

[@judylee2556]

Thanks for the idea. Love it

[@reaanneservia3866]

Not lazy… efficient 😊🎉❤

[@lessonslearnt5966]

True!

[@patstutzman7506]

Great demonstration, seen it done before but you made it look much better with the corner triangles ! Will be trying it out soon!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@ccreel64]

Ohhhh, Marmalade looks fabulous! ❤️

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Right!? I need to put a label on him, so I don’t forget his name!

[@omisfavorites1054]

Love the matchstick quilting! Interesting facing technique, plan to try it. Thanks for the video!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@SherrysSheShedSewing]

Thank you for the tutorial! I have never seen this technique before. I can’t wait to try it out. Have a good rest of the week! 😊

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Thank you! You too!

[@janetdowning1443]

This is brilliant, if you sew the binding on the back first an a different colour from front will make a lovely & different binding on the front. Makes binding a whole lot easier. Thank you ❤😊

[@yvetteheartso3406]

What a great idea. Thanks for this. Perfect for the tiny quilts that I am doing with LBQ.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Perfect!

[@deannajanes4097]

I love learning new techniques! Thank you for sharing!!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You are so welcome!

[@FoxyHam]

This something new! I really enjoyed you sharing this quilting technique! Thank you!

[@shaffycat]

Omg this is brilliant as I hate traditional binding and think it would even look amazing having the triangles on the front Can't wait to try it on my next project

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You could do that!

[@chandiseneviratne3436]

Awesome alternative to traditional binding. Thanks so much!

[@lessonslearnt5966]

Glad you like it!

[@audreycando3537]

Neat way of doing binding ! Thanks for sharing this technique.

[@lessonslearnt5966]

You bet!