Make a Self Binding Quilt with Jenny Doan of Missouri Star (Video Tutorial)

[@venitabucceri8435]

A year later... I don't know if you guys and girls ever read these comments, but I need to tell you, Dear Jenny, you are a phenomenal teacher and a seamstress par excellence❣️❣️❣️ I am new to quilting and have watched nearly every one of your videos. You are amazing❣️❣️❣️

[@anitathompson3477]

I agree

[@julietaperez4091]

Dear fellow quilters, I used polar fleece for the backing ( I know, I know) and Jenny, this binding was SPECTACULAR. A perfect fleece corner. * bows to Jenny *

[@janniehoffknecht5142]

I just did it. Turned out correctly first time. Thank you Jenny for doing this video and keeping it up

[@GrandmaPatty49]

I’ve used this method to make blankets for some of my grandchildren to take to daycare for naps. I put a pocket on them embroidered with their name, big enough to put a favorite stuffed animal in.

[@rayandmarythomas4719]

Great idea the method and the pocket!

[@jesusreignsoveraustralia]

What an excellent idea. They are blessed to have a Grandmother like you.

[@beckysander6876]

Jenny, I am one of the millions of view on that self binding baby blanket! I've made dozens! And I've wondered how to make it bigger? And ta-da, here you are with instructions!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!

[@debraphillips8163]

So when Jenny says add 10", if your quilt is rectangular, say 45 x 70....Is the backing 55 x 80? Or does it have to be a square?

[@nicolebeauchamp7622]

Wow, wow and wow! I have been quilting for close to 20 years and never seen this before. What a great idea.

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Nicole, how's your day going with you?

[@MsBethharris]

Oh Jenny! I could just KISS you!! I hate binding quilts. My mum used to do the handwork and lovingly blind-stich all the bindings on my children's baby quilts by hand. That was over 35 years ago... and I miss still her (and her amazing hand work.) I have actually crocheted baby blankets for my grand babies because I knew I would have to back and bind quilts. I feel a few grandbaby quilts coming on. You're a gem!

[@Joy-eq6qg]

Watching a few of MSQ older videos...this is a very nice way to finish a baby quilt. Thank you, Jenny Doan, for bringing back memories of my mother-n-law using this technique on her hand quilted quilts.

[@TheKjoy85]

Now I have so many ideas. . .

[@sandracedar368]

I'm never disappointed! I love how Jenny can teach me so much! Jenny, you explain so clearly as well as demonstrate each step of the way. My brain hears your words, sees them put to life, & puts it all together so I get it! Thank you dear Jenny! Thank you so very much🤗🦩💝

[@marilynfeliciano1102]

I have done this with fleece as the backing. No need for batting and then I machine quilted 'in the ditch' with a fancy machine stitch. It turned out so neat! I like to see Jenny showing us this so it validates my choice! ;)

[@wayfarinstranger2444]

Great idea! So cozy for the colder months as well!!

[@rayneashamarsh2649]

Love your videos! Easy to follow, simple and straight to the point without all of the fluff!! THANK YOU!!!

[@lindarobinson1520]

For folks like myself who hand sees binding on and suffers with some arthritis in my hands, this is a blessing! Thanks Jenny!!

[@susanolevson1317]

I love this self binding method. I learned this method making totes with lining and a hole was left to turn tote right side out and then add a stitch all around to stitch opening. It never occurred to me that this could be done with a quilt! Thanks for sharing 😊

[@pollybee7129]

What a joy! I'm trying to finish a quilt quickly for a terminally ill relative, and this method takes so much stress away. Bless you!

[@gwendolyngilmore6619]

I used this technique today for my very first quilt. It turned out beautifully. Perfect corners. Thanks.

[@brendafoley6995]

Love the wide binding! I have noticed them in satin on baby quilts. My brain went straight to no batting inside, thinking if I leave 2 1/2 inches of batting untrimmed from top. But still sew on 1/4 on the top... Then when turned, binding would be filled!. You always inspire me! Thank you!

[@jhwilliams6550]

To do this would you have the backing fabric on top matching the quilt top with the extra batting sticking out?

[@wandagutierrez5338]

That was my concern, empty binding, but that would fix it; good job!

[@bethanyrosebanks2882]

OMG this is the best and most easiest way ever! I know I should have come here first before doing my first quilt! I'm gonna do this for ALL my quilting projects from now on!!! I LOVE MISSOURI STAR!!

[@roseprocopio9526]

Hi Jenny...I used this method to make place mats after watching your video years ago. Everyone loves them. I love you. Xoxoxoxo.

[@BBell-qt1lr]

I made the self-binding baby quilt a few years back and it was so much fun! I can't wait to try this one too! Thanks, Jenny!

[@danbates2760]

Thank you for posting this Jenny! I remember back in the 70s-80s the fantastic Nancy Zieman had shown us this technique on a small quilt (on her beautiful Babylock we all drooled over). It is good to see it expanded on a larger project.

[@cr3014]

Thanks for all your tutorials- they are always great! I've made many self binding baby blankets but will now use same self binding on baby burp pads. Again, thanks for sharing your skills with all of us!

[@laurielarrison963]

Thank you for this! I make quilt-as-you-go type quilts and have tried different methods. The method I am using on my current quilts has the backing put on last. I have been agonizing over how I will do it! This is just perfect! Thank you, thank you! I have sewn for 56 years but have only made a few quilts over the years and am now trying to do more. This helps a lot!

[@olgachanachowicz2861]

@Laurie Larrison: Hi, Laurie, Jenny hasn't answered my question re the size of the backing. Maybe you can help. She said that the backing needs to be 10" larger than the quilt. Well, 10" larger in length and 10" larger in width? Just saying 10" doesn't make sense. Anyway, I hope you don't mind, but she wasn't clear and she didn't reply to my question. Since you have been sewing for 56 years and have made a few quilts, maybe you can answer my question. I would really appreciate it. Thanks and have a good day. Greetings from Ontario, Canada.

[@susanmei9980]

@@olgachanachowicz2861 Yes. 10” larger in both directions, bc you’ll need the flange on all four sides. So that will be 5” larger on each side, but when the quilt is finished, it will be about 2 1/2” larger on each side bc that extra fabric must cover the back, as well as the front. Hope that makes sense.

[@olgachanachowicz2861]

Thank you!@@susanmei9980

[@lucilledaub5991]

Jenny I love the way you teach quiting. YOU Are a Blessing to watch God loves you n so do I.

[@michelleheath]

Thank you thank you thank you for this tutorial. I’ve made 3 quilts so far. All using this technique. I’ve never made a quilt before I made these 3. All for family In kcmo. I watch this every time I do the binding. Stop at each section of the tutorial. Do each step and a lefty here too so watching it done lefty style is wonderful! I finish each step for the start the video back up and continue to the next. I am a customer as well. Hope to repair my quilt my great grandma made for me one day and finish it. It was never finished. I love your tutorials. Hope to visit one day.

[@rebeccasorensen7925]

I just watched this again a year later. Gotta make this. That quilt is beautiful. Also the way you did it you ended up with an extra layer of backing fabric which I'm sure made it that much more cozy and snuggly. Love this!

[@ellenhofer3343]

I showed my sister-in-law how to do this a year or so ago. We figured out the math had to be exactly the way you expplained it. So glad I told her the correct way because it was trial & error for us! Thank you for a great video!

[@buffycleaveland8116]

Is it ten inches on all sides?

[@sharla2724]

​@@buffycleaveland8116 If I didn't misunderstand it is just 5 inches on each side for a total of 10 extra inches. Example: quilt top - 45" x 55" so backing would be 55" x 65"

[@jennygurney9205]

What a great way to finish the quilt off Jenny. Can’t wait to start another quilt and try this.

[@denisefoster6865]

Jenny, you have no idea how happy you made me today. Putting a self-binding border on a quilt I am in the process of making has been on my mind for the last few days. And, surprise, here you come along with a tutorial on how to do just that. Thank you so very much.

[@jilllazdane8861]

Same. I thought that there has to be another way other than binding (having just finished one and had to fix half a dozen spots where it didn't catch the back binding.... grrr... and thought a self binding like they do on placemats would be just the ticket!

[@elsecoetzee5012]

O,my gosh,I am very much overwhelmed,shoo, Excellent job done, thank you for opening my understanding of the quilting work.God bless you abundantly.🙏🙏🙏💖💖💖💖💖

[@paulaweston5242]

That little ruler is my favorite of all the many rulers I have! And I will definitely be using this technique in the future. Thanks so much.

[@lynnaltmayer7982]

I was thinking if you quilted the back as well first, you would have a really cuddly warm quilt! Love the tutorial. Jenny does it the best!

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Lynn, how's your day going with you?

[@gwenwohlrab6090]

I have made many of the baby quilt size but never thought of doing this for a bigger one. Thank you. I love it!

[@kaybaertlein541]

This works with the even easier way of doing corners that you taught as well, only when you measure up from your 45 degree line only measure up half of the extra width and then add 1/4". Example, I cut my backing 3" bigger for both length and width but on the corners I only went up 1/2 of that for the height of that measurement, adding 1/4" for seaming. Works out perfectly and gives you just under 1 1/2" turnover on the front. For a smaller turnover, I'm guessing one could cut the measurement a bit more. IT was a lot of fun and I may finish all of my quilts that way now. Thank you Jenny!

[@irish6122]

Man...what a great way to add binding!!! I'm going to start using this method from now on because I really do love a wide border. Thank thank you!!!

[@Byrdman2013.]

Jenny you are the best! I’ve been watching you for years and have made several quilts by your instructions. Thank you for being there for us quilt makers who need good instructions!

[@michelleclover6619]

I have done this several times on quilts larger and table toppers. Also works great on jelly roll race quilts. Wonderful technique.

[@randysample6299]

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[@seasons0123]

This tells me that it does work on rectangle quilts then. Neat!

[@brendarobbins8832]

I made each of my grandkids a blanket by following your earlier video. I’ve been thinking about trying the self binding with a “regular” quilt and TA DA here you are with another excellent tutorial!

[@montserratduran6539]

We Miss you Jenny ! Great idea.

[@jannwebb]

Thanks, Jenny and MSQC! Jenny, you look fabulous. I hope the weight loss was on purpose and not due to any illness. I had to put my quilting aside for a few years but now you’ve inspired me. I live in a travel trailer and after seeing you quilt while camp I’m gonna try it

[@joycepugh5347]

Started making these since day one after watching you make one - hate doing bindings lol - making a little quilt for my Moms 91 st Birthday & I’m going to be doing this TYVM - already made a pillow with all 13 kids & spouses names & 86 grandkids & great grandkids names - love watching you & your girls all the time

[@gwennie2111]

I want you all to know that if you use 2 flannel fabrics for the front and back, you can assemble the blanket--just as Jenny does here but without the quilting--and when it's all put together, quilt the two non-binding flannel layers together. I do it all the time for beautiful small baby quilts and have done twin-size as well. The flannel "sticks" together so nicely , there's no problem with shifting. I always press the two fabrics together---WHEN STILL INSIDE-OUT, BEFORE turning the blanket right-sides out. Turn right-sides out, smooth the two layers together with your hands. I always do the smoothing on my ironing board and iron as I smooth. And I always start smoothing and pressing on the EDGE OPPOSITE the edge with the opening. This works nicely for getting the opening nice and tucked in. I then "quilt" the blanket---not the binding--and finish with a pretty decorative stitch all the way around on the binding where the binding meets the blanket. The blankets look so "finished" with the quilting. (I call my finished goods "blankets," not "quilts" because some people are such sticklers insisting that "quilts" always have batting.) Besides looking really good, these two-layer blankets are light weight, which is nice: the flannel is so wrap-able around an infant or toddler. And, for bigger kids, the two layers of flannel makes a nice light weight blanket for Arizona summers.

[@kaybaertlein541]

Are all of your blankets square? Will it work with rectangular shapes?

[@leannemori9688]

@@kaybaertlein541 Jenny 's is re rectangular

[@kschallert3569]

I wish you would make a video tutorial showing what you've described.

[@beckywright5756]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@burgerminster3754]

0:03 I’m at a loss as to how the batting winds up in the binding, if all the edges are stitched evenly together. Guess I’m just going to have to try it and see. I have done this technique for table runners and no batting, and I love the look and ease of the project.

[@karengarland9669]

When I saw the title of this video I thought “Oh I’ve seen this video many times, but I’ll watch it again because it’s done by MSQC and I always learn something and Jenny is so much fun to watch”. But to my surprise 😆 it is kinda new.!! Thanks so much MSQC - you’re the best 💕

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Karen, how's your day going with you?

[@denisetheriault6415]

I just love all of your teaching projects! I go back and forth to your old and new tutorials! You’re amazing and please keep teaching us. I’m making baby quilts right now and this self-binding is a time saver! Love from Maine!

[@kimramirez3725]

Years ago when You came out with the baby quilt version of this I gave it a try. As I was making it I was thinking, Hmmm I don't know but it worked out great and the quilt looked wonderful. One might think I had beginners luck but I made a few more since & they came out just as great so i promise this technique works and You end up with nice crisp mitered corners. ( I even made one out of Cuddle or Minky fabric & it turned out great too) I haven't made a bigger one this way yet but if the top and back were secured by tying or something Im sure it would work. Thank You for sharing the Pdf & another great tutorial :)

[@Deeloveshergoldies]

My minky one didn’t turn out so well.so gave it away as change mat. Lol

[@marnieandersen2807]

Jenny you are amazing. I'm just finishing a baby quilt and I'm definitely going to finish it this way!! I watched your tutorial just in time!!

[@suebean3873]

Very nice. I’ve made many of these, but I’ve never completed and quilted a top before doing the self binding quilt. Brilliant. Love those colours. Thank you Jenny!

[@vivianvivian4672]

Hi from Georgia. Jenny, just had to tell you how great you look! Have been enjoying your videos for a few years now, you're a great teacher. Stay safe and well.

[@farmgirlw837]

Love this tutorial Jenny. I like the idea that the binding isn't stuffed with the batting so that it drapes like a blanket and could see this working well in some style bed quilts. Also could see adding the batting and then adding the backing. Also am interested in the way that this whole thing can be quilted once the backing and binding are attached. With an extra wide binding, a person could get creative with the quilt design in the border!

[@luckylinda7777]

Love this idea….it is nice to have a border that is has no batting. Unique finishing touch

[@juliemills6716]

Love this method, it works great with minky and no batting.

[@jennysanfilippo2105]

Thank you. I am a beginner, the first quilt was challenging for me to bind. A dream come true. I'm going to try this technique for binding. Thank you.

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Jenny, how's your day going with you?

[@RosemaryN]

That’s beautiful. I create self binding by not trimming off the excess backing from the quilt sandwich after I finish quilting, I trim only the batting, making it even or maybe a 1/2” past the quilt top. I then trim the backing to about 1” all around. Then fold it halfway in on itself then fold over onto the front of the quilt and top stitch in place. Not the best protected edge, but it looks like regular binding from the front and is super fast.

[@cathlyndeutsch9209]

I do it your way too. This way the binding is all floppy because there isn't any batting in there.

[@deborahborchert9317]

I do this as well. I calculate my backing size so I have enough to roll over onto the top for the binding.

[@sewcrazybaker]

I literally just finished a quilt last night and I did the binding YOUR way, Rosemary. I've done it this way for 40 years! I would never do it the way Jenny shows in this tutorial because it's so so much easier to use the backing as the binding. I usually love all of Jenny's tutorials, but I don't like this one at all.

[@RosemaryN]

@@sewcrazybaker I’m a newish quilter and did baby steps- started with this self-binding method and now mostly do regular machine-sewn binding. I adore Jenny but I could probably not manage her method, at least on a larger quilt, too much wrestling with the big sandwich!

[@angieallen4884]

I prefer Rosemary's techniqe as well.

[@elaineriley2331]

Great demo. I did this method for lined drapes. Thank you again for another great idea.

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Elaine, how's your day going with you?

[@roses9897]

Enjoyed watching the quilt tutorials. Very interesting without batting.

[@shavonsullivan857]

Thanks, Jenny! This tutorial came at the perfect time! I’m about to make a “big-boy quilt “ for my nephew’s 2nd birthday next weekend, and another one for my niece’s baby shower two weeks later!

[@kimwolfe1375]

I have been searching for months and I finally found this tutorial. THANK YOU so much.

[@glenysbatley195]

Thank you thank you thank you, I hate binding quilts. I am so grateful. Thanks from Sydney Australia 😀

[@traceyhonig4461]

Another great tutorial! I would use this one on the table toppers and wall hangings before I tried a quilt. Happy quilting! 🧵💜

[@lesliefoster-michaud8418]

I have made so many of the self binding baby blankets, they are so fun to do. This looks like a bit of a struggle but ie might work for smaller quilts. Thanks Jenny for all your ideas, keeps us on out toes.

[@anitathompson3477]

That is easy! And besutiful! I. Have Struggled with the corners !! Thank you!!❤❤❤❤ I love the way you teach. Triple play is my favorite!!

[@leslieconnor7883]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I struggle with binding and love that there is another option! This was easy to understand an I know I can handle this. You are the very best!

[@MsSluggoP]

Sooo Excited at this one! Table runners!

[@staceyfranks01]

Yay! I cannot wait to try this! I have made several self-binding baby quilts and I love the method. I will be doing this on my very next quilt! Thank you Jenny! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰❤️🥰🥰

[@pamstrong8709]

This is a great method for small quilts...crib size, lap quilts; I’m not so adventurous as to try it with anything larger. I do love it for baby blankets.

[@pinkiesingh7941]

Beautifully explained wow!!! God bless you Jenny , you are amazing 🤩 Love you❤️

[@louettesommers8594]

I love those colors.

[@janiesoito4494]

I agree about checking the mitered corner. My first baby blanket became the dog's blanket. He loved being covered up in it.

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Janie, how's your day going with you?

[@nadiafalovic6218]

Amazing! Thanks Jenny, such a time saver. 👏👏

[@nancylucero4673]

I've made a couple of the self binding baby blankets. The first turned out perfectly, however on the second one I cut the extra fabric on the corners without checking my angles. I have the holes in the corners on the neatly folded self bound blanket. The instructions on this video appear to inspire me to try again. I too have problems with angles, a challenge I hope to over come.

[@TerriRomano]

I did this and sewed a piece back on to fix it. Lol. It was fleece so it didn’t show much.

[@nancylucero4673]

@@TerriRomano i'll have to try your solution.

[@rayandmarythomas4719]

Love that butterfly fabric! Can hardly wait to make this binding on a baby fleece blanket!

[@jenihansen7201]

OH MY GOSH...THIS IS SO PERFECT. THANK YOU JENNY AND TEAM. I AM IN AWE....AGAIN, THANK YOU.

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Jeni, how's your day going with you?

[@monicaveintemillas1836]

Jenny, as always, a pleasure to watch you teach us how to do any project and so well explained! Thank you for all your help in making Quilting such a pleasure and see that it’s not as hard as it looks and even easy! Mónica from La Paz, Bolivia 🇧🇴 ✂️📍🪡🧵❤️. I love all your tutorials and hopefully one day I will go to visit you.

[@lorim2074]

I have finished my quilt with the flanged binding, which was so remarkable and easy, now I'm going to try this! It looks amazing! Thank you Jenny! I'm always watching and learning from you and your lovely daughters!

[@michelleterry5540]

Hi Jenny I hope you're having a wonderful day I enjoyed watching you and your family thank you for this tutorial so now I can do this. you are amazing have a wonderful weekend

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Michelle, how's your day going with you?

[@vickyerhind]

Love your tutorials they are always so interesting , thanks Jenny for the joy you give us quilters .... Love from New Zealand 💗

[@chrisarcus]

Wow thank you for showing how this works for quilts too. I'm impressed 😍 I have watched your old video to make the self binding with flannel. They made lovely gifts.

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Christine, how's your day going with you?

[@wayfarinstranger2444]

Jenny, I love how you think outside the box. I would also recommend using a heavier backing fabric to improve the durability of the quilt. This would be fantastic for a wall hanging as well. God bless!!!

[@judithstonik1406]

One of the tricks I use when sewing two pieces and you need to leave an opening for turning, I use a green-headed pin for start (go) and put TWO red-headed pins for ending (stop). You could do this with marks as well.

[@deannabosch1434]

I turn my pins in 180 degrees from the other pins at my stop and start points.

[@melanieseigler1494]

Excellent idea!!

[@melanieseigler1494]

Bothe ideas!

[@margm4]

Love the colours and pattern. But I doubt I’ll do that binding! I’m probably more angly challenged than you! I’m sure I’d muck the whole thing completely! You’re so clever Jenny ❤️🇦🇺

[@jonijecklin4394]

Jenny, that quilt top is beautiful! Love the colors with that pattern.............. :)

[@toninoordermeer3842]

Another wonderful tutorial by Jenny, thank you.

[@valerieslater3029]

What a really great way to do a border, I will be using it directly on my grandbaby quilt, thanks so much !!

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Valerie, how's your day going with you?

[@elizabethjury2930]

Hi Jenny i was scrolling through some utube quilty things and i spotted this tutorial - what a neat idea. You explanations are very clear and as i have to make a baby quilt i will use this method for sure 🌻

[@eshellebennett]

this is my new favorite binding technique. thank you so much Ms. Jenny

[@davederrick9431]

Hi Jenny, my wife has used this technique on 3 quilts I have made. I think they look great, although I still use binding, as this was all new shiĺl to me when COVID visited. Lots of your ideas have been used😃 PS I am also angle challenged.

[@donnabetterton8674]

Love this method!! Made reversible placemats using this technique! Thank you:)

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Donna, how's your day going with you?

[@mindytaylor523]

I made the original baby one. This looks fun and interesting. Thank you, Jenny.

[@jenifferfoster4312]

Thank you Jenny another wonderful helpful and awesome tutorial. God bless you and thank you for showing us how to do it!!!

[@cherylmathe3170]

Thanks for this tutorial. I've never had good luck with self binding. Going to give this a try

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Cheryl, how's your day going with you?

[@elizabethjury2930]

I just love this quilt Jenny. Thank you for sharing. Your teaching is excellent !!! Watching from South Africa.

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Elisabeth, how's your day going with you?

[@elizabethjury2930]

Just great @@lawsonbrinton682

[@cindiludlum9837]

Jenny, this is just such a fabulous idea! Thanks for coming up with this idea and for creating a tutorial on a different and easier (for me!) approach to binding a quilt!

[@tinafett1361]

Are the 10 inches added to the length or width of the quilt size? Example: Quilt top is 35X45. Do I cut 45X55 for back?

[@terrinewton39]

I followed your tutorial on this blanket a few years ago and made burp cloths out of it for my grandsons. They almost look to nice to use. I imagine this blanket is a lot heavier then an the original self binding blanket you made ...? Great for winter ❄️

[@deannaelsen4665]

Fabric is so cute I love butterflies. Thank you for this beautiful video. 🐞🌻

[@marystewart4994]

This self binding would be perfect for fidget quilts! Thank you Jenny!

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Mary, how's your day going with you?

[@janetmcadamsbailey9038]

Thank you Jenny for showing us another way of finishing off a quilt.

[@lawsonbrinton682]

Hi Janet, how's your day going with you?

[@helenthornton5074]

So many times I've wanted to make a quilt but dreaded the mitred corners. I made 2 lap quilts (for granddaughters) and felt that I spoilt the finished look because of the corners. I've just got to the point of backing my lap quilt and again, dreading the corners. Just watched your video and can't wait to have a go. Thank you.

[@KarenGreene51]

Oh my gosh yahooooo!!! This is gonna save me some money. Instead of the long arm lady doing my binding I can now do it. What would have looked good with this was the really thin binding that goes between the quilt and the binding to make it pop.

[@veevee111]

@kcashatt51 Are you referring to a flange? If so, I really like that look, too.

[@Kim.Artman]

I love this! This came just in time because I have several quilts I have offered to donate. Love all of your tutorials

[@willow7233]

What a lifesaver!!!!!

[@janemorris7245]

Brilliant. Going to give it a go. Thank you Jenny.