Who can offer advice re bias binding?

[Polly D]

Not strictly family related I know. I could do with some assistance with attaching bias binding on a small quilt/mat I'm making. I used to use wide ribbon but know that bb gives a nicer finish. I have two questions: how do I do the corners? And do I stitch the back down first, or the front?! I'm using a machine, not doing by hand. Sorry these are such amateur questions to the pros out there!

Thanks in advance.

P

[sian]

Youtube is great for sewing

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtVZuigIcAA

[Polly D]

Thank you Sian, that's so helpful. Amazing what you can find on YouTube! P

[hpsaucey]

Not even bias binding related - but I - as a crap sewer - bought a sewing machine that does my buttonholes for me! I tried it out yesterday. Maybe these have been around for years, but couldn't believe how fantastic it is. Is that sad?????

[jmac]

If you are still struggling I don't mind coming round to show you how it should be done - I've bound more quilts than I car to mention and am happy to help.

[Polly D]

That's so nice of you jmac but my mother-in-law is staying with us and is sorting me and the quilt out! Thanks though. P