There are two basic types of binding, straight grain binding (which includes cross grain binding) and bias binding. Draw lines between each mark to make cutting straight lines easier. Sew binding strips RST (right sides together) with diagonal piecing to make one continuous piece of straight grain binding. Making Double Fold Straight of Grain Quilt Binding Tools and Supplies: Cutting mat, rotary cutter with a sharp blade, walking foot, 6x24” ruler, seam allowance guide, pencil, quilting gloves Be sure your Quilt is Square How Much Binding is Required: Add up the circumference of your quilt (all 4 sides). A severed warp thread releases its tension. Cut the square in half diagonally to form two triangles. You're also cutting through the warp threads. To get the size double the width you want your binding to be and add 1/2 inch. Bias vs Straight Grain Binding . Bias cut is cut on the bias of the fabric (45-degree angle).Because it's not cut along the grain it has a lot more stretch, making … Press seams to one side. With right sides together, align two short triangle edges. If you’re like me and want a little more assurance before you begin to cut and bind your quilt, I’d recommend watching a video first. I often do straight grain binding for Quilts of Valor, too, because the recipients I've heard from mostly display the quilts rather than use them. For different looks, experiment with how you piece your binding strips-diagonal or straight seams. Straight Grain Binding is cut in strips parallel to the selvedge edges of the fabric, and offers the least stretch or give of all methods. If (and that's a huge if, LOL) I were making a wall hanging or art piece, I would go ahead and make straight grain binding. I wanted a 1/2 inch binding for a project I’m currently working on so I drew marks at 1 1/2 inches apart (1/2 inch for each side plus 1/4 inch each side for the hem). Click here to download a chart of the amount of continuous binding you can cut from various size squares. Also determine whether you want to cut the binding on the straight grain or bias grain. There's no stress on the binding on such a quilt. The grain. Straight grain, or straight-of-grain is a term used for either the lengthwise grain or the crosswise grain, as it refers to the direction of the threads in the fabric (straight).Usually with binding fabric, straight grain is referring to the crosswise grain. Once you’ve settled on bias binding or straight of grain binding strips, and chosen the width of your binding, you can put rotary cutter to fabric with confidence. 3. Cut a square from your binding fabric on the straight grain. Double Fold Straight Grain Binding Step 1 Cut binding strips according to the pattern. Straight grain binding uses strips of fabric cut on the straight grain vs. the bias. Trim off selvedges. It is the strongest binding suitable for heavy quilts or ones that will be used a lot. Bias binding is really needed for finishing a project that has a curved edge but most quilts have straight edges, so we will cover the straight grain binding. When you cut along the 44" width, you're cutting along the cross grain. Cut … Straight grain binding is cut along the straight grain. If you are working on a project that has curved or scalloped edges, you will need to cut your strips on the bias grain. Trim seams to ¼”. Stronger than Straight Grain Binding; more durable, edges less likely to fray. Step 2 Fold binding in half with wrong … Sew the triangles … This type of binding uses strips of fabric cut … (Left, above) Cross Grain Binding is cut in strips at right angles to the selvedge edges of the fabric, and offers a medium amount of stretch and give. 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