How to Make Quilt Binding

Quilt Binding Tips

Avoid most bindings that are sold as notions in fabric stores, because they aren't durable enough to use in a quilt. Moda is one fabric manufacturer that sells bias binding by the yard. It's made from the same quality fabrics they produce on the bolt.
Your binding doesn't have to be made from one fabric. Assemble it with as many different fabrics as you like to create a scrappy binding for your quilt.
If you have a wide backing fabric that suits you, cut long crosswise grain strips from it to reduce the number of seams or eliminate them entirely.
I usually cut my binding slightly wider than the formula calls for. I like having a little extra width when I fold the binding to the quilt back and sew it in place. Extra width is very helpful when you use a high loft batting.

Janet Wickell
Quilting Guide