Binding Scalloped edges...HELP NEEDED PLEASE...

[rosebud3]

When I layed the quilt top out on the bed, it was so pretty with the scalloped edges that I would like to bind it leaving the scalloped edges. Only thing is, I have never put a curved binding on anything. Can anyone give me suggestions on the best way to attach the binding so it will lie flat? I appreciate any and all suggestions/help. Thanks in advance.

Rosebud/Mary

[Quilter7]

Mary - I have not done it but have read and heard that you need to have bias cut binding. I am sure others will add other suggestions.
Good luck!
Carol

[Grammy2]

I've not done it either, but just read somewhere that bias cut binding works best

[Littlebit]

El's has a video here that shows just a bit of it, it is in the middle of this video - hopefully it is enough to get you started and finished )
http://www.quiltinaday.com/television/v ... eruler.asp

[rosebud3]

Thanks for the info everyone. Littlebit, thanks for the link. I think this will help a lot.

[cindyg]

I have done a wave-edge border. For it and the scallop border you have to cut your binding strips on the bias. My wave edge border lays flat. Good luck with your scalloped border - I can't wait for you to post a picture.

[ctherrie]

Fons and Porter book Complete Guide to Quilting takes you step by step thru how to make bias binding by making a tube and they also have a section on how to do scalloped binding. It is available at Jo Anns and with the 50 per cent off coupon that expires today it would be a great value. It is one book I use to go back and remind myself how to do something.

[geriwood]

You really need to use bias binding when ever you do curves. It should also be cut smaller then regular binding. I cut continus binding using fonz and porter method. You can make alot that way, mush faster. I sure if you googled it you could find something on line. If not let me know and I will explain the best I can for you. Also on the one side of the tape should be folded. I don't fold both sides to the middle. It is eaiser to work with and less bulk. When working with curves, you want less bulk. Let us know. Geri

[rosebud3]

Well I got the binding on. Looks pretty good for the first time doing the scalloped edges. I still have 16 more hearts to hand quilt into the set pieces. I promise to get photos posted as soon as I figure out how to hook my new camera up to the computer. My DS is going to help me with that part when I go out to CA next week.

Thanks everyone for all the help.

[ctherrie]

Glad to hear that you didn't give up. I have never done a scalloped border myself, my question for you is will you do one again? They are gorgeous, maybe the next baby quilt I make I should. One of those things a quilter should do at least once.