{"title":"Binding Tools","description":"\u003cp\u003eFinish your quilts beautifully with the right binding tools from Linda’s Binding Tools collection. From binding clips and binding miter tools to specialty rulers designed for cutting perfect binding strips, we carry everything you need to give your quilt a polished, professional edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat tools do I need to bind a quilt?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe essentials include a rotary cutter and ruler for cutting binding strips, clips or pins for holding binding in place, a hand sewing needle and thread for the final stitch-down, and a thimble for comfort. Specialty binding rulers make cutting and joining strips even easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best width to cut quilt binding?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost quilters cut binding strips 2.25 to 2.5 inches wide for a standard double-fold binding. The right width depends on your seam allowance and how thick your batting is — thicker batting may require wider strips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a binding miter tool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA binding miter tool helps you cut perfectly angled joins when connecting binding strips end-to-end, eliminating bulk and creating seamless, invisible seams in your finished binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs machine binding or hand binding better?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoth have their place! Machine binding is faster; hand binding creates a nearly invisible stitch on the back and is preferred for heirloom quilts and show quilts. Many quilters machine-stitch the front and hand-stitch the back.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"third-hand-binding-folder-blue-for-2in-strips","title":"Third Hand Binding Folder Blue for 2in Strips","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThird Hand Binding Folder Blue for 2in Strips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThird Hand Binding Folder Blue for 2in Strips:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Third Hand Binding Folder makes it easier to create binding. The Binding Folder Clip is adjustable so it fits a standard ironing board as well as thinner boards. No tools necessary, just loosen the wing nut, slide the Binding Folder into place and turn the wing nut to secure it in place. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo create your binding, simply insert a 2 in strip of fabric into the Binding Folder (note that there is a slot on top to allow you to use a pin to help pull the fabric through if necessary) then pull the binding and iron as you go. It's like having a 3rd hand to fold the binding in half while you iron!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* Size: 2in Strip Size\u003cbr\u003e* Color: Blue\u003cbr\u003e* Made of: PLA Polylactic Acid\u003cbr\u003e* Included: One Tool\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Checker Distributor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47112738046089,"sku":"CDS-3H2BLUE","price":11.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0393\/1273\/files\/Third-Hand-Binding-Folder-Blue-for-2in-Strips-Checker-Distributor-210853948.jpg?v=1782643904"},{"product_id":"jelly-roll-batting-binding-tool-marble","title":"Jelly Roll Batting\/Binding Tool Marble","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJelly Roll Batting\/Binding Tool Marble\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe help you need to hold the batting and fabric for your jelly roll rugs! Jelly roll rugs are fun to make, but holding the batting and fabric together while you sew it into strips can be a challenge. Until now!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Jelly Roll Rug Binding Tool is adjustable so it fits on your sewing table (or acrylic sewing table). 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Projects are piling up because you don't have the time to deal with traditional binding techniques? YOUR WORRIES ARE OVER! The Quick Easy Mitered Binding Tool eliminates all of those frustrations. 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