Ready to conquer quilt binding once and for all?
🧵✨ Welcome to "How To'sday"! By popular customer request, Lisa is kicking off our Ultimate 3-Part Quilt Binding Series! If you’ve ever felt intimidated by quilt binding or just want to speed up your process, you are in the right place!
In Part 1, we are tackling the most important step: How to Prepare Your Binding. Lisa breaks down her foolproof, go-to method that she has successfully used for years to get beautiful, professional results. No more guessing on the math or struggling with twisted fabric strips!
In this video, you will learn:
- ✂️ The super simple math formula to calculate exactly how many binding strips you need.
- ✂️ How to accurately cut 2.5" continuous binding strips.
- ✂️ Pro-tips for joining your strips on the diagonal for less bulk.
- ✂️ Lisa’s absolute FAVORITE pressing tool (you’re going to want one!).
- ✂️ How to store your binding so it never turns into a tangled mess
Next up in Part 2, we’ll show you exactly how to sew this prepared binding onto your quilt, including how to turn perfect corners and join your tails!

