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How to Add Satin Ribbon as a Border on a Quilt

Adding a satin border to a quilt will give it a touch of class and elegance. Pick out your favorite color, one that complements your quilt or happens to be the favorite color of the recipient. The border, also known as a binding, will also keep your quilt from fraying, allowing it to be treasured for years to come. With a binding, the quilt can be used or hung up for decoration.

Things You'll Need

Finished quilt
1- to 2-inch wide satin ribbon
Needle
Thread
Iron
Ironing board
Yardstick
Straight pins
Scissors

Instructions

- 1
  Measure the sides of your quilt, cutting ribbon the same length as the sides of the quilt with 4 inches extra.
- 2
  Place the satin ribbon on top of the edge of the quilt. Put it down so the edge of the quilt is covering half the width of the ribbon. Leave a few inches on the top and bottom. Pin in place on one side.
- 3
  Turn the quilt over and fold the ribbon over the side of the quilt. Use an iron on a low, cotton setting and iron a crease in the ribbon. Pin in place.
- 4
  Use a simple running stitch, either by hand or with a sewing machine, to attach the ribbon to the quilt.
- 5
  Repeat the process on the remaining three sides.
- 6
  Cut a slit down the remainder of the ribbons at the corners where the ribbon is folded. Cut the remainder inward diagonally so that your ribbon ends form a square on each corner. Secure with a simple running stitch.

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