Big Stitch Binding is my new favorite thing! The best part is that there are only a few supplies needed to get started! From there, use your favorite embroidery stitches or a simple running stitch to add this loving detail to your quilt bindings.
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Supplies for Big Stitch Quilt Binding
Perle Cotton Thread
After experimenting with several brands, I’ve found Valdani thread to be my absolute favorite to work with. It’s hand-dyed, 100% Egyptian cotton, and colorfast – meaning it won’t lose it’s glory when it runs through the wash. Best of all they come in many incredible colors, but my favorite has to be the Variegated threads.
It’s important to know that there are different weights of Perle Cotton, I prefer #8, but try out different weights for different looks!
Needles for Big Stitch
They key to a needle for Big Stitch Binding is a large eye and a sharp point! My favorites are sometimes referred to as a Meriner’s Needle. Check them out!
Best Scissors for Big Stitch
I absolutely adore these scissors for lots of things, but they are nice and skinny to keep with your hand sewing stash.
Best Big Stitch Organizer
I might be a bit biased, but I just LOVE getting out my Thready to Go caddy when it’s time to get stitching!
It has a space for everything listed in this post: Skinny scissors, needles, and threads. It fits into whatever bag I’m holding my project in and brings a smile to my face every time I open it up.
Grab a few scraps of your favorite fabric, that treasured button that you’ve been saving for the *perfect* project, and whip one up for yourself today!
What’s Next?
Now it’s up to you to find a favorite stitch and to make that binding your own! I’m working on some really great resources (stay tuned!) but for now, I can turn you to this great Embroidery Pocket Guide that I have had for YEARS! It is a great place to start with super simple stitches.
My Little Book of Big Stitch Binding is a teeny tiny pocket guide that will teach you everything you need to know about Big Stitch Binding! It’s got everything you need to know about tools, techniques, and 8 great stitches to get you started.
Each stitch guide includes:
- Video tutorial
- Written Instructions
- Picture diagram
- Inspiring Photo
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