The method I use to close the edges on my self-binding is to hand stitch them closed using a blind stitch.Because I fold each side over individually, I end up with two rather loose edges that would unfold if left alone.
I suppose you could machine stitch the opening shut, however I think in order to totally secure it, you would need to do a zigzag stitch, which might detract from the back corners, the front corners, or maybe both.
On the other hand, if this is a baby quilt that will be used quite a bit, it might not be a problem.
Happy Quilting!
Penny Halgren
www.TheQuiltingCoach.com
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