iron quick goes on last.. so you have three layers that you are putting together.. then I use Bias Tape Extra Wide Double Fold in any color to go with the design .. I start at the corner on the back side and go around..making square corners same as in quilting.. turn over to the right side and repeat all around .. when I get to the top where the pot holder will hang I tuck the loop in the side and top stitch it down .. neat holder with no open ends of bias tape..