@K2-Tog - what a pattern means by “loosely bind-off stitches” may depend in part on the pattern writer. There is a wide variety of experience and expertise… also vastly different knowledge base… even among those who creatively design projects and write up a pattern to share their work with others.
@qfknit Excellent point! I am beginning to notice that everyone seems to develop their techniques and preferences. It’s all tremendously interesting because I find I do the same when it comes to what and how I enjoy knitting.