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Old 09-24-2014, 01:37 PM
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I really thought all the materials set aside for the latest quilt were good quality and "beefy". However, now that I am done with the blocks I see some are actually rather thin. Maybe it just seems that way in comparison to the strips of Moda and like included, which are deliciously dense without being uphostery fabric. They just seem wimpy to me and can't imagine the quilt being a long-laster as we wash ours frequently. Would fusible innerfacing extend the life of the fabric? Would it be suggested I do only the thinner blocks or all? Or not at all? Is there a particular type of batting that would be more appropriate for thinner material? Any ideas are welcome.
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Old 09-24-2014, 01:47 PM
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Thanks for asking this question as I have often wondered the same thing. I will be watching this post to see what is said. BrendaK
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I would just leave it ...when quilted the thin fabrics don't look so bad...it happened to me...
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Old 09-24-2014, 01:54 PM
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I use fusible sometimes when the seam allowance is just a little skimpy (being scraps that are donated). Even the featherweight fusible is added thickness. I would just quilt it and be a little more careful with the wear and tear on that quilt.
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Old 09-24-2014, 02:11 PM
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While we are on the subject of thickness. So, we buy cotton broadcloth, right? But we know all is not equal. Why is fabric not identified like sheets are, as in 200 count, 400 count, etc.,? Sure would be handy.
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Fusible interfacing is always an option on thinner fabrics for adding stability and strength. It will help your quilt hold up to wear & tear/ use
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Old 09-24-2014, 02:30 PM
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Originally Posted by yobrosew View Post
While we are on the subject of thickness. So, we buy cotton broadcloth, right? But we know all is not equal. Why is fabric not identified like sheets are, as in 200 count, 400 count, etc.,? Sure would be handy.
I have always though the same thing. Especially when I'm making pillowcases. It' sometimes hard to tell what will be really soft after being washed.
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Originally Posted by sewelegant View Post
I have always though the same thing. Especially when I'm making pillowcases. It' sometimes hard to tell what will be really soft after being washed.
Yes!!! I have often wondered if there is some sort of code in the numbers that indicate such....
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use some light weight fusible interfacing that is permanent and used in clothing. It will hold them together well and it's not stiff or thick.
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Originally Posted by nativetexan View Post
use some light weight fusible interfacing that is permanent and used in clothing. It will hold them together well and it's not stiff or thick.
I would do this too.
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