Thread: Does anyone use plain muslin for backing?

Hi quilters,

I'm wondering if anyone uses plain muslin for quilt backing. With the price of fabric going up, I'm looking for less expensive backings.

Thanks,
ava

I have several times, as long as it's not the really thin muslin.

I use muslin all the time. It makes the back of my quilt look like a wholecloth.

Janet

Use it all the time.

i quilt for other's alot- many of them use muslin for their backs.,...i do not- i prefer a print or fabric that (goes with) the quilt over plain/solids. also, when using a solid- muslin or not-
every stitch will show- when using a printed fabric the stitches on the back do not detract

I love the look of muslin. The only reason I don't use it is because the stitching shows more and my quilting is not the best. If I ever get good at it, I'll use muslin.

I used muslin on my first quilts but changed over. As much time as I spend making the quilt I wanted a pretty back as well. Large scraps blending with the front fabrics probably is my favorite and...I already have them..

I have used muslin on a few quilts I've done, if I can get printed fabric that goes with the top for less, then I use that.

Use good quality muslin for about 90% of my quilt backs.

Originally Posted by ranger

Use good quality muslin for about 90% of my quilt backs.

me too. I like the classic look of it. The practice of using prints on the back is relatively new within the past 10 years or so.

Using muslin on the back is a great way to make your stash last longer.