tngal22

Has anyone used the extra wide flannel from A E Nathan? I found some on Fabric.com that I like for my husband military quilt but since I can't touch and feel it, I wanted to ask if anyone has used it before.

If you like it, please let me know as I plan to order it today if possible.

Thanks!

http://www.fabric.com/ProductDetail....9-7bd3e467e7cb

auntpiggylpn

You could call Fabric.com and talk to someone in customer service. They are verrrrrry nice! I've talked to them several times. They will send you a sample also.

http://www.fabric.com/SitePages/Emai...PageID=EmailUs

tngal22

Thanks! I went ahead an ordered it as my LQS does not carry any 108" flannel. I just hope it looks good. I did order a couple more items as well. This is my first order with fabric.com so I hope I like it as I have heard rave reviews.

ckcowl

i've been shopping with fabric.com for 11 years- they are my (go-to) shop when ever i need something- i've used many of their wide backings- including flannels- i like them all- i've never been disappointed with their fabrics. you do want to wash & dry the flannel before using it- flannels are a looser weave & shrink more than other cottons- also it helps (beef) them up- tightens the weave & makes them easier to work with.

tngal22

Thanks! I had plan on washing it first since it is such a big quilt, my biggest thus far. The mini flannel blankets I have made, I haven't pre-washed but they turned out fine.

tngal22

Just wanted to give an update:

I got the grey flannel in today. It has been washed and I am in the middle of basting the quilt!!

The flannel is soft and didn't fuzz up alot when washed. It didn't leave much lint in the dryer either. I was surprised. Now we shall see how it quilts and holds up after another washing.