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Old 08-24-2008, 03:56 PM
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I have a 9 block top with a doggie theme. I am thinking I would like to start quilting it. But I am not sure what to put for a backing. I have a wonderful doggie fabric, but it is flannel. Will this go with a regular cotton top?

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Old 08-24-2008, 04:00 PM
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yes i have used flannel for a backing before
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Old 08-24-2008, 04:01 PM
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Sure Boston, its your quilt and it would be nice to have a comfy flannel side and a cotton side. I'm still pretty much a newbie though and wouldn't know about if they would shrink up at the same rate. I guess if you pre washed everything it would be ok?? There are certainly ladies on here that know...they'll tell you. Oh...wheres the pic of this top?? :D
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Old 08-24-2008, 04:02 PM
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I see no problem using flannel for the back.
If YOU like it, that's all that counts!!
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Old 08-24-2008, 04:06 PM
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Here is the pic. I had sent it before, but I can't remember what the subject line was.

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Old 08-24-2008, 04:48 PM
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very nice i forgot to mention until i saw sandpats reply make sure you wash the flannel first because it does shrink up
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Someone said a couple of weeks ago you should wash flannel at least twice and dry in dryer.
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Old 08-24-2008, 05:17 PM
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Very pretty. I think flannel would be excellent on the back, but do be sure to wash it first!!
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Old 08-24-2008, 05:52 PM
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Very cute, love the dog fabric!
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Old 08-24-2008, 06:10 PM
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Nice! You did a wonderful job.
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