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10-19-2010, 03:10 PM

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almostfree

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Often, flannel patterns call for a 1/2" seam. That might make a difference in size if you use a 1/4" seam on a cotton quilt.

Ok, thank you for your help. I hadn't thought of that!

10-19-2010, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by sewTinker

Often, flannel patterns call for a 1/2" seam. That might make a difference in size if you use a 1/4" seam on a cotton quilt.

That's what I was thinking. Even if it calls for the wider seam, you can either adjust your measurements accordingly or sew the cotton with the 1/2" inch prescribed seam.

It should be fine. Do a test block if you can and see if you like the results.

10-19-2010, 05:17 PM

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I've used cotton fabric in a quilt when the pattern called for flannel with NO problems. As you said there's NO quilt police.

10-19-2010, 05:23 PM

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I mix cotton and flannel all the time. Just be consistent with your seams.

10-19-2010, 05:42 PM

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I can't see a reason you couldn't use cotton.

10-19-2010, 07:07 PM

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Originally Posted by wolfkitty

Can you give us a little more info, like what is the pattern, etc?

Gosh, it was a star kind of pattern that I saw in an "Easy Quilts" magazine. But other than that, I'm not sure what else to call it. It sure was pretty, though! (I'm sure that helps a lot!)

It sounds like it would work fine with 100% cotton. Actually, flannel is all cotton, too, just brushed to make it soft.

10-19-2010, 07:43 PM

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I wouldn't worry about it, use what makes you happy :D:D:D

10-19-2010, 07:48 PM

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I wouldn't worry about it, use what makes you happy :D:D:D

Yeah, what she said!!

10-19-2010, 08:58 PM

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You should do fine with using cotton for the flannel. You have lots of advice already but you might like to put a flannel backing on it to make it warmer!