Cotton Muslin

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05-04-2010, 03:10 PM

CarolinePaj

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Hi All,

Can you help!

Is the bleached cotton muslin from Fabric.com thick enough to be used as a backing fabric.... or a whole quilt top?

Over in the UK Muslin is a fery fine sheer fabric and I wondered if this is the same.

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Caroline

05-04-2010, 03:42 PM

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Muslin here does not have a sheen, it is the same or a little heavier than most quilting cotton. I use it for backings and am very happy with it.

05-05-2010, 04:09 AM

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I use it for backing too, but I buy a better quality one. I just go to JoAnnes here, and they have several types. The really cheap stuff is so see through, it wouldnt wear well, but the more expensive stuff works great!

05-05-2010, 05:35 AM

CarolinePaj

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Hi Guys,

What brand of muslin should I go for...... I want something the same thickness and weight as quilting fabric....!!!!

Help Please!!!!

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Caroline

05-05-2010, 05:44 AM

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fabric.com also has a very good muslin in 110" wide so you don't even have to piece your back...it is very good.

05-05-2010, 06:00 AM

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You should know that when you order American muslin, is will be a natural or white color only. Just thought you would like to know.

05-05-2010, 03:19 PM

CarolinePaj

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Thanks Guys,

I just love this site.... I am learning so much!

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Caroline

05-05-2010, 04:16 PM

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The heavier muslin at Joann's is by brand Kona and if you wash before quilting it winkles & is hard to press,also hard to hand quilt . I like Moda Muslin the best,you can buy online at Hancocks of Paducah.
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05-06-2010, 03:29 AM

CarolinePaj

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Oh Guys,

I am beginning to feel that I couldn't live without you all - LOL LOL LOL.

Thanks for the tips... I really am marking them all down!

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Caroline