beebs

I have seen a few people on here say they use sheets as quilting fabric.

Are there any reasons why you shouldn't?

I have the most fantastic sheet just sitting there - its never been used. Its fantastic quality - but I bought the wrong size. I always had the intention of selling it on ebay - because its designer kids manchester so I'd get a fair price for it. But it would actually be just fabulous in kids quilts. Its 100% cotton.

What do you guys think?

Airwick156

I don't see why you can't use it in the quilt or even for the backing as alot of people do that.

beebs

As backing - what a great idea. I hadn't thought of that!! Thanks!

blueangel

I have used them for backing lots of times.

beebs

blueangel - do you find it is just the same as quilting fabric - or is it a bit 'lighter' if you know what I mean?

QuiltnLady1

I would go with backing -- sheets are denser (more threads per inch) so it might be an issue if you are hand quilting, but you should be OK if you are machine quiltilng.

ckcowl

one of the reasons (traditionalists) say to not use sheets is because of the thread count- sheets tend to have a higher thread count than the fabrics we (normally) use for quilting- and can be a bit more difficult to stitch-
especially if hand piecing or quilting- but more and more people are using them- it is your project- you can use what ever you want- no one even needs to know it was a sheet-
but if you are going to do hand work- be prepared for it to be a little more difficult

Painiacs

Go for it! I dont thunk LA will allow them but if u quilt yourself it doesn't matter!

Lacelady

I have used them a lot too - it's a great deal cheaper.

Nancy S.

I say, Why not. Go for it.