Will it work for me to back a large quilt with flannel if the top is all pieced cotton?
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use flannel for backing?
Will it work for me to back a large quilt with flannel if the top is all pieced cotton?
Should work fine. I do it all the time, especially on quilts for kids. I would advise prewashing, for sue, because flannel shrinks a lot.
Cathy
I do it all the time. Just remember, it will make it heavier.
I love using flannel as a backing.. It shrinks an aweful lot..
Thank you!
yes indeed!
If a woman's work is never done....why start?
I use flannel whenever I can for baby quilts..it is so much softer!! I even bring the back around to the front to create the binding and they have all worked out well
I haven't used flannel for the backing --- yet. From what I know about flannel, you may want to wash it a couple of times in warm water and dry it in the dryer. More than likely if you give it to someone they will do that.
Another Phyllis
This life is the only one you get - enjoy it before you lose it.
I am so glad that you asked this - I was wondering the same today for a couple of kid's quilts I just pieced. Saw some really cute flannels at Hobby Lobby. I usually don't pre-wash but thought if I didn't with the flannel that the shrinkage could be more than I like. Good to hear these "endorsements."
It makes for a warm and cozy quilt for sure.
Sewbeadit
Montesano, Washington
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