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    Old 05-15-2016, 04:17 PM
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    Thank you for the response. I am going to use a good supply of muslin from now on.
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    Old 05-15-2016, 04:35 PM
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    Thank you tessagin.
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    Old 05-15-2016, 11:17 PM
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    The reason i stopped using muslin years ago for backing or backgrounds in my quilts because I felt it began to look dulled/grayed/dirty after a few washings. It just didn't feel as pretty as i wanted any more.

    Now I am back to bleached or white muslin in limited cases, but I look for a high thread count and make sure it washes well.

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    Old 05-16-2016, 03:59 AM
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    jjs56, That is one spectacular quilt! I realize that is a side comment to the question in the thread. I have never seen a quilt quite like that, but, it is just beautiful. It is very traditional and contemporary all at the same time. But the muslin question. There are lots of different qualities of muslin available for purchase and each has specific uses. Good quality muslin (high thread count) are perfect for using in quilts and for backing. Lesser quality muslin has lots of uses in the sewing areas. I keep a variety of qualities of muslin in my sewing room and use them as needed.
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    Old 05-16-2016, 04:55 AM
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    jjs56, quotation #10, I too, am speechless at the number of squares, all hand quilted. It's gorgeous.
    Regarding Muslim, I love Robert Kaufman muskim, myself. It drapes beautifully and has a nice hand. Good luck!
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    Old 05-16-2016, 05:00 AM
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    Wow, JJS! A magnificent quilt!
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    Old 05-16-2016, 05:03 AM
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    I can buy Moda muslin for $5:00 at my LQS . Better than any thing Joann sells, great thread count. Diane C.
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    Old 05-16-2016, 06:19 AM
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    All I can say is Hog Wash. Those of you that know Ricky Timm's. He hand dyes his fabrics and the fabric he uses is a special muslin. He told us the brand, but I forgot. His hand dyed fabric is wonderful.
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    Old 05-16-2016, 07:01 AM
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    I also use it to practice quilting patterns. Designs show up wonderfully if you use almost any color thread.
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    Old 05-16-2016, 07:40 AM
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    Originally Posted by Peckish
    For what? I wouldn't use it for a wedding gown..... just sayin'.
    Thanks Peggi, for the morning chuckle.
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