I made a denim quilt and they get very heavy. It was machine quilted on my sewing machine which was hard to do becuase of the weight and I only did a twin size quilt. A quilt as you go method or a rag quilt quilt would be cute and they are not tied. I would not line the quilt, a flannel backing would be nice. I would use a lighter fabric to print on, it would be easier to see the picture. Your LQS or JoAnn's may have a photo copy kit you can use.