Originally Posted by quilterella
I turned a quilt top into one after someone gave me a duvet as a gift. I used light flannel on the back and a sleeping bag zipper to close. It worked great and now one of my kids have it, and they love it.
So, do you actually back the piecing or do you just leave it as is? I've made at least 3 duvet covers using coordinating sheets.
I was kind of envisioning 3 layers... the pieced top, the backing for that to increase strength since it would be stitched/quilted without batting, and then the bottom fabric of the cover. Is that right?
The fact that these are holding up to washing is wonderful to hear! I can't stand to make things that aren't used or long lasting. Life is too short for that kind of thing. :-)