Old 09-09-2011, 02:08 PM
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Ellen 1
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Originally Posted by karensue
Hello

Over time I have bought some better quality flannel from quilt shop, when on sale, and the lighter weight flannel at JoAnn's (of course when on sale).

I have only made one rag quilt - which I loved, but decided Not to give it to DIL because of all the lint you get when you wash it.
Fine for me because I always clean out the dryer vent - she does not. So decided this was not a good type of quilt for her.

Now I don't know what to do with the flannel I still have.
Can you make a quilt with this fabric ?
And if so, is there a better type of block that should be used ?

Thank you for your help and suggestions.
Karen
Yes, flannel makes beautiful quilts, plus they are very warm. Just remember to make your seam allowance 1/2" (not 1/4") because the flannel frays more than regular cotton. You don't want your seams coming out the first time it gets washed. Ellen
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