I freq use ugly fabric ( and even more freq, I use the wrong side of the fabric for a more consistant color in case anything light is used on top and a color might show thru..... most of my quilts of this nature have a white backing...) or cotton fabric that is too light weight for a good quilt. Preshrink and away I go!!!
I also keep an eye out for sheets in good condition ( even if they maybe faded, as long as they are not pilling) to use for foundations....(ur long arm quilter may not approve of the use of sheets.... just something to think about!!)
Last edited by bluteddi; 12-13-2011 at 03:45 PM.