Originally Posted by BellaBoo
I buy backing fabric when it's on clearance. I buy at least 7 yards. jWhen Connecting Threads has fabric marked down to less the $3 a yard and that's what I buy for backings. I don't try and matchy matchy my backing to the front but get a good co ordinating color or print. Backing is one of the biggest expenses of the quilt and I don't like to spend big $ for it but want quality stuff.
7 yards for what size? is that with piecing it?
i use over 9 yards for a queen when i make 3 strips. my quilts are about 95 - 98". i would guess it's the same for a king, yes? i use over 3 yards for that same size when i get 108" from joann for $4.99 with coupon. you're right: it's one of the most expensive parts of the quilt.
is everyone using the same amount? what about another way that saves fabric? anything?