Originally Posted by
AllTheLovely
Sue1765 - Your quilt is gorgeous! Love the hot air balloons and boy theme (I have 2 little boys)! Question for you - what is osnaburg?
I know I don't need the 'x' if all of my pieces are the same size, but I love the 'quilted' look it gives... and I'm using 8" squares to begin, so that added texture the 'x' gives is so appealing to me.
Thank you! From the dictionary "osnaburg: n. A heavy, coarse cotton fabric, used for grain sacks, upholstery, and draperies." I got mine at Joann's and it wasn't heavy. It was suggested to me for the middle of a rag quilt because it frays easily, especially when using cotton, which doesn't fray as much. It turned out great.
i didn't know until reading this post, that you didn't need the x if all pieces are the same. That is what is so great about this board. All these wonderful people are such a wealth of knowledge and so willing to help.