I bought a bolt of cheap muslim it was so thin so not good for a quilt, I used that instead of paper...no ripping, I saw no difference in thinkness and it was very easy. You can also use old linings from curtains or old thin cotton shirts that you were going to donate.
Originally Posted by
Snooze2978
I've done a couple of string quilts using muslin for the foundation and haven't found it to be a problem when I add my borders which are usually a solid one layer. Never noticed there being a difference in thickness though I know there is. Once it gets sandwiched together and quilted you might not notice the difference as much as you think.