Originally Posted by
ckcowl
I almost always purchase a wide back there is such a great variety available now. Fabric.com has a huge selection, so does backside fabrics. That being said, often I choose something that will compliment the top. Something that will look good with the binding I plan to use and I take into consideration what thread color I plan to quilt with. Very seldom do I use a solid, once in a while, even white I tend to choose a white on white print of some sort that is complimentary to the top.
I consider the back the same way ckcowl does, however, I usually buy regular width fabric. I like decorative backs, so I usually add either a few strips of other colors or some piecework. I also rarely use solids on the back except for wall hangings or tree skirts.
Marshall Dry Goods, Thousands of Bolts are also great sources for wide backs if you are interested in going that way.