Way back before I knew half of what I know now (and I have a lot to learn yet) I sewed strings to muslin, and made up my own " quilt as you go" by using sashing in between my blocks. I didn't back or put batting in it. It isn't too heavy, and if I ever finish it (has anyone found the fountain of youth?? I think if I live to be 200 there will still be quite a pile of PIGS and UFOs in my studio) it will be one to drag around to the park etc.