I use sheets as backing and they work great! I only use 100% cotton because I don't like the feel of poly-cotton. I wash them in hot water then put them in the dryer to prevent shrinking and to remove the sizing.
I'm picky-ish about the colour, I like it to look nice against the top when it's folded back.
Just keep in mind that the higher the thread count, the more difficult it can be to quilt through.
The quilt police can go kick rocks barefoot. This is a damn expensive hobby already - I'm not about to drop tons of money on backing! I'm not a show quilter nor am I making heirloom quilts so I'm happy with my sheets. Those who INSIST that sheets are going to ruin a quilt obviously have a ton of financial privilege.
Last edited by magicmoonmusings; 03-04-2026 at 10:02 PM.