Originally Posted by Up North
I hand quilt and use the 200 count main stay sheets from Walmart. These are not hard to hand quilt through and I have not seen any holes. I have sheets from over 30 years ago that are still in decent shape so I think fabric is fabric If it works use it. I like solid backs and love using them as they are all one piece and you can get them big enough for king size quilts.
I too hand quilted on "sheet" backed quilts. I found it to be no worse than any other material. I think you should try it, and if you like it, continue. I have used several types of material, and if I want an all one piece back, I generally use a sheet.