backing question
04-02-2011, 05:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Prism99
The traditional method is to use two lengths (fabric the length of the quilt). Split one in half lengthwise, then sew a half to each side of the uncut length. This results in the back having two seams. Traditionally a single seam down the middle has been avoided.
The Flynn method shows how to achieve a similar result with less than 2 lengths of fabric (saves on fabric cost). To be honest, I just can't seem to stay with his explanation long enough to actually use it.
The Flynn method shows how to achieve a similar result with less than 2 lengths of fabric (saves on fabric cost). To be honest, I just can't seem to stay with his explanation long enough to actually use it.
04-02-2011, 05:44 AM
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Depending on the size of the quilt- I do my seam across instead of up and down. Buy fabric 2 times the width of the quilt top adding extra fabric for quilting. This methods works if quilt length is shorter than width of fabric 44 +44 =90 ". It ly saves at least 1 yd of fabric. Seam should off center little.
04-02-2011, 06:57 AM
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I was taught to make horizontal seams also. Recently for my nephew's quilt I made too many blocks that I was alternating with fussy cut wild animals. I used these down one side of the backing. Then I cut wedding print fabric for the bottom corner block and centered the label on the wedding fabric. I thought it turned out really neat.
04-02-2011, 07:12 AM
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I have pieced the back of a quilt also. Use the width of your backing fabric right down the middle of your quilt vertically. Use leftover fabric from the front to sew large blocks together to make up the difference on either side of the strip down the middle. Let's say your quilt is 60" wide and your center piece has 42" of usable fabric (cut those selvedges off). You need at least 9" on either side to make up the difference. Sew blocks together to make up the 9" and sew one on each side of the center. My first thought was that I was being stingy not buying two lengths of fabric for the back, but after it was all done, it turned out great.
04-02-2011, 02:57 PM
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Originally Posted by sueisallaboutquilts
Hi Mona! I don't know John Flynn's method but another idea is to make the backing from several fabrics. It's fun and you end up with another design!! :D:D
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