Innov8R

There are some tightly woven percales that are hard to work with, but 100% cottons in medium to light weight present absolutely no problems. I love what Popover said and agree wholeheartedly.

GingerK

I made a disappearing hourglass using batik and a gently used bed sheet. It turned out really nice and the long-armer did not seem to have a problem quilting it. I could not notice any large needle holes either. Here's a photo.

lynnie

i have a friend who uses them with no problems. she even has used sheets from Savers and never a problem. she has a Martelli LA.

Boston1954

This is an interesting topic. I was always told not to use sheets, but this could make the no-no rule shake a bit.

pocoellie

I use sheets all the time, either in blocks or as backings.

Faintly Artistic

I'm finishing the binding right now on a twin size hexagon quilt made 100% from vintage sheets. Hand pieced and hand quilted. Will post pics when it is done and washed. LOVE sheets...lots of yardage for little $$.

ctrysass2012

The owner of a quilt shop I used to work at told all the employees NOT to mention sheets for backing. At least in the shop. Kind of defeated the purpose of selling her fabric.