rkcrafter

I'm going to make a rag quilt (to use while watching tv, lap size ) and we live in So. Calif.... I'm also making one out of flannel that I am not putting any batting inside, but I'm wondering if I should for one made out of just 100% cotton fabric.

For some reason, with our mild winters (can you even call it winter in So. Calif).... I think the flannel will be warm enough without batting, but not sure about one made from cotton fabric.

Any one have any thoughts or experience? Thanks

Marcia

I would put a thin lightweight batting in the cotton quilt.

ButtercreamCakeArtist

I guess it depends on where you live and personal preference, but I would put a layer of flannel in between or thin batting. The one in progress that I'm working on has thin batting, but we do get cold winters here in WV.

justme

I made a rag quilt with just flannel... no batting, no backing. Very comfortable for those cooler evenings. I live in MI and it does the job! Good luck with your project and don't forget to post pictures when your done.

pocoellie

If you're by the ocean, you might put a light batting, otherwise, I would just do the 2 pieces of flannel. If you decide cotton, I would definitely put batting. That's my 2 cents worth. Show us pictures, please.

bj

I would probably put a lightweight batting in the cotton. I made one for my son out of homespuns and just put a thin cotton batting in it. They live in the Austin area, and it's just right. He tends to be pretty hot natured, too.

ccbear66

I have made several rag quilts and I use cotton for front and back and flannel for the center. One hint that will save your hands is buy a pair of spring loaded snips. I won't make another one with these they are a real time and hand saver when you get to the part of snipping the seams.

ddrobins1956

I have made lots of rag quilts. I've made some with all flannel and some all cotton. I use inexpensive unbleached muslin in the center of the cotton squares. Works great for me. I have one that I take in the car with me for road trips. Just right for keeping the air conditioning off my knees/.

quikquilt

I made a rag quilt using old blue jeans and flannels and use plain flannels as batting. I cut 9" square of blue jean material and plaids for the back then I cut a 8" square of plain flannels for the batting. Sandwiched the 3 layers together then machine quilt them then sew all the squares together. I may not explaining this too good. Please let me know if you have any questions. It was real fun and easy to made plus I used up some old jeans and fannels. I like that idea.

~ Quik