Flannel Rag Quilt - Can I use 3 layers of flannel instead of batting?
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I am going to start on my first rag quilt today for one of my nephews. For some reason I had it in my head to use three layers of flannel, using flannel as the middle of the sandwich instead of batting. Workable? Doable? All wrong? Thank you ladies!
Also - am I crazy to make the squares as small as 4 1/2"?
Also - am I crazy to make the squares as small as 4 1/2"?
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That's how I make mine. Only I use 6 1/2 inch squares. I cut all of my pieces the same size. Sometimes the middle will shift a bit or stretch but you can't tell once it's clipped and washed. By keeping the middle piece the same size, it adds a layer of depth to your "rags" - meaning the color of the center square comes out and blends nicely with the other colors. So, make sure it is a complimentary color scheme!
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