Homespun Fabrics
#11
Originally Posted by ckcowl
homespuns are a looser weave than the cottons you are used to using- they are wonderful to work with and pair very nicely with flannels...it is necessary to pre-wash them because they will shrink (alot) even more than flannels-because of the looser weave.
they make wonderful masculine looking quilts
they make wonderful masculine looking quilts
#12
Originally Posted by TonnieLoree
I love using homespun in Log Cabin quilts. Wash and dry before you use it. I hardly ever say this, but it is mandatory. I'll post a picture below.
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I do recommend prewashing/drying as the shrinkage can be significantly more than regular quilting fabrics. Just a note .. because of the loose weave its really a good idea to zig/zag the raw edge before prewashing... or the raveling in the wash can be ..... alot!
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Homespun second wash
I know this is an old thread but I have a question. I just made a quilt out of homespun fabric for my son. I Did prewash, dry and starch prior to making the quilt. Usually after I make a quilt I like to wash it and put downy in it to make it smell awesome.
Will this homespun quilt continue to shrink when I wash it a second time? It shrunk quite a bit during the prewash.. Just wondering what happens on the second wash.
I double stitched the binding raw edges with seams about 1/8" together and also the quilt edge prior to attaching the binding. Then I hand stitched the binding on. For the ravel factor.
Will this homespun quilt continue to shrink when I wash it a second time? It shrunk quite a bit during the prewash.. Just wondering what happens on the second wash.
I double stitched the binding raw edges with seams about 1/8" together and also the quilt edge prior to attaching the binding. Then I hand stitched the binding on. For the ravel factor.
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I've used homespun multiple times with no problems. I'm often/usually, however, stitching it to a regularly woven cotton.
One of my projects has been in use and being washed for about 5 years, still looks good. (Is at my son/DiL's so I get to see it.)
As in the other advice, it does tend to be looser woven with thicker threads, but once washed and dried (on hot) I let them mix and match with my other scraps.
One of my projects has been in use and being washed for about 5 years, still looks good. (Is at my son/DiL's so I get to see it.)
As in the other advice, it does tend to be looser woven with thicker threads, but once washed and dried (on hot) I let them mix and match with my other scraps.
#18
I used homespun on a grass quilt for my first grandson 18 years ago. I wanted it to be tossed on the ground for him to crawl on so I had homespun on both sides of a rag quilt which I double batted. It has been used a lot, washed a lot and is still in use when my daughter- in -law watches the kids games.
#20
Personally I would NOT use it with small size piecing. I use a smaller stitch and good quality thread. I think its a fabric that starching before cutting is a big plus. I've used it in 6" HST blocks and pressing seams to one side is best.
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