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How much do I dislike make quilt backs?

Old 06-03-2014, 06:04 PM
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I hate piecing backings AND making/sewing on borders.
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Old 06-03-2014, 07:23 PM
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Shoot honey, go to Backsidefabrics.com They are absolutely fantastic--price, service and they will even send you samples. No I am not associated with the company in any way--just a very satisfied customer. I will never again sew together 40 something wide strips to make a queen (or larger) quilt back.
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Old 06-03-2014, 07:39 PM
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Have you seen any of the beautiful wide backs that are batiks? Some really gorgeous ones!
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Old 06-03-2014, 07:39 PM
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sure they're boring but quilt backings are such an easy way to destash efficiently!
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Old 06-03-2014, 07:40 PM
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when would you like to come help me clean my sewing room????
I told the cleaniing lady she didn't have to go in there, wish she would.

isn't pcing a backing a bear of a job?
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Old 06-04-2014, 02:32 AM
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Originally Posted by carolaug View Post
Just sew a Ten inch square row together and add your large pieces to it. sew into a tube/cut...then your done.
I've never made a backing Would you explain your process about the tube/cut? thank you
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Old 06-04-2014, 02:54 AM
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When ever I get a coupon at Joann's that I don't need for something else I purchase enough backing fabric for a quilt. Even if I don't use it as a backing it's a great way to get lots of yardage at the best price. As a hand quilter I hate having to quilt through yet another seam. It also provides me with borders that don't need piecing to get the needed length.
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Old 06-04-2014, 04:53 AM
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Get on the 15 freeway and come north about 20 miles to my place. I have at least 3 charity tops that need the backings sewn. I can't afford the wide backing so I am always forced to piece my backing using leftovers from the quilt top. I use to enjoy the challenge but my mind is NOT as sharp as it once was. Just haven't been in the mood to tackle the backings. So you are NOT alone !!
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Old 06-04-2014, 04:57 AM
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Fabric.com often has some great batik wide backings.

I don't mind doing backings too much. I don't like the basting step. I used to hate/fear binding but I'm getting over it, now I just don't like the hassle of trying to get a decent sandwich built!
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Old 06-04-2014, 05:12 AM
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Don't get on the floor to measure long pieces......fold in half and x2 or 4 or how many folds you make.......
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