Thin fabric
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Thin fabric
I have a couple of pieces of fabric that have nice prints, but are much thinner than regular quilting fabric. Is there a way to use interfacing to get them up to weight, or should I just get rid of them so I'm not tempted to try to use them?
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Can you make a test block and turn that into a mini quilt, complete with binding and batting and throw it in the wash to see how it holds up. I know it may not be worth the effort but it might help with your decision.
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They are nothing special. I experimented making magic hst's with them, and even starched to death, they were an unmanageable mess. Stretched and got wavy along the bias seams. So, interfacing for sure if I ever use them. They are not particularly loosely woven, just really flimsy. Thanks for the advice, all!
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A lightweight fusible interfacing will take care of the problem. I’ve needed to use interfacing many times in quilting projects. They turn out fine and the fabrics hold up well. I ( generally) use a Pelion, lightweight non-woven fusible interfacing. I purchase it by the bolt.
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