Need advice on Flannel Rag quilt options
#13
Originally Posted by nursie76
Originally Posted by twistedstitcher
I've used three layers of flannel all cut the same size because I wanted a thicker fringe. It makes a nice warm quilt.
#14
I have done both and the three layers of flannel was super easy to put together since you can just line them up directly, nothing smaller in the center to try to center. I think the ones I have done with batting are a little puffier on the blocks but they do have less fringes
#15
My LQS told me to do it with the three layers of flannel. If you are a little off on the sewing it won't matter because the flannels all get snipped for the seams. No fussing with batting being centered!
I've got all the fabrics.....I'm going to get to that one day....LOL!
I've got all the fabrics.....I'm going to get to that one day....LOL!
#16
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Originally Posted by MamaBear61
I have done both and the three layers of flannel was super easy to put together since you can just line them up directly, nothing smaller in the center to try to center. I think the ones I have done with batting are a little puffier on the blocks but they do have less fringes
did you use 1/2 or 3/4 inch seams.
#17
Originally Posted by redrummy
I did mine with just 2 layers of flannel, just sewed the layers together. I did not X mine, and it was nice. after clipping, it frayed beautifully. The mother ( it was a baby blanket) loves it.
#18
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Batting isn't usually used when making the rag quilts. If you made the block large enough to catch in the seam, it would also show when you started cutting your seams. And would not fray when it was washed.
Good luck and have fun.
Good luck and have fun.
#19
I have made about 15 rag quilts and I use batting in between flannel. I know you can also use homespun with batting also. Haven't tried it yet that is on my list of want to do.
I think it gives it more body.
jazs2
I think it gives it more body.
jazs2
#20
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I like 3 layers of flannel. Nicer fring and I use a solid for the center piece... I cant see using a nice print pick a solid the accents the quilt. And 3 layers is plenty warm. I have done just two layer of the really good flannel and just right for a throw
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