Need advice on Flannel Rag quilt options
#21
Originally Posted by jazs2
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.
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Originally Posted by nursie76
I understand how to make the neat rag quilts, but I am undecided whether to make with 3 layers of flannel, or 2 layers of flannel with a square of batting in between. Any advice or input would be appreciated. I think it would be easier to cut all the flannel squares the same size than trying to cut the batting smaller so it would fit within the side stitching area. Maybe I am just being lazy. :roll:
The second photo I used 3 layers of flannel, which is still very warm, but not as 'heavy' for a toddler to sleep under. The 3 layers of flannel ragged a little nicer, but I don't think the one with batting was too bad.
#26
I have made rag quilts both ways. My favorite way is to use flannel as the batting. I made raq quilts from cotton and used flannel for batting and it turned out very nicely. Gave the fringe a fluffier look than only cotton would have.
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Still haven't gotten around to making one of these yet, but I would really like to put one together for my eldest DD for Christmas. She has dropped a hint or two that makes me think she wants one. Thanks for all the advice. I just need to finish a few things first and then I do think I will start one.
Have a great day!
Have a great day!
#28
Lady T - I really like the edges of your second rag quilt - I've never seen that done before. Love the pinks & greens together too.
I'm curious if anyone else does not sew the X - would sure save time. And if no X what size block?
I'm curious if anyone else does not sew the X - would sure save time. And if no X what size block?
#29
Originally Posted by annmarie
Lady T - I really like the edges of your second rag quilt - I've never seen that done before. Love the pinks & greens together too.
I'm curious if anyone else does not sew the X - would sure save time. And if no X what size block?
I'm curious if anyone else does not sew the X - would sure save time. And if no X what size block?
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I made one with two layers of flannel with one layer of batting and it was too heavy. Since then I've made quite a few with just the two layers of flannel.
Most I sewed with an "X" but one one I played with and did different designs in each block. I made houses, flowers, names, trees, and all kinds of fun stuff.
Most I sewed with an "X" but one one I played with and did different designs in each block. I made houses, flowers, names, trees, and all kinds of fun stuff.
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