Preparing the backing fabric should be easy, but...
#24
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Depending on whether or not the back is already cut to length, there are several things I would do. If it is already cut, one would be to pick out the seam, use the cut off fabric to make a strip for the middle, but somewhere along this strip, add a block (or two or three) that matches the front (or not. Maybe you have an orphan block that would work). That way it would look planned.
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This is an interesting thread because of such varied experiences. I especially enjoy Jan's diagrams. I have made backs in many ways both lengthwise and horizontally. I have used wide backing and I have used 44" fabric. I use graph paper to draw it out sometimes. I really like to use 'left overs' from the front to 'enhance' the back. Therefore, I incorporate left over blocks (or I make extra blocks) or strips made from the scraps to use. Sometimes, I add them in a precise manner and sometimes I cut the backing and add the strips randomly. I enjoy the comments of recipients about the backs. This creates conversation but it also cuts down on growing baskets of scraps.
#26
This is an interesting thread because of such varied experiences. I especially enjoy Jan's diagrams. I have made backs in many ways both lengthwise and horizontally. I have used wide backing and I have used 44" fabric. I use graph paper to draw it out sometimes. I really like to use 'left overs' from the front to 'enhance' the back. Therefore, I incorporate left over blocks (or I make extra blocks) or strips made from the scraps to use. Sometimes, I add them in a precise manner and sometimes I cut the backing and add the strips randomly. I enjoy the comments of recipients about the backs. This creates conversation but it also cuts down on growing baskets of scraps.
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If I don't buy wide backing fabric, I usually have the shop cut my backing fabric in 3 yard increments. That way I don't have to try to measure it myself. I also buy 9-1/8 yard. The first cut is 3-1/8 yard so I can square it up. I really don't like having to measure 3 yards on my cutting table.
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