Is there a reason you can't use 50% cotton and 50% ploy?

found a good bargin on some and was just wondering...

Just preference ;)..

I think you possibly could, but when trying to quilt I think the cotton quilts easier than the blends and also the fabric after washing has a certain appeal to it.

Hmmm, that is a really good question. Just remember to also use a poly/cotton batting, thread etc.... I think you would be happier with results, especially after washing.

Cotton poly blends tend to fray more, I would increase the seam allowances JMHO :D:D:D

i just don't like the feel of polycotton plus it ravels like crazy. you may like it, try it to decide.

Well, that's cool to know....I will give it a try since walmarts has a good bargin on the fabric...

I do it all the time - especially on strip quilts - but I use my serger when I do - keeps the fraying to a minimum

Remember, it's your quilt so do it your way...just watch the fraying as advised above and you shouldn't have any problems.

also, what kind of a quilt are you making -something for the kids, or an heirloom wedding present? Easy pattern or tough? If you are going to put a LOT of time and effort into it, it is worth while to use better fabric.

poly/cotton works ok. However, the % of poly may make the fabric thinner than your cotton. The 80% poly 20% cotton will react differently than all cotton so you have to be careful in pressing as the poly/cotton blend will shrink. I have found if both feel the same and is the same thickness it works ok with care.

A friend of mine, just let me use her serger, so this is cool to know...thanks!

For now just learning, no plans for any quilts quite yet! Till I can make one with out mistakes...LOL

My favorite quilt is one that I practiced on. I worked on a new cutting technique I saw on youtube...on flying geese; pinwheels and some other stuff....I used fleece for the backing - put a real homemade binding on....I curl up on the couch with it every night and sleep with it - I think I like it because I did 3 of everything I was trying and I can see the progress from the practice.