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nursie76 12-10-2010 02:42 PM

Like some of the others have commented, I usually use insulbrite. I did use flannel on some dresser scarves for my sons bedroom and they turned out nicely too.

OzarksGma 12-10-2010 02:53 PM


Originally Posted by May in Jersey
I always did but recently found a few patterns that don't. Store bought ones don't have batting so I'm thinking I could skip that step. What do you do? May in Jersey

I use Thermore batting, it gives substance and quilts up nicely, but does not give uneven bumps in the table runners or table mats, just fills out the quilting designs. It is about the same thickness as a piece of fabric, but quilts up nicer. It also adheres to the fabric so stays in place when quilting.

lor6209 12-10-2010 04:28 PM

Hi Michigan love the Novi Show too Never miss it. It's Mom and Daughters week end. Lorie from Muskegon

lasews 12-10-2010 04:33 PM


Originally Posted by grma33
After buying a runner kit at Novi and inside was iron interfacing I now use this and love it.
Gale

i love this runner!! So cute!

lasews 12-10-2010 04:36 PM

I use Warm & Natural in my runners & placemats. i feel much better putting a hot cup of coffee on them or something similar. Plus, I try lots of free motion on my items, so I really like batting. I sell them too & haven't had any complaints w/washing or drying.

jitkaau 12-10-2010 04:43 PM

Yes, I think they act like a table protector that way, without looking tacky.

wraez 12-10-2010 04:44 PM

I was wondering if anyone uses Peltex (the kind used for the center of fabric postcards) for their table runners or even place mats?

warm quilt hugs, sue in CA

IBQUILTIN 12-10-2010 07:07 PM

I will use flannel, or even a very thin fleece, so things sit flat when placed on the topper

yellowsnow55 12-10-2010 08:13 PM


Originally Posted by judylg
The last one I sewed up I used white flannel, it gives the piece some substance and yet it does not feel as heavy as a quilt. I like it, too.

I do this too, also great in baby quilts for warmer climates

SandyinZ4 12-10-2010 08:58 PM


Originally Posted by Jeannette in NJ
Glad to hear so many of you use flannel, I do also. Was able to buy 10 yards of white at Joanne's on Black Friday. Hope that is enough for this year as I took the NO FABRIC pledge,

Jeannette in NJ, USA

Aaargh! The No Fabric pledge. After checking my stash, methinks I need to sign on, too and make up what I have. I probably could stay busy all year!


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