Quiltingboard Forums
Page 2 of 3
1
2
3
Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page

Quiltingboard Forums (https://www.quiltingboard.com/)
-   Main (https://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1/)
-   -   If the pattern says use flannel....... (https://www.quiltingboard.com/main-f1/if-pattern-says-use-flannel-t71114.html)

almostfree 10-19-2010 03:10 PM
Originally Posted by sewTinker
Often, flannel patterns call for a 1/2" seam. That might make a difference in size if you use a 1/4" seam on a cotton quilt.
Ok, thank you for your help. I hadn't thought of that!

oatw13 10-19-2010 04:22 PM
Originally Posted by sewTinker
Often, flannel patterns call for a 1/2" seam. That might make a difference in size if you use a 1/4" seam on a cotton quilt.
That's what I was thinking. Even if it calls for the wider seam, you can either adjust your measurements accordingly or sew the cotton with the 1/2" inch prescribed seam.

It should be fine. Do a test block if you can and see if you like the results.

dkabasketlady 10-19-2010 05:17 PM
I've used cotton fabric in a quilt when the pattern called for flannel with NO problems. As you said there's NO quilt police.

Annaleehunter 10-19-2010 05:23 PM
I mix cotton and flannel all the time. Just be consistent with your seams.

littlehud 10-19-2010 05:42 PM
I can't see a reason you couldn't use cotton.

wolfkitty 10-19-2010 07:07 PM
Originally Posted by almostfree
Originally Posted by wolfkitty
Can you give us a little more info, like what is the pattern, etc?
Gosh, it was a star kind of pattern that I saw in an "Easy Quilts" magazine. But other than that, I'm not sure what else to call it. It sure was pretty, though! (I'm sure that helps a lot!)
It sounds like it would work fine with 100% cotton. Actually, flannel is all cotton, too, just brushed to make it soft.

amma 10-19-2010 07:43 PM
I wouldn't worry about it, use what makes you happy :D:D:D

wolfkitty 10-19-2010 07:48 PM
Originally Posted by amma
I wouldn't worry about it, use what makes you happy :D:D:D
Yeah, what she said!!

Kitsapquilter 10-19-2010 08:58 PM
You should do fine with using cotton for the flannel. You have lots of advice already but you might like to put a flannel backing on it to make it warmer!

mygirl66 10-20-2010 03:45 AM
I have used other fabric other than what the pattern calls for without a problem. Good luck & post pics!


All times are GMT -8. The time now is 12:22 PM.
Page 2 of 3
1
2
3
Show 40 post(s) from this thread on one page