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I also tend to be fussy about my backing. I match it to the fabrics in the front. I put so much work into them I'm particular that they're "just right" in my eyes. I do piece them on occasion, but if the fabric matches the front, that's fine. I but LQS quality fabric yardage on sale just for the backing in mind.
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Originally Posted by watterstide
i don't worry about them either, i try to use left over pieces from the front into the back..mixed with white muslin, or whatever i have on had.
i do use matching fabric for the backs of babys quilts.. i can't afford to use the wide backs or regular fabric to use on the backs..some take 5 or 6 yards..too much money. muslin works just fine.. Ditto for me! |
Originally Posted by Cathie_R
I use a wide width muslin on the back. I hand quilt and find my stitches show much better on a plain muslin back. I don't care for the printed fabric on the back because the quilting pattern and stitches get lost.
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The things I panic about are not whether a quilt has a solid backing or different fabrics :D
Noooo, I save my panic for other things lololol Since joining this board I've begun to think more about using up what I have rather than constant buying, which I did for quite a few years. The economy has hit us like lots of others and I'm kinda frugal by nature (except when it comes to fabric hahaha) I'm currently backing a basket quilt I made with several different fabrics in my stash and feel good about it. :D If I use coordinating fabrics(which I am) it can be reversible too! |
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I use this method of making quilt backing. It's easy to piece any part of this method and it looks professional.
How to make a piece backing [ATTACH=CONFIG]75705[/ATTACH] |
BellaBoo, I like that!! Thanks for sharing :D
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Originally Posted by BellaBoo
I use this method of making quilt backing. It's easy to piece any part of this method and it looks professional.
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I almost always use wide muslin for the back of my quilts. It wears well, is inexpensive and goes with anything. About the only exception is a baby quilt. Then I coordinate the fabric.
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I really prefer to piece my backs. If it is an applique I will add an applique to the back, just something left over from cutting or piecing. Sometimes I just use large leftover pieces from the front to make really large patches.
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It's like everything else in life - there is no right or wrong thing. Do whatever suits you and try not to run other people down for how and what they do. It,s as personal as the pattern choice for the front.
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