Do any of you use it for backing? I would like a lower cost alternative for my backing but wondered about the quality of muslin. Obviously, I know it wouldn't be as good quality as "regular" quilting fabric. Just wondering if it "will do".

I've used muslin before as backing. Just wash it first, the stuff shrinks like crazy. You also might want to iron it before it gets totally dry as it wrinkles too!

I've used it a couple of times. I think the main thing is to get the better quality muslin. Some of it is pretty thin.

the best quality muslin I have found is Rangefinder

I've used muslin several times on quilts.

I only use muslin for backing. I use a 100% permanent press cotton 108" wide from ...........get ready..........Walmart. It never shrinks and washes beautifully each time. If it can survive my grandchildren......it's good stuff........LOL :lol:

Moda now makes muslin in 45", 90", 108" and 110" widths, natural, white and printed, and regular and premium grade (200 thread count). It's really quite nice.

For years I've also used the 108" wide, permanemt press, 100% cotton from Walmart and have not had one complaint about it. I agree, it washes great. Try it gal, you might like it!!!

My aunt uses only muslin for her backing.

I simply use the basic sheets from Walmart so far no balling they are permenent press and I had no trouble hand quilting them. They are one piece , cheap and the fabric is 200 count.