Question about flannel backing
 

I have a cotton crib panel to which I plan to add borders. I am concerned about FMQ w/flannel as backing. Who has experience w/same? Will it stretch? Should I plan to starch it to help hold it in place and then wash before giving as a gift? I have already washed both the panel and the flannel to get rid of shrinkage and the flannel is super soft. I won't be FMQ for several days and would really like some feedback before I get started.

This quilt will be for a special baby and I want the quilt to be as special. Thanks.

While I'm not experienced enough to offer my opinion, I would be interested in seeing your finished product. :)

I often put flannel backs on my quilts even my King sized ones as this is what my family likes. I haven't had much trouble quilting flannel. I pin it well but do not spray baste. Some flannel does stretch more than others but if you have already washed it, you should be fine. I frequently use flannel sheets for my backing and they haven't given me difficulty either. I just need to make sure that the backing is well pinned and wrinkle free before beginning.

Starch and spray basting can be your best friend for this quilt.

I back my quilts in flannel all of the time. I FMQ, spray baste them too & have never used starch. I love a cozy quilt backed in flannel!

I have not FMQ with flannel backing but have used Elmer's glue to baste with when using flannel for backing. It works great!!

I prefer to spray baste the flannel to the batting (or the top if you are not putting in batting). Flannel is not as wierd as Minkee, but I like to keep things firm when FMQ.

I use flannel for backings all the time and do not give it a second thought. My son likes his quilts that way.

I use flannel more often than any thing else for quilt backings, I treat it just like any other cotton fabric- it quilts up beautifully- and does not stretch any more than any other cotton fabric once it's been pre-washed so the weave is tightened up some. I do not generally starch my flannel unless I am cutting it into squares/shapes and find it to be difficult (but generally a new blade takes care of that)