I love using sheets.If they are 100% cotton.I do it all the time.It costs alot less too and we have to try and save money when we can.
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just don't use a high thread count, like 800 or over, i've been told
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my mom in law ( been hand quilting for many years, she is 72) uses only sheets as backing.. they dont give her any trouble that I know of.
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also you can buy 108" or 116" wide fabric, then you do not have the seams and it only takes 3 or 3 1/2 yards for a backing, those sales are good too.
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Sometimes I can find a flat sheet for really cheap at Marshalls, Homegoods or TJ MAX. The flat sheet seems is always the last to sell so good selection in the deep discount area.
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I also use sheets. I get mine at Walmart and look for
their storebrand. They are very reasonably priced. I get the cheapest unless I want a decorator colored one. The thread count is about 200-300. They work fine for me. |
Whilst you're looking through the sales, don't discard the duvet covers.
You might get a good bargain of lovely 100% cotton and two backing fabrics as a bonus. Just have to cut round or open the seams. |
Sheets are great but come with controversy. If you like the look, go for it. For myself I love to find fabric that suits the quilt and then I get two looks by turning the quilt over.
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I use sheets all the time for my quilt backings. I stock up on King size flats when I find them on sale (often less than $10) Canadian for 100% cotton. I also use flannelette sheets for my warmer quilts and my kids think that they are especially cuddly. I like the King size ones because they are often only a couple of dollars more than the doubles and the extra fabric can be used to make pillowcases. Someday I may make an heirloon quilt and want matching fabric but for now co-ordinating sheets match my budget and the hard use kids put their quilts through.
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Originally Posted by Shelbie
I use sheets all the time for my quilt backings. I stock up on King size flats when I find them on sale (often less than $10) Canadian for 100% cotton. I also use flannelette sheets for my warmer quilts and my kids think that they are especially cuddly. I like the King size ones because they are often only a couple of dollars more than the doubles and the extra fabric can be used to make pillowcases. Someday I may make an heirloon quilt and want matching fabric but for now co-ordinating sheets match my budget and the hard use kids put their quilts through.
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