stumped on what pattern to use for flannel queen bed quilt w plaids
11-24-2012, 03:34 AM
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I just saw log cabin so predictable. I use flannel on the back of children's quilts. I always pre-wash but I haven never starched. I think start would help and I would limit my pressing of seams to avoid stretch.
11-24-2012, 05:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Sunnye
Or even faster and simpler, cut big squares and leave them big squares!
Your flannels sound lovely! Don't forget to set your stitch length a little shorter if the fabric is a loose weave. It's not necessary if it's a tight weave. Starching before you cut also helps a lot. And I agree to prewash, at least once or twice!
I also like the Square Dance pattern that Alex Anderson uses. Using the same fabric in the center of all the blocks would tie it all together nicely. Unfortunately I can't find a pic of that one for you. But whatever you decide on, good luck and don't forget to post a picture of your finished quilt.
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11-24-2012, 07:13 AM
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Years ago I saw a quilt made with checks and striped flannel in a layered brick pattern....that pattern always comes to mind when I see plaid fabric (homespun)...it wouldn't be hard to do.
11-24-2012, 07:58 AM
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Yellow Brick Road is always a good choice for a flannel quilt. I made one years ago of plaids in autumn colors, then appliqued leaves on the quilt. One of my favorites...in fact I was cuddling with it last night! I keep wanting to try other similar quilts...like appliqueing snowflakes, stars, flowers, etc, using the YBR as a "background" for the applique.
11-28-2012, 04:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Peckish
Here's the Bear Paw I was talking about. This one was a throw, so you'd want to either enlarge it or maybe add 3 more of the center blocks to grow the quilt.
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11-28-2012, 04:17 AM
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Originally Posted by totosmom
Sometimes the simplest is the best. These two were fast and simple but rather attractive.
Your flannels sound lovely! Don't forget to set your stitch length a little shorter if the fabric is a loose weave. It's not necessary if it's a tight weave. Starching before you cut also helps a lot. And I agree to prewash, at least once or twice!
I also like the Square Dance pattern that Alex Anderson uses. Using the same fabric in the center of all the blocks would tie it all together nicely. Unfortunately I can't find a pic of that one for you. But whatever you decide on, good luck and don't forget to post a picture of your finished quilt.
Your flannels sound lovely! Don't forget to set your stitch length a little shorter if the fabric is a loose weave. It's not necessary if it's a tight weave. Starching before you cut also helps a lot. And I agree to prewash, at least once or twice!
I also like the Square Dance pattern that Alex Anderson uses. Using the same fabric in the center of all the blocks would tie it all together nicely. Unfortunately I can't find a pic of that one for you. But whatever you decide on, good luck and don't forget to post a picture of your finished quilt.
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