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#31
I use WalMart muslin all the time - none of it has ever fell apart. Guess the stores in my local use the better quality? In fact, WalMart at Newport, AR has a good stock of good (in my opinion) fabric.
#33
I love muslin, use the cheaper thin to make a muslin when making clothes. I use the heavy sturdy for making Raggedy Ann and Andys, use it to back things, have decorated it to make homespun looking curtains, used it for fondations and the list goes on. Use good grades for things that need it but even thin has its uses. Oh, and ask me about gingham, lol.
#37
Originally Posted by cjaye44
I love to hand quilt on good quality muslin and you can see your stitches so nicely. Helps you concentrate on small even stitches :lol:
#40
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Originally Posted by pieces
I prefer not to use muslin for quilt backings. The weave is usually looser than quilting fabric and I don't think it will wear as well. I also never use it when piecing a quilt top for the same reasons. A lot of time and money goes into making a quilt, by using a cheaper type of fabric you shorten the life of the quilt.
and other brands.(sew essentials is what i consider a cheap one,and don't use it anymore)
mostly the kona now..it costs around $5.00 yrd and is a 200 thread count..
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