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Old 02-22-2018, 02:13 PM
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I was looking at fabric and I came across minky sherpa

Its less expensive than the minky cuddle. Has anyone used this? is it as soft as the other minky?

I am thinking for the back of quilt

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B077KKV6...CVHGYODT&psc=0
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Old 02-22-2018, 03:14 PM
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I doesn't look at all like regular minky to me. It looks thicker. And kind of clumpy.
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Old 02-22-2018, 04:32 PM
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I'm not sure if this is the same as a fabric I bought last summer at a quilt store in Saskatchewan - thicker than flannel, less fluffy feeling than minke. The picture in the link looks quite similar. I hope to use it as backing for a quilt for my son. The lady at the quilt shop said it was a new product and quilted up very nicely, and was quite durable as well.
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I've seen this. Looks like fake shearling (sheep skin), but stretchy.
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I found something like this in the remnant bin at Joann's, bought it and put in the cat bed as is, she seems to like it just fine.
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thanks for your thoughts... I might just buy a yard out of curiosity.... I can use it for something I am sure
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Old 02-23-2018, 03:39 PM
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Good idea! Please let us know what you think. At the LQS yesterday, I saw something that looked kind of like chenille and when I touched it, it felt like a soft minky. Beautiful! But I have no use for it right now, I wish I did
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I used something similar for the back of my chemo quilt, without batting. It was warm but draped well. It did quilt nicely but I did spray baste.
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It does look interesting. I will be waiting on your update. Good price on it!
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I had a coat made of this and it is not “minky” soft, but feels nice in your hand, and kept me warm.
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