Which to you prefer? the 'flat look' or the 'crinkly look'?
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I like the flat look. But even when you prewash everything, to include the batting, it's gonna get a soft crinkle look after washing any ways... I absolutely HATE the look of those fluffy polyester battings (plus it doesn't handle all that well). Quilter's Dream is to die for but Hobbs is wee bit more affordable.
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I like the flat look. But even when you prewash everything, to include the batting, it's gonna get a soft crinkle look after washing any ways... I absolutely HATE the look of those fluffy polyester battings (plus it doesn't handle all that well). Quilter's Dream is to die for but Hobbs is wee bit more affordable.
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I like quilts with a lot of movement, either in design or fabric, so I guess I'd say crinkly, usually. But, quilts that have a floating element on them (not too extreme, but still there) really grab my attention. I like to drape, stuff parts with batting (never can remember what that is called), have raw edges in some, sewn applique in others... I like variety and elements that involve the viewer.
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I agree with JNCT14 - The answer is.....'it depends'...If its a wall hanging or table topper I like the flat look. If its for quilts, I like the crinkly look - I think it gives the quilts more dimension and also that kind of antiquey look.
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