Autumn Splendor rug

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11-25-2015, 06:49 AM

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silverfoxmag

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Originally Posted by Dollyo

Here is the rug for the kitchen & gathering room that matches the "Autumn Splendor" quilt, table runner, placemats and napkins with my handy helper, Domino. She was sitting on the rug while I was binding it. When I put it on the floor in the kitchen, she had to check it out.

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It's beautiful! So it's made of regular quilting cotton with poly felt for batting and backing? How does it hold up in high traffic areas? I'd love one of these by my entrance door to greet my guests but would be afraid of the traffic situation, wear and tear.

11-25-2015, 07:53 AM

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lynnie

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so so pretty, i see your inspector loves it too.

11-25-2015, 08:43 AM

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Dollyo

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The first one that I made I used a towel as backing and poly felt as the batting. The towel was just a little too thick to quilt on the frame (I did it, but it wasn't fun). So I switched to the poly felt (made from recycled plastic bottles). It is stiffer, much better w/2 layers of felt. It is about the same thickness as a regular quilt. You could put it on the back to help stiffen it up. I use 2 layers of the cheaper felt from JA, but if you are only doing 1, I would probably go with the premium (thicker) felt. Spray the back w/Super Grip, works great.

11-25-2015, 08:47 AM

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Dollyo

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Mine is not a high traffic situation. Make a couple of them to rotate. I probably wouldn't use them for everyday in a high traffic area. I would use them for parties, special occasions, etc.

11-25-2015, 08:49 AM

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Monale

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I love just about anything in autumn colours!

Beautiful quilt!

11-25-2015, 09:43 AM

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annette1952

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Oh that is so pretty! I would have a hard time walking on it too I think but you'll get used to it. Besides if it wears out you can always make another one.

11-25-2015, 10:32 AM

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Pudge

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Lovely and the kitty is too.

11-25-2015, 11:45 AM

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MargeD

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Well, I say Dominos a very refined feline quilt judge and has given this gorgeous rug her stamp of approval. Seriously, I love it and you did a nice job.