G'day all, Was in the local fabric shop and found 'pre quilted calico' and was wondering if that would be suitable to use as a backing for table runners. I am going to make the runners for home use only.
Thanks for any advice.
Cheerio Shirley

I buy that when I find remnants. They are fantastic for wall hangings.

Thank you, will


go and buy some tomorrow.
Bye Shirley

Another great resource is to watch for Motel sales. Lots of times they go through a whole motel and sell the quilted bed-spreads for just a few dollars each when they are updating their decor. These are really a steal when you can get a King or Queen sized spread for $5.00.

I guess it would depend a little on how you plan to quilt it. Maybe it would be best to make a little sandwich and test your quilting method before you start on the real thing. I'm assuming there's fabric already on both sides of the pre-quilt, and that's extra bulk to sew through after you add your top. The pre-quilts that I'm familiar with have a rather lofty polyester batting, which also might give it a different look, or make the quilting go differently if you're used to something else.

I have use prequilted material (stuff I really didn't like colorwise) as batting.

I have done that on occasion. up to how you will attach your quilted top .

anything goes when you are working. Always like opinions too. It is nice to have so much available to us ! up to how long of a story your piece will tell. If used hard or kept as an heirloom.

Using Pre Quilted Calico to make bags
 

I have used pre quilted calico to make bags with - I have used it as the exterior fabric (see picture) and has the interfacing as it makes a provides a lovely quilted effect. I also plan to make cushion covers with it.
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What a great idea