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Quilting with sheets as a backing on LA
I have a customer who wants to use a sheet as a backing for me to LA. What problems, if any, might I expect and what size needle should I use? I have a Nolting Funquilter.
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l've used sheets, no problem...use a fine polyester thread and a fine needle ( that penetrates the dense weave better than the larger ones).
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I've not had any problems, I have customers who use sheets all the time. I do prefer 100% cotton ones but I've had to do a few with cotton/ poly blends. Your needle size depends on the thread being used. Visit Superior Threads , they have free charts that show what needle to use with what thread.
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i have used sheets a lot for backings on my quilts
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I use sheets all the time, never a problem.
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Many including myself use sheets for backing. I don't long arm though. DSM
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I have need had a problem. Have a Handi Quilter. I say go for it!
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I guess my main question is do I use a finer needle or heavier needle?
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Originally Posted by TexasSunshine
(Post 7581705)
I guess my main question is do I use a finer needle or heavier needle?
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I use sheets all the time and love it....you do not have to measure. What ever is left over on the sides and bottom and top I just fold over and use it for my borders.
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