I have made 1 rag quilt and I was pleased with how it turned out. I did not use "batting" in my squares. I used my Accuquilt Go and rag die. I used a layer of cotton for the front and 2 layers of flannel for the batting and backing. I didn't even sew the "X" in the block. I used a dark blue flannel for my middle layer and a gold color for my backing. I think it turned out great! It is a lap quilt and it is just the right weight for watching tv under. Lots of fluffy ragged edges. I did prewash my fabrics just because that is what I do. I did wash it twice before gifting it.