Using a bed sheet for backing
03-25-2010, 06:21 PM
#81
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I, too have to watch my pennies. I buy sheets that are still in good condition at garage sales. Since I am physically unable to hand quilt, the fact that the sheet fabric might be too tightly woven is not a consideration. I either machine quilt or tie all my quilts. I find that sheets that have been washed several times but are not worn make good backs.
03-25-2010, 06:22 PM
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I, too have to watch my pennies. I buy sheets that are still in good condition at garage sales. Since I am physically unable to hand quilt, the fact that the sheet fabric might be too tightly woven is not a consideration. I either machine quilt or tie all my quilts. I find that sheets that have been washed several times but are not worn make good backs.
03-25-2010, 07:13 PM
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Just wanted to let anyone within driving distance of Sir's Fabric store in Fayetteville Tn. that it is worth your while to shop there. It's like fabric heaven. They have so many choices and wonderful prices. You can also order on line at Sirsfabric.com. My mother and I live in Alabama and do a good bit of quilting and make a run to Sir's a couple times a year.
03-25-2010, 08:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Judy McCrary
Just wanted to let anyone within driving distance of Sir's Fabric store in Fayetteville Tn. that it is worth your while to shop there. It's like fabric heaven. They have so many choices and wonderful prices. You can also order on line at Sirsfabric.com. My mother and I live in Alabama and do a good bit of quilting and make a run to Sir's a couple times a year.
Billy
03-26-2010, 11:23 PM
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How do sheets compare to the usual quilting fabric as far as thread count?
Side note: I know Target sells flat & fitted individually because we have a double bed, and I routinely buy the full fitted sheet and a queen top sheet and blanket when I'm buying bedding. That way, we get the extra width that cuts down on disputes over who's hogging the covers. ;)
Side note: I know Target sells flat & fitted individually because we have a double bed, and I routinely buy the full fitted sheet and a queen top sheet and blanket when I'm buying bedding. That way, we get the extra width that cuts down on disputes over who's hogging the covers. ;)
03-27-2010, 12:35 AM
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What an interesting thread for beginners like myself, I have learnt SO much from you all, thankyou so much! I think I shall be prepared to give sheets a try.
For my QS quilt which I hand quilted I used the very wide 100% cotton calico which I washed a few times, I chose it because it is so soft , did I do the right thing could it be too soft and not last the distance?
Gal
For my QS quilt which I hand quilted I used the very wide 100% cotton calico which I washed a few times, I chose it because it is so soft , did I do the right thing could it be too soft and not last the distance?
Gal
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