Can I use this to back a quilt?

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11-07-2015, 09:07 AM

#21

leighway

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I was going to add for those of you near a Costco, they have king, queen and twin sized microfiber blankets selling between $17 and $22. These would make marvelous quilt backs. I bought one (king) to use on my bed and the quality is wonderful. The sizing is generous, as well.

11-07-2015, 09:35 AM

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pyffer3

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Love the bright color and soft look.

11-07-2015, 01:23 PM

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Boston1954

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Is it stretchy? If so, you may want to pin, or baste much closer than usual.

11-07-2015, 02:08 PM

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DonnaPBradshaw

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I would use it for sure! I was given a hint that will help with minky, use 505 or something similar to spray the minky so that the fabric does not slip around. Also pin alot! with these two hints I think using minky will be a lot more fun experience!

11-07-2015, 03:29 PM

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Kitty10628

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If its minky it will be fine for backing.

It will not shrink.

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11-08-2015, 04:57 AM

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Kris P

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I use minky and ultra cuddle all the time for backs of quilts. I also use batting. MN is cold in winter, but my dad uses the throw I made him year round. I would also recommend basting spray. as it can be a challenge for fmq. If you fmq, you'll also notice a lot more drag than with a cotton back. It's not impossible, just something to be aware of. as you will want to take frequent breaks in order to rest your arms and shoulders.

11-08-2015, 05:13 AM

#27

keegancak

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I was wondering the same thing, only with Minky on the back. Would that work on a long arm?

11-08-2015, 05:35 AM

#28

QuiltE

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Kris P

.......If you fmq, you'll also notice a lot more drag than with a cotton back......

I spoke to this issue in post #15 in this thread ... you might want to take a look!

11-08-2015, 08:24 AM

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QuiltMom2

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Quote:

Originally Posted by salemrabbits

I had a microfiber blanket that over time fell apart - made fluff messes (3years or so)...washed it a few times and always dried it. Personally I wouldn't use it for a batting/backing if I wanted the quilt to be around any amount of time.

The same thing happened to me and I don't think I'll ever buy a microfiber thing again.

11-08-2015, 10:23 AM

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KnitnutBZ

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Gail B

I think it will work fine. I spray baste my fleece or minky backing with 505 basting spray (or whatever brand you have) to the quilt front & then FMQ. If you spray baste the layers don't shift at all.

I use minky in my quilt backs and it quilts fine. However I find the 505 doesn't work real good in the minky so I have to pin it some too. Or tie it. I have quilts I tied way before machine quilting came to be and they are still going. I gave heard that tieing is on the comeback.