Why not use sheets for quilt backs?
10-26-2010, 03:20 PM
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it used to be frowned on to use sheets, mainly because of the tighter weave it is very difficult to hand stitch (quilt) them. now that it is more accepted to machine quilt more and more people are taking advantage of using sheets. the 'purist' and the quilt police will still frown, but, use what you want, it is your quilt.
10-26-2010, 03:21 PM
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I was thinking the same...you can get good quality sheets at really good prices at discount stores.
Originally Posted by sherriequilts
I have been quilting since 2002 and have used coordinating fabrics for the backs of my quilts. However, years earlier I had made several comforters (with really high-loft fiberfill ) and backed them with sheets. They seemed to work out fine. Then much later when I did REAL quilts the thought to use sheets never entered my mind. Just the other day for some reason this question came to my mind. So why not use sheets for quilt backs? Love to hear your opinions.
10-26-2010, 03:29 PM
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with a low count do you have issue after a few washes?? You know the cotton bumps...forgot the word for it.
Originally Posted by ShySally
a 200 count is what you need if hand quiltd it has less thread so easy to get the needle thur. hope this helps.
10-26-2010, 03:38 PM
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Originally Posted by carole7481
I have used sheets for backing. I don't like a seam on the back. I don't hand quilt and it works fine for me.
10-26-2010, 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by carolaug
I was thinking the same...you can get good quality sheets at really good prices at discount stores.
Originally Posted by sherriequilts
I have been quilting since 2002 and have used coordinating fabrics for the backs of my quilts. However, years earlier I had made several comforters (with really high-loft fiberfill ) and backed them with sheets. They seemed to work out fine. Then much later when I did REAL quilts the thought to use sheets never entered my mind. Just the other day for some reason this question came to my mind. So why not use sheets for quilt backs? Love to hear your opinions.
10-26-2010, 03:46 PM
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Originally Posted by np3
I prefer to buy the large quilt backing. Sometimes I will piece three strips together. I'm not a fan of sheets, but it is simply personal preference.
10-26-2010, 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted by carolaug
with a low count do you have issue after a few washes?? You know the cotton bumps...forgot the word for it.
Originally Posted by ShySally
a 200 count is what you need if hand quiltd it has less thread so easy to get the needle thur. hope this helps.
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