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    Old 02-11-2015, 01:56 PM
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    Thought these websites would help other people get an idea of how to piece there backings.

    http://www.sewmamasew.com/2014/09/8-modern-quilt-backs/
    http://www.victorianaquiltdesigns.co...ckingIdeas.htm
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    Old 02-11-2015, 07:42 PM
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    Thanks for posting this.
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    Old 02-12-2015, 03:35 AM
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    I piece my backings to use up left over yardage if appropriate. When seaming my pieces together, I use the factory edges as a guide to keep my seam straight but I also sew with a smaller stitch lenghth and a 1/2 to 5/8 inch seam allowance. After seam is sewn, I trim off the the selvages and them press open. It is much easieer to longarm this way.
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    Old 02-12-2015, 04:58 AM
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    great ideas... I often get locked in on the idea that the backing should all be one fabric....
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    Old 02-12-2015, 07:00 AM
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    Awhile back someone mentioned to have most of your seams going horizontal as when they're going vertical you end up with a bump as you advance your quilt (if using a frame). I was always having trouble keeping my quilt straight due to this reason so this last time while using all my scraps (mostly full width) I seamed across. Now will be the test to see if it helps.

    Thanks for all the great info received on this site from you'all.
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    Old 02-12-2015, 09:35 AM
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    Great ideas!
    Here's a link to a FREE Craftsy class on pieced backings:
    http://www.craftsy.com/class/creativ...eho-dum&_ctp=1
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    Thanks for the info. Everyone is so sharing on this site - it's just great
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    Old 02-16-2015, 05:53 AM
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    What an interesting video!
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    Old 02-20-2015, 06:00 PM
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    Thanks for sharing...
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