Backing question
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Backing question
I'm just starting to sew together the backing for a quilt top that I just finished. Does anyone starch the backing? I want to iron all the creases out of the material but can't decide if I should steam them out or Best Press them out. I used Best Press when I made the top.
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I don't usually starch my backing if the quilt is going to be washed. I just press it nice and then quilt it. As long as it doesn't have any major creases that need removed. Now if it's a wall hanging I might starch it to keep it nice and smooth and flat.
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Good idea to starch even if you plan to wash it afterwards. Keeps it flat while quilting. I also use a 1/2" seam allowance on the backing fabric and starch the seams open and flat to help with quilting over them. Unless it's flannel, minkee or fleece - still do the 1/2" seam allowance but use spray basting on the seams (underside) then press them open/flat with my fingers - don't like quilting over a lot of thickness on the backing.
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