double knit for quilting?
05-30-2011, 07:48 AM
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Personally, I have no use for double knit in quilts. HOWEVER, I would never refuse a fabric gift from anyone. I'd be afraid that if I refused, the friend would think twice about offering the next time (and the "next time" might be a boatload of 100% cotton). There are many things you could do with this fabric, if you choose not to use it yourself: pass it on to someone that does use double knit; to a church group or local guild that make quilts for Vets, Children's Hospitals and nursing homes.
There's a market out there for this fabric
There's a market out there for this fabric
05-30-2011, 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by MadQuilter
I would not use double knit in a quilt. It is stretchy and you need to use special needles so you don't rip the stitches. Any time you cut it, it tends to come undone. But that's just me - I prefer woven material.
I do think that double knits can make great pillows. Nice and soft.
I do think that double knits can make great pillows. Nice and soft.
05-30-2011, 08:12 AM
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I have a double-knit quilt made by my MIL about 40 years ago; it has a sheet for the backing. I thought both of those ideas were no-no's but my quilt has lasted for 40 years thru 1 child, 15 dogs, and one hubby who uses the quilt every night while he falls asleep on the floor watching TV. Also, the quilt was hand quilted.
05-30-2011, 08:31 AM
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Our group uses poly knit for charity quilts. 12 inch squares. no batting but pieced poly knit for backing and tied. They will last for years. I have one that my grandmother made 30 years ago and I still have to frisk the DD's when they leave to keep it.Looks brand new except for the binding that needs to be replaced.
If you need warm, that will do it!!
If you need warm, that will do it!!
05-30-2011, 08:43 AM
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I do not use Double Knit fabrics for making quilts ..... and have 'never' tried. However I thought I might pass along something I do use and "love" Double Knits for.
They make the absolute "best tablecloths" in the world. You never have iron them .... they do not fade ..... and always look fantastic and fresh on your dining table. :thumbup: :-)
They make the absolute "best tablecloths" in the world. You never have iron them .... they do not fade ..... and always look fantastic and fresh on your dining table. :thumbup: :-)
05-30-2011, 09:02 AM
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I had an aunt that made quilts from doubleknit in the 70's and they wore like iron.
Originally Posted by peacebypiece
I made a quilt from doubleknit scraps back in the late 70's when it was popular. I used polyester batting and backed it with a sheet. I still use that quilt in the winter here in Michigan. It's heavy and very warm.
05-30-2011, 09:08 AM
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Originally Posted by ginnie6
I have a 3 rail fence (I think that's what its called) that my Grannie made back in the 70's. Today it is still just as bright as it was then. She used an old blanket to back it. It is heavy! But it is the first one dh and I want in the winter to go on top of our bed! I wouldn't take anything for it.
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