thimblebug6000

If you are using fleece for a backing does it matter which way you have the selvages? Should they be on the sides of the quilt or the top & bottom if it's being sent to a long arm quilter? Thanks!

ckcowl

fleece has a direction with more stretch than the other direction---if you are piecing the fleece make sure you have the stretch going in the same direction- you dont want one piece to have the stretch horizontal-the other piece vertical.
i've backed lots of quilts with fleece & i long-arm- i've had salvages on the sides & i've had them vertical---you should check with *the long arm quilter* you are taking your quilt to & ask her if she has any preference---make sure she is comfortable quilting fleece backed quilts.

KarynneStorm

I looked up this subject for the same reason. I can long arm quilt them with a rented machine, but I am very new. I am hoping for a little more guidance. I want to start making some quilts for donation, and thought fleece would be easier than batting/backing. I understand your comments about stretch, and since putting it on the machine there is pull in all directions, is there guidance on which way to have the least stretch? Meaning, on the rollers or on the tensioning clamps? Thank you for your help. I will keep searching for more information as well.

ckcowl

when 'long-arm' quilting with fleece backings i (generally) have the stretch on the sides (unless the fabric is directional) the main thing is....You want to SMOOTH the fleece to avoid wrinkles/creases----don't Stretch it....just smooth it.