I-Spy quilt backing?
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Does anyone have suggestions for fabric that might be good for the back of an I spy quilt? I'm looking for under $8 a yard; I usually use fabric.com but will look elsewhere- free shipping is a huge +.
I was thinking something like Where's Waldo, or a busy fabric with lots to search through, but can't find anything I really like. It can't be "boy" or "girl" because I don't know who the blanket will go to.
I don't really want to piece the back, but maybe that is the better way to go...
Thanks for the suggestions!
I was thinking something like Where's Waldo, or a busy fabric with lots to search through, but can't find anything I really like. It can't be "boy" or "girl" because I don't know who the blanket will go to.
I don't really want to piece the back, but maybe that is the better way to go...
Thanks for the suggestions!
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How about some of the map fabrics that are out there? Joann's usually has some and with a coupon it would be in your price range.
Sock monkeys are either sex, too.
Try a search for novelty fabrics and see what grabs you.
Sock monkeys are either sex, too.
Try a search for novelty fabrics and see what grabs you.
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I like to look around at www.thousandsofbolts.com They have a novelty area that seems to have a good selection. I got a great deal on many MANY yards of a Christmas fabric for about $4.50/yd. Guess what will be backing all the quilts I give for Christmas this year??!?
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In order to keep the learning theme going, I always back mine with either an alphabet pattern or a numbers pattern. JoAnn's has a cute alphabet fabric using primary colors that would be well within your budget, especially using a coupon. Here's the link: http://www.joann.com/novelty-cotton-...4&prefv1=false
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I'd be inclined to use a very simple and visually restful fabric for the backing of such a busy quilt. If not a solid, them maybe a black and white grid, or a chevron. It would make a nice rest from all the riot of color and image of an I spy.
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I have really good luck with Etsy.com - its all independent sellers and you can find really good deals - you may have to go through pages of stuff but if you keep looking you should find what you need at a good price - sometimes shipping is free or very low. I would suggest some busy kids fabric with a lot of action going on. Good luck.
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