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05-27-2010, 02:52 AM

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Good post. Anxious for pictures.

05-27-2010, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by tooMuchFabric

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Originally Posted by wildyard

is it ok to mix other kinds of fabric

Mix Away!!

Art quilts often contain all kinds of crazy (to a traditional quilter!) fabrics and mediums, and are all the more stunning for it. You will have a project that has some unusual interest when you mix.

If it's going on the wall, combine anything you want.
If it's going to be washed, consider how the different fabrics might play well together in the washing process.

Otherwise, go for it!

You said it all! :thumbup:

05-27-2010, 09:12 AM

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craftybear

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please post a picture when you get it finished

05-27-2010, 02:08 PM

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hilda Vest

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That's the fun of quilting. Don't be afraid to mix textures. Oftentimes, it makes the quilt look more interesting. Remember, you are in charge here-you make up the rules!!!!!

05-27-2010, 03:09 PM

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Why not mix. Just wash them before using. I can't wait to see what you create. Please share with us.

05-29-2010, 10:26 PM

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This is great info. and I would say use what ever you think works. you are the artist of this quilt. enjoy. God bless. Penny

05-30-2010, 05:24 PM

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I don't think it's a problem to mix fabrics. If you wash the panel and it loses its finish, then it will match regular 100% cotton and won't look like you're mixing anymore. That may be good or bad, depending on your perspective.