Muslin Backing
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#13
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Join Date: Aug 2010
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I have used Joann's premium muslin for several backs recently and do not prewash my backs. I find that if I do prewash the back, it slips a little more and I get puckers on the back. I pin-baste (hate the spray glue) on a bed or large table and I quilt on my Elna Excellence 720. If you do prewash, I recommend you starch the backing well.
#16
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Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Texas
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I used it once for a backing of a top I made from 1930s (or reproduction) fabrics that my kids bought at an estate sale; it seemed fitting. As I remember -- it's been a few years....and that quilt is still not quilted! -- I pre-washed because someone warned me about shrinkage.
#19
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Join Date: May 2008
Location: Colorado
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I don’t think muslin is a cop out. It is a matter of choice. I like to use it on the back of my vintage quilt tops. It is more with the time period than something “pretty”. It also showcases the quilting (if that is what is desired).
#20
I would have to disagree with Suz as well. A muslin back is not a cop out. In addition to the reasons Ellen 1 has mentioned another big factor is cost. I would say maybe the biggest factor. Depending on the size of the quilt buying up to 8 yards of premium LQS fabric at $10-$13 a yard is a lot of money.
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