Need Help with Backing with Rayon=Pros & Cons
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I'm new to quilting, but did at one time sew a lot. I have loads of rayon fabric that would make nice backing or quilting patches, however, don't want to use this if their are big problems ahead. Also I am a hand quilter, would this make quilting harder? Could sure use some experienced help with this. Thanks loads
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Rayon tends to be slippery to work with and it frays alot. That said, I have used it for a small quilt back because it was the exact colour I needed. I had to pin it alot, leave extra around the edges for fraying (trimmed before binding)and I machine quilted it. I have also heard that it works well for chenille quilts. Do up some mug rugs with it and see how you like it.
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Originally Posted by dott443
I'm new to quilting, but did at one time sew a lot. I have loads of rayon fabric that would make nice backing or quilting patches, however, don't want to use this if their are big problems ahead. Also I am a hand quilter, would this make quilting harder? Could sure use some experienced help with this. Thanks loads
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I've used bamboo fabrics, which are basically like rayon. They do have a very nice drape. The fraying and wrinkling and tendency to shift while stitching would make these less than ideal for quilting, specially if it's a new pursuit for you.
However, if you have the time, and you feel like experimenting, why don't you make up a small project, and see how it works out for you? You may find that you really like it for some applications. Or you may come away convinced of the wisdom of using 100% cotton.
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However, if you have the time, and you feel like experimenting, why don't you make up a small project, and see how it works out for you? You may find that you really like it for some applications. Or you may come away convinced of the wisdom of using 100% cotton.
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