Sometime I'd like to try to make a rag quilt. What is the best type of fabric to use?
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Flannel IMHO rags the best, but cotton fabrics work well too :D:D:D
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I used flannel. I think most rag quilts are made from flannel.
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I use primarily flannel. They are very soft and quite warm!
If you can, I would recommend some sharp, spring loaded scissors. They help a lot! You'll see lots of ideas here. |
I will be watching this thread with interest.
I have another question...I thought I read to do 1/2 inch seams, but the other day a lady at one quilt shop I visited in NY state said that I needed to do 1 inch. At another shop the lady said it depends on the size of your block...what do you all do? |
Originally Posted by oatw13
I use primarily flannel. They are very soft and quite warm!
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I will be watching this. I have some flannel I want to make into a rag quilt.
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I want to make my daughter a rag quilt for Christmas...I think I will use 3 layers of flannel. Then I won't have to fuss with trying to center batting on the flannel.
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I made several with flannel long ago. i did add sqs of cotton batting but it's not necessary.
cosy quilt made with flannel [ATTACH=CONFIG]106538[/ATTACH] |
I use flannel and ½" seam allowance. Sew a couple of samples and see what seam you like best.
Here is a link for rag quilting 101. Says to use a 1 inch seam allowance. http://www.quilting101.com/styles/rag-quilts.html |
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