Question for rag quilters...
#22
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Originally Posted by amma
If the seam allowances are too large, I wouldn't think they would rag as well as the 1/2" does JMHO :D:D:D
#23
One way to be sure they rag good is not to pre wash. At the time I made mine, all instructions said don't pre wash.My flannel came from Joanns, & worked great.It didn't shrink! I went back a got a whole lot of flannel. Prob should make more,but flannel is also a good batting/backing for miniatures .Will use it for batting in table runners too.
Originally Posted by amma
If the seam allowances are too large, I wouldn't think they would rag as well as the 1/2" does JMHO :D:D:D
#24
Originally Posted by Candace
Originally Posted by amma
If the seam allowances are too large, I wouldn't think they would rag as well as the 1/2" does JMHO :D:D:D
#25
I have plans to do a flannel quilt in the near future using old night gowns, pjs and other various flannel clothing items from thrift stores....I'm hoping because they will all be prewashed this won't affect the quilt.
#26
[quote=Candace]Actually, it's not a good idea to make rag quilts for babies...dangerous since the rag pieces come off so easily and be swallowed. I would never give one as a gift or sell one. I couldn't live with myself if someone lost a baby due to that:
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Originally Posted by mollymct
Originally Posted by Candace
Originally Posted by amma
If the seam allowances are too large, I wouldn't think they would rag as well as the 1/2" does JMHO :D:D:D
#28
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Originally Posted by KathyAire
I like a one inch seam. To me, it's easier to clip to make the 'ragged' edges. If I used a half inch seam, I would have to be really careful when clipping it.
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