string quilt
#1
string quilt
I just finished my first string quilt and used light weight fabric for the foundation. Now that it is done it feels heavier than normal due to the extra fabric. I'm concerned it might be really heavy after the batting and the backing goes on. Is there a lighter weight batting I could try (other than polyester) I usually use warm and natural. thanks for your help
#5
Super Member
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Delaware
Posts: 1,027
I no longer use muslin for a foundation. I use Pattern Ease. It is lightweight, inexpensive and stays in the quilt, not torn out like a paper foundation. I've made 100's of string quilts using Pattern Ease and used them without issue.
#6
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Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: Davenport, Iowa
Posts: 3,886
When I make string quilt's I use a foundation of water soluble Pellon. it can be somewhat expensive for some, but with a Joann's coupon it makes it affordable. Once pieced and quilted, the Pellon dissolves and washes away.
#8
Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2021
Location: My own private Idaho
Posts: 182
How big is the quilt? If it is twin sized or smaller, I think the extra weight is a positive. The extra weight is very calming for children, and, in fact, they sell weighted blankets for this purpose.
Depending on who is receiving the quilt and the size, this may be a happy accident!
Depending on who is receiving the quilt and the size, this may be a happy accident!
#9
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Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Houston, TX
Posts: 9,735
I use Quilter's Dream Request. It's a very thin lightweight cotton batting. If you think that will be too thick, just use flannel. I've done that and it works fine. I'd recommend pre-washing the flannel. Flannel tends to shrink a lot.