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    Old 11-07-2011, 04:23 PM
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    I am not a fabric snob, but I recently tossed some fabric that just felt to flimsy to hold up. If I put the effort into the project, I want it to last. Can't really comment on interfacing. If you question it, then I'd say go with your instincts.
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    Old 11-07-2011, 04:54 PM
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    Thanks for all your input. I think that's what I knew all along. I'm sorry my DIL spent money on it but I'd rather be safe. Thanks again.
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    Old 11-07-2011, 05:14 PM
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    When in doubt,
    leave it out.
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    Old 11-07-2011, 05:33 PM
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    I agree. I would not use it. It would be a shame to spend all that time on creating something beautiful to have it fall apart after washing.
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    Old 11-07-2011, 05:39 PM
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    I just got rid of all my fabric that was either too thin or ugly to use. I decided to send it over to made into charity quilts.
    I hesitate on using thin, now I just put it aside and get rid of it. It feels so good. Part of my D-junking my closets. If I have a lot, I will make charity quilts out of thinner fabrics.
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    Old 11-07-2011, 06:35 PM
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    I wouldn't use it, wouldn't even think about it really.
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    Old 11-07-2011, 07:26 PM
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    I put all my questionable fabrics into crocheted items or the clothesline baskets. If you really want to include the fabric in some way, use a piece of it for an applique or a label. Both are applied to the surface of the quilt and can be removed later if they deteriorate...and they will.
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    Old 11-07-2011, 07:37 PM
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    Originally Posted by raptureready
    When in doubt,
    leave it out.
    I love this saying! I will do my best to remember this.

    And I do agree with this post. Better to make a tough decision now than regret not making it later on!
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    Old 11-07-2011, 07:39 PM
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    shrink it well in HOT water..then fuse with a light weight/sheer interfacing...it will be just fine!
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    Old 11-07-2011, 07:43 PM
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    I am a firm believer in using only quality fabric in my quilts.
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