Using muslin as quilt backing??
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Using muslin as quilt backing??
I have a King sized mystery quilt I started in about 2004, and just recently finished. Since it is so large, I thought I would use muslin as the backing. I was in Hobby Lobby and looked at the 108" wide muslin, and it was SOOO thin it reminded me of cheesecloth. Needless to say, I did not buy it.
What are your thoughts on using muslin? Or does anyone know where I can get better muslin?
What are your thoughts on using muslin? Or does anyone know where I can get better muslin?
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The quality of muslin varies greatly, even within the same store. As do the uses. Some projects (other than quilt backings) do need the thin version of muslin. I just keep looking until I find one that feels right.
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If you have someone who quilts your quilts, I would certainly ask what they would prefer. You might sign up to some online shops because they all have occasional sales. I would assume you don't want to pick up a sheet that may be too dense to be easily quilted. GOOD LUCK !!
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