Using sheets for backing
07-06-2010, 05:52 AM
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I've been reading where some of you find sheets at garage sales, and places such as this. I know from reading that you cut the header off(top portion) of the sheet I am assuming. Cutting this off, does it still leave a big enough piece for the backing? Can someone explain how this is done? I am fairly new, and looking to maybe being able to put a one piece backing. Thank you all
07-06-2010, 05:54 AM
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I've purchased 100% cotton sheets (thinking to use them for donation quilts) but haven't used them yet.
If the sheet is not big enough for your quilt - piece it with something else...say leftovers from the front fabric.
Good luck
If the sheet is not big enough for your quilt - piece it with something else...say leftovers from the front fabric.
Good luck
07-06-2010, 06:23 AM
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I have done it with no problems on a throw and full size quilt. It depends on the sheet & the shrinkage factor of the materials used in the top. A used sheet isn't going to shrink at all so if your top wasn't made with pre-washed fabrics, it might get a little wonky on you after the first wash.
You actually want the cheaper, thinner sheets. The nice hotel quality will be a bugger to quilt through. It would probably work fine for machine quilting with a bigger needle just like batiks, though.
Flat sheets are about the right size to use for backing if you are making a standard size quilt since sheets have the drop and tuck built into them. If your quilt is larger than standard, just use the next size larger sheet.
You actually want the cheaper, thinner sheets. The nice hotel quality will be a bugger to quilt through. It would probably work fine for machine quilting with a bigger needle just like batiks, though.
Flat sheets are about the right size to use for backing if you are making a standard size quilt since sheets have the drop and tuck built into them. If your quilt is larger than standard, just use the next size larger sheet.
07-06-2010, 06:28 AM
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oh my goodness....I CAN JUST SEE THE QUILT POLICE COMMISSIONER QUAKING IN HER SHOES...A SHEET FOR A QUILT BACK ???
sorry, had to put that in so many people get REALLY UPSET when ever this comes up. my philosophy? use what you want to ...just get a sheet that's larger than your quilt top. do remember, poly/cotton blends are harder to quilt (by hand next to impossible) but it can certainly be done --use a sharp needle---they wear like iron and will last a long time.
sorry, had to put that in so many people get REALLY UPSET when ever this comes up. my philosophy? use what you want to ...just get a sheet that's larger than your quilt top. do remember, poly/cotton blends are harder to quilt (by hand next to impossible) but it can certainly be done --use a sharp needle---they wear like iron and will last a long time.
07-06-2010, 07:13 AM
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Send the quilting police back where they came from. We don't allow them here. :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: I agree with you, go ahead and use the sheets. But remember, the most important thing is enjoy what you are doing.
07-06-2010, 07:48 AM
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Originally Posted by mlaceruby
I use them for my doggie quilts, tried hand quilting one years ago( that was a mistake!)
And I also use them on picnic and kids playmat quilts
they wash up well and last forever!
And I also use them on picnic and kids playmat quilts
they wash up well and last forever!
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