What to use instead of white for reproduction quilts?
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Originally Posted by cowpie2
I've been collecting 30's reproduction fabrics for some time and now have quite a collection. I love vintage quilts and all those made in the early 1900's. But I also realize all that white fabric would be a bad idea in my house. I make quilts to be used and white doesn't work well with an all male household.
If you were using 30's reproduction fabrics and couldn't use white for background, etc. what would you use?
If you were using 30's reproduction fabrics and couldn't use white for background, etc. what would you use?
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Unbleached muslin.....but be sure to get a good quality muslin. Some cheaper muslins are thin and stretchy and not worth sewing into a quilt. Also, wash in hot water first, and dry on medium to high heat to shrink. I usually wash muslin twice before I cut.
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