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combining fabrics
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tadpole
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combining fabrics
I am making dorm quilts and using up some fabrics on hand. I have cotton fabric for the top of the quilt and the perfect color for the back, but it is flannel. If I combine the two, will the flannel back eventually shrink and distort the quilt? It is a small quilt, for a twin bed. I usually don't prewash the fabric, I know there is a difference of opinion on that. Anyway, I really want to use this flannel peice, it is the perfect color for what I am doing, any advice? Thanks
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auntjana
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Re: combining fabrics
It might shrink - but quilts are to have that used look! I have combined the two successfully many times and they are snuggy and warm!
Jana
Jana
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gershwin64
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Re: combining fabrics
I have used flannel for the backs of many, especially kids ones but I always prewash everything. I would prewash the flannel for sure just to make sure it doesn't shrink too much and it mess up your beautiful hard work, that would be a very sad thing. Just my 2 cents worth.
Tina
Tina
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lorettav
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Re: combining fabrics
Even the best flannel shrinks, so it does need to be washed. I bought some from QIAD and it was very good flannel and it shrunk as much as 3 inches.
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Flystitch
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Re: combining fabrics
I LOVE to use flannel on the back of lap or childrens quilts or anything that is going to be hugged !!! I always buy top quality and have never had a shrinkage problem. If you are worried just give it a quick dunk and put in the dryer. You should have no problem.