Comparing Winter Quilt Backings
This blog post is basically one giant table comparing the three most popular backings for winter quilts. It can help you determine when and how to use which one for that perfect cozy project.
Microfiber Blankets as Quilt Backings
In 2023 I wrote a blog post for Suzy Quilts about using microfiber blankets as quilt backings. I’d love for you to check it out to see if one of these blankets is right for your next project!
Flannel as a Quilt Backing
When we think of cozy, warm, winter quilts, flannel is one of the first things that comes to mind! Read here about how to use flannel as a backing fabric for your next winter quilt.
Minky as Quilt Backings
Oh, minky! The softest, most luxurious pain the butt backing fabric around. Look over this blog post to see when it good to use and how to do it so we are all set up for success.
Sheets as Quilt Backings
‘Can I send a sheet as my backing to TCQ?’ While the initial answer is short and may surprise you, we take some time discussing some of the nuances around this issue so you feel confident the next time you consider a sheet for backing.
Quilt Prep: Backing 8” Bigger Than Top
Longarmers all ask for your backing to be bigger, usually 3-4” on all four sides, than your quilt top. Why? Trace Creek Quilting explains the purpose of this extra fabric, and whether or not you can expect the extra to be returned.
Quilt Prep: Square Backings
A square backing is the very first step in setting us up for success during the longarming process. But what IS a square backing, and just as importantly, what ISN’T a square backing? We cover it all right here!
Batting Selection
We offer batting! Selecting batting is just one of the steps in the quilt prep process. Here we discuss our options and the most common questions we see in regards to batting.
Trimming Selvage
Trimming selvage is a basic step in the quilting process that is often overlooked or not fully explained. Here are my thoughts as a longarmer that may be helpful when deciding when to trim your fabric’s selvage.
Piecing Backings
Your quilt is read to go to TCQ but you still have to piece that darn backing. No worries - we are happy to piece it for you! Read on for all the details.