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Flannel
Tips
SEWING
- Use
a scant seam allowance due to the thicker seams.
- Use
a slightly longer stitch length.
- If
possible, loosen the presser foot pressure slightly.
- Cotton
thread is recommended.
- Patterns
specific for non-flannels may be used if pieces are larger.
- When
pressing, it is acceptable to use steam. Just be sure
to press down on the seams, not iron across seams, which
may stretch the flannel.
PRE-WASHING
To
pre-wash or not to pre-wash is a personal choice. Flannels
that are not pre-washed will shrink more the first time the
finished quilt is washed. Pre-washed flannels will shrink
before use & have a firmer weave for easier handling when
sewn. Pre-washing is a good idea if you are making a
scrap flannel project that includes fabrics from several companies,
since they may shrink differently. There will be additional
shrinkage when the finished quilt is washed. Flannels
may continue to shrink for several washings. When washing
the finished quilt, use cold water & a gentle cycle.
The quilt may be line dried or put in a cool dryer.
BATTING
& QUILTING
- Dense,
compact, cotton or cotton blend battings such as Warm &
Natural, Hobb's Heirloom Cotton, and Quilter's Dream will
work well.
- Polar
fleece backing may be used with no batting.
- Basting
spray works well on flannels.
- Simple
quilting such as stitch in the ditch and/or cross-hatching
may be used as long as there is adequate quilting to support
the type of batting used.
- More
intricate quilting also works well & looks wonderful
after the quilt has been washed.
- Cotton
thread works very well for quilting. Rayon thread
may also be used.
These
tips are from personal observations & experiences only.
They are not intended to be the final answer to "How
to work with flannel."
There are no rules in quilting - just guidelines. |
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