AboutConnie Hester Expertise Quilting and applique expert.Can advise on the following topics:quilting, art quilts, quilt design and construction, machine and hand quilting, paper foundation piecing, machine piecing, hand piecing, raw edge applique, turned-edge applique and fiber art.
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Question I am making a flannel quilt for a baby. Without realizing it, I purchased flannels with two different weights, and I wonder if it is advisable to use different grades of thickness in the same quilt. I would appreciate any advice you can give before I begin construction. The quilt is a simple baby bunting and is made up of 3" squares.
Thanks!
Answer Hi, Phyllis,
The most important thing to do when using any flannel is to pre-wash. Since the various flannels will wash differently (shrinking differently), it would be especially important to do this with multiple weights/thread counts before construction. I would not be that concerned about the differences after washing. If it is REAL noticable, try to randomly distribute the weights over the quilt's surface.
Another consideration: if any of the flannels are loosely woven, it would be wise to back the flannel square with muslin.
