These are some of the observations I’ve made over the years regarding backing fabrics: Selecting Backing: A dense quilting pattern works best with a patterned or ‘busy’ backing- detailed art quilting works best on a patterned or busy backing- the quilting will show most clearly on a plain or small print backing fabric Measuring Backing: The ‘draw-up’ on a quilt is affected by certain variables like the type of batting and the density of the quilting, therefore it is essential that all quilt backing (and batting) are at least 8 inches wider and longer than the quilt top. If you prewash your backing be sure to square it up and…
