Quilting Tips

Fractions and Yardage in Inches

Fat Quarter = 18" wide (selvage edge) x 22.5" high (cut at fold from bolt)

Ragtime Quilt Yardage

Based on the original Ragtime Quilt by Quilt Company

Number of fabrics may be increased or decreased by assorting yardage in increments of 5/8 yards. For example, in queen, use 5 yards for 9 fabrics or for large throw use 5/8 of 30 fabrics for more variety.

Minkee Blankee

Simply layer the following dimensions wrong sides together, trim evenly and apply traditional quilt binding (for best results: increase binding width to 3 or even 4 inches) Minkee has a slight stretch (more on the cross grain between selvages) pin frequently and use a walking foot to decrease presser foot pressure to reduce stretch.

Content: 100% Synthetic -- 58" wide -- machine washable

For best results: keep it simple, pin every 1/2" to 1" and watch directional stretch. 
Flannel can/will shrink, Minkee won't, consider prewashing flannel.  Work with flannel on
top, this creates less stretch.

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