{"title":"Quilt Kit Builder Step 4 - Quilt Backing Fabric","description":"\u003cp\u003eQuilt Kit Builder Step 4 — Quilt Backing Fabric at Linda’s Electric Quilters is where you choose the fabric that will cover the entire back of your finished quilt. The backing is a canvas for your quilting stitches and an important design element in its own right — visible every time the quilt is used and as beautiful as the top when chosen thoughtfully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much backing fabric do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost quilts require backing fabric that is at least 4 to 8 inches larger than the quilt top on all sides — for longarm loading and trimming. Your pattern will list the specific backing yardage requirement. For large quilts, choose a wideback fabric to avoid piecing a center seam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between regular fabric and wideback for quilt backing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStandard quilting cotton is 44 to 45 inches wide, requiring piecing for backings wider than that. Wideback fabric is 60 inches or wider, allowing you to back most quilts in a single, seamless piece. Browse our Wideback Fabric collection for extra-wide options in Step 4.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use any fabric from Linda’s store as quilt backing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes! Any quilting cotton, wideback, or specialty fabric can serve as a quilt backing. Choose something you love — the back of the quilt gets seen and appreciated just as much as the top.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat backing fabric works best for longarm quilting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSmooth, tightly woven quilting cotton is easiest to load on a longarm frame. Avoid stretchy fabrics or fabrics that pucker when pulled to tension. Widebacks are particularly popular for longarm quilters because they eliminate the center seam.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/battingcompany.com\/collections\/quilt-kit-builder-step-4-quilt-backing-fabric.oembed?page=16","provider":"The Batting Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}