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From: vmorris828
Date: 07-23-2005, 02:40 PM (1 of 6)
| Hi, I have flannel fabric that I want to make into baby blanket. I can't seem to find the color flannel to match. But I do have a knit that will work. Can I used flannel & knit together on my serger? Thanks Valerie |
User: vmorris828
Member since: 11-25-2000 Total posts: 41 |
From: Aimee S
Date: 07-23-2005, 05:48 PM (2 of 6)
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sure just make sure you flannel is pre washed a couple of times. it tends to shrink more then other fabric in my opinion. I mix fabrics all the time. One time I made flannel pjs for the kids and the pants were flannel and I made knit shirts with flannel sleeves. The more you disaprove, the more fun I am having!
http://photos.yahoo.com/aimeehs29 |
User: Aimee S
Member since: 02-23-2003 Total posts: 488 
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From: bridesmom
Date: 07-24-2005, 01:17 AM (3 of 6)
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I totally agree with aimee, made a baby blanket in flannel with a knit backing and it has washed up fantastic. Made sure I washed everything first before sewing it up.
Laura
Tickled pink with my Innovis 4000D |
User: bridesmom
Member since: 01-21-2004 Total posts: 2026 |
From: mommydionne
Date: 07-25-2005, 07:16 PM (4 of 6)
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I mix fabric types on a regular basis too, flannel backed with polar fleece makes a nice baby blanket
Jeanette
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User: mommydionne
Member since: 01-08-2004 Total posts: 838 
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From: vmorris828
Date: 07-25-2005, 08:19 PM (5 of 6)
| Hi, that is great I can used different fabric for baby blankets. Next question is I had some rayon baby colors thread. I use it up & need some more. Also that is ok to use the pretty rayon threads they have? I use it on some other baby blankets & it sure makes it baby looking. Thanks for all the info. Valerie |
User: vmorris828
Member since: 11-25-2000 Total posts: 41 |
From: vmorris828
Date: 07-28-2005, 06:49 PM (6 of 6)
| Hi, I try flannel with knit. The knit seems to be more stretchy & I wash them both 2 times. I do like the blanket. But I won't do flannel & knit together again. Valerie |
User: vmorris828
Member since: 11-25-2000 Total posts: 41 |
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