issues with quilting density?

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So, I'm curious -- what really can happen if you don't quilt as "densely" as specified for the particular batting you're using? For example, if it says to quilt every 4" and I only have 6" spacing, what problems might arise? Is this mostly an issue when washing later?

Thanks, Ann

Diana Curtis · Accepted Answer

The quilt police will fall upon your house in one fell swoop and confiscateall your quilting materials.Or...Whats more likely to happen is that the batt will pull apart more during useand washing.Diana--

Ann Adamson · Answer

So, I'm curious -- what really can happen if you don't quilt as "densely" as specified for the particular batting you're using? For example, if it says to quilt every 4" and I only have 6" spacing, what problems might arise? Is this mostly an issue when washing later?

Thanks, Ann

Walt & Cheri Carroll · Answer

Yes, everything Diana said. Also have a look at very old quilts...the ones that have held up best over the years tend to be heavily quilted.

As was told to me once..."Once you "understand" the rules...then you'll know which ones you can break"

Cheri On Vancouver Island, Canada

Clooniff · Answer

In addition, if you are planning to hang the quilt, there may be issues withthe surface of the quilt sagging or rippling in the open areas due to lackof support.Betty in CT

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