🔥 Quilt Backing Tips ~ Minky Fabric Hack ~ Pretty Quilt Inspiration
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- Опубликовано: 5 фев 2025
- 🔥 Quilt backing tips for using Minky or Cuddle. Minky fabric hack & tips to help you back your pretty quilt with soft minky. DON'T CUT into your pretty fabric until you watch this❣️ All Videos For Pretty Quilt Here: • ❤️Tips Cutting Fabric ...
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Excellent idea of double row on seam
I'm watching this series but realized I missed some videos and watched it out of order. Thank you for all the tips. You're a great teacher.
I have never figured out how to use minky you have opened a whole new world for me!! Thank you
Happy to help!💕
I love pink.
Me too💕
I went on utube to catch up and your smile was all it took! I’ve had a wicked horrible week and your show is just the ticket to turn me uoside down and enjoy my weekend. For that, I thank you from the top of my head and candy 💜!! P.S. I’m going to try minky again just for you. When I saw the title I wanted to run 😂
Awe...happy to help lift your spirits Jane💕 Have a great weekend❣️
Great! Tips! I will use them.
I love the polka dot binding! I’m excited to see it come together.
Me too!❣Thanks for watching Chris🤩
Tracy I had a really hard time hearing you... Don't know if itwas just me. I love all the ideas. Another great tutorial ❤️
yes...audio troubles Brenda...🤷🏻♀️Should be fixed by next video✅
Turn your volume up. It's just that easy to rectify.
Thanks hun I love watching your videos
Hi Tracy! Thank you for the shout out!🥰💗 Great video! I love the pink polka dot binding! I love pink😍 Also I have never heard of a stretchy wonder under. That is so cool!💗🤗
I love great ideas❣️ Thank you for sharing your press n seal hack with all of us💕 wonder under stretch is great for stabilizing minky❣️ Thanks again Robyn🤩
@@TheSewingChannel Thank you so much Tracy!🥰💗
I like the pink polka dot fabric to use for the binding. It very pretty! Your quilt will be beautiful!
I love the dots....but now I'm thinking maybe changing to a green dot🤷🏻♀️
@@TheSewingChannel it would be a good compliment to the rest of the pinks in the quilt. Either dots would be cute, but now that I’m imagining it, the green dots would look really pretty, depending on the shade of green you use. You’ve got a tough choice. Looking forward to seeing what you end up with.
The press and seal hack is genius!! I will definitely give it a try!
Totally works too💕
Love the polka dot for the border! Thins is coming together beautifully! Wonder under looks like a game changer!
It really is!
Love the polka-dot binding and ingenious tips you come up with Tracy❣
Thanks so much Stella! 😊
Using flannel and fusing is a fabulous idea! Thanks
Tracy, you have so many great tips and hacks! Last year I did a quilt top to some minky back, and boy, was it fluff-city at my house! Thank you for sharing and I can't wait to see your completed quilt! Its going to be gorgeous with the pink polka-dot bind! Great choice! ❤👍
Thank you Anna...I can't wait to see it done too LOL🤣❣️
Press and seal, the best tip ever!👏
Once again I learned so much!! Thank you! The Press and Seal, thread trick, and the insurance seams for backing...all great hacks! Cannot wait to see your quilt to completion!💗💝💗
Perfect binding choice thanks for all the tips! 😍💯👏🏼
Thank you Deborah❣️
Thank you
I like your border choice very much. I agree it will make your quilt shine and be beautifully framed. Good luck.
Thank you Vera💕
This is turning out to be a fantastic project! I currently have a quilt being quilted with flannel as my batting and gauze as my backing, in hopes I can use it for a summer quilt. I can't wait to see the end result with the minky and flannel. - Enough Talking Already, whip that next video out!! 🤣🤣Thank you for your videos, I really enjoy watching.
Be sure and let me know how the flannel with the gauze turns out....oh that is one combo I haven't tried yet...but I think I would LOVE it!!!❣️
@@TheSewingChannel Tracy, I thought I would give you an update: I have gotten my flannel lined and gauze backing quilt bound, washed and on my bed and it is PERFECT for a summer quilt. I did not wash the fabric for the top, the flannel, or the gauze before hand - I waited until it was all quilted and bound and it washed up perfectly. I washed with COLD water, dried with cool "heat" partially and let air dry the rest of the way. I am going to make another quilt with flannel lined and gauze backing for my spare bedroom this one turned out so great!!
The polka dot binding looks perfect 👍. I like the shade.
Gorgeous quilt. Thank you for the Minky hacks. 😊💕
Press & Seal was a game changer for my relationship with Minky!! It truly made sewing with it so much easier! Thank you Robyn! ❤ Beautiful quilt!!
Such wonderful tips! I especially love the thread idea. ❤ Oh, that pink polka dot is perfect!
Thanks so much Kris! 😊💕 I can't wait to see this one done❣️
Great tips. I love the minky
Thanks for your teaching , much appreciated, hope I can source these items in Australia ❤
You're welcome Jilly❣
Love the pink binding - and the great tips!
Thanks so much Sandy!💕
Another great.....several....ideas!
Thank you Nita💕
That quilt is STUNNING ❤
Thank you Persida💕
@@TheSewingChannel Youre Welcome Tracy! 💜
I love it!
Thank you Philyaw❣️
I love the Minky!!❤
It's so soft! Just like the one I made you❣️
@@TheSewingChannel indeed sis!!😘
When I have worked with Minky I use my walking foot…less puckering a smoother result. Love the Press n’ Seal! I have to take most of my quilts to Longarmer when they are big…so putting a half inch seam putting the backing together is standard request. They also only allow Shannon Fabric brand Minky or just forget about it. Looking forward to the watching you quilt this…Ok one last thing consider that Raspberry color binding …the polka dots are cute more pink is just making it so washed out in color. I enjoy watching sewing journeys we all go through.
I was actually thinking the same thing on the binding...LOL🤣 it does wash out...This is a process for sure. I have used all sorts of minky type products and free motion quilted on a domestic machine. I have no issues fmq with the "off brands" but when longarming I'm sure issues could arise with cheaper versions...thank you for the tip.💕
What a great idea for putting those together!! I think that binding will be adorable on your beautiful quilt 🤩. 🥰
Thank you so much Connie💕
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So many good tips, Tracy. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!💕
Great tips, love the way your quilt is coming together. ❤
Thanks so much! 😊
♥️ Looking lovely x enjoyed watching x
Thank you so much Karon💕
Yes, I agree! Batting & Minky is too heavy. Thx for flannel trip (great compromise!)
"fingers crossed" it all works out in the end💕
So many good ideas here! I need to write them down. I have used Minky on baby quilts, spray basting the layers together. The Minky I used had the little bumps which cannot be ironed, and I use minimal quilting - it worked out well.
Smaller quilts seem to be easier to keep under control✅
Great video and I love your nail polish!
Thank you 💅🏻💕
Fantastic tips, Tracy!!! I've never heard of Pelon's Wonder Under before. The tip re: putting a string/thread between the WU and flannel is genius!!! Have to agree that the flannel stabilizing the minky is a very smart idea prior to FMQing. Can't wait to see your next video!!! 🥰 BTW: Just got my surger issue straightened out, but decided to remake the bottoms of Josie's outfits. Didn't like the way the crotch seams turned out. Don't want those seams to irritate her skin, so I'm going to re-make. Stand by....
Awe thank you for making my Josie something...she will appreciate whatever she gets❣
You always have great tips! I appreciate your willingness to share them!!! Thank you for taking your time and sharing with us. 🇺🇸
Happy to help!💕
Love your idea for the minky and flannel. I just found MistyFuse, no paper backing, but have to use Teflon pressing sheets, worked great for applique, bet it would work for this also. I've also used the Press n Seal on a baby quilt, covered the top with it, drew my quilting lines, then quilted it. I
Was happy with the results, but oh my, taking all that plastic off was a real pain. Once Again, love your videos!
I haven't heard of misty fuse yet...I will have to look into that. I agree the press n seal is a winner but picking out tiny pieces is no fun LOL🤣
Misty fuse is so good. I use parchment paper. I haven’t bought the pressing sheet. I’ve also only used it for appliqué since it can be pricey.
Oh I have to try this!!! I don’t know why, but I love poofy quilts with minky…so my last one I made I used a super thick polyester batting with this gorgeous mint green minky. It came out awesome…but yes it is heavier than I like though. Never thought to use flannel for batting…and the stabilizer, genius!!! You are just full of awesome ideas Miss Tracy. 😊😊 Have a marvelous weekend.
PS: my Hobby Lobby didn’t have any of the minky you’re using so I went on their website and ordered one that “looked similar”. Crossing my fingers 🤞🫣🤞
Another tip if you try....some have said to prewash the flannel before fusing it to the minky...due to shrinkage....✅ If the minky was pink gingham then I bet it's the same💕(fingers crossed for you)🤞🏻
I just found you and I'm impressed with your sewing hacks. But I'm also interested in your iron. I've never seen one like that. It's cordless?
But did you prewash the flannel? I appreciate all of the tips as I currently have a Minky on my back - I love the stuff!!!
Love it!! Cant wait to see how you quilt it!! ❤
Thank you! 😊
I love Superior Thread's Top Stitch needles! I also order most all my thread from them too. I was lucky enough to tour their facility and watched as they wound "pre-wound" bobbins. Fascinating! Thanks for your great videos! You go girl!
Those Superior needles are the absolute BEST ever❣️ I'm hooked...and wow...how fun to see where they are made💕
I love the press and seal hack. I use it all the time but never thought of using it for quilting. Love the minky as well
Press n seal works better than I thought it would🤷🏻♀️
Great tips, thank you for sharing!
You are so welcome!💕
Fab job on the minky! I can’t wait to see how the layers turn out! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
The pink dot is pretty; but I was thinking a raspberry color might tie in the raspberry from the patchwork. Just an idea. Of course, you can see the whole thing and I’m just looking at part of it and you must do what makes you happy! 😊 But, what do you think? TFS 🌷
However, the pink dot will look fabulous with the back, and also with the front. You’ve got a shabby chic kinda theme going on there, and it is so pretty! 🌷
I had to watch it again bc I was quilting the first time and missed parts. I see now you did show the whole quilt in the beginning. I think any of those colors wd look really nice. 😊🌷
Well...the pink dot is darker....I'm actually thinking of changing it now...LOL🤣 What about a green dot? I'm thinking definitely a dot though....
@@TheSewingChannel Don’t strangle me bc of idea overload, but you know what also wd look great? Some more of that gingham, cut on the bias! 😁
@@TheSewingChannel Although looking again, I see you already hv the light pink gingham as the outer border, but it’s straight grain. So what abt the green or raspberry gingham on the diagonal?
Whatever you decide, it’s gonna be sooooooo cute!!! 😃
Hi Tracy 😊, I am hoping you can tell me if you used a presser foot pressure setting on your machine when you were straight stitching? If so could you share that information and what are the settings you used when you free motion quilted this quilt. I have a new Juki I’m trying to learn lol , it’s so different than what I’ve been sewing with. Love your videos and so appreciate your gift for teaching 🥰 . Oh and the tension settings too 😬😉
The blue line is midway for regular stitching✅ When I FMQ I lift the blue line all the way up.❤️Hope that helps.
@@TheSewingChannel Thank you so much! This definitely helps ☺️👍
I did see that video regarding the glad press and seal. Also Teancum of the Sew Yeah quilting gang, he cut Minky with an X-Acto knife on a true self healing mat to reduce all of the lint. And I also think you’re supposed to put it in the dryer with a damp towel first before you start cutting
I really was hoping you were going to show how you attached the minke to the flannel. Did you use the pool noodle method
Not sure yet...I may use pool noodles to attach...some quilts are easier to hang and baste...not sure though on this one🤷🏻♀️
Love the tips ,I wonder if the string would help after stitching thru the plastic wrap also ,or just using a strip of freezer paper
Great idea Amanda❣
I have always wanted to use Minky but am wary of it. Now I think I might give it a go, thanks to your fantastic tips. That wonder under looks really good. I have never heard of it before. It looks better than using 505 for this type of thing. Love your videos Tracy.
I think it is much better than 505 in this case with minky✅
I have used tape before to cut minky, an idea I got from Leah Day, but I think the Press and Seal would be a lot easier to do! Thanks! Can't wait to see the next installment!
Yes the press n seal worked great for the furries for sure!!!💕
This is an amazing quilting hack to rplace the batting with flannel. I am wondering though?!?! Did you prewash the falnnel so it won't shrink inside yoru quilt? Te-he-he
More on the washing of flannel in the next video hahahaha❣️
Glad I found your channel. Where did you find the pink checkered minky? You look like and speak like one of my best friends. Kinda neat.
Welcome to The Sewing Channel💕 I purchased the gingham minky at Hobby Lobby✅
I love all your tips and fun surveys but Tracy, in the last few videos I noticed that the volume is so low in many spots throughout the videos. My phone volume is maxed and I have no trouble with other channels I subscribe to.
When you are demonstrating a certain technique I don't want to be busy reading captions or the transcript.
Yes...I'm having audio trouble....I've ordered a new mic...thank you for letting me know...hopefully it will be fixed by next video❣️✅
@@TheSewingChannel awesome 👍🏼 I was trying to approach the issue gently, hoping not to offend you cuz I ❤️ u!
oh no offense at all!! I need feedback like that if something isn't working properly! My new mic just arrived couple hours ago in mail!!! Yay!!!🎉
Can you please please say which video the scallop edge quilt behind you is on xxx and thank you for all that you do for the sewing world lol xxx
Here’s the link to that video➡️ ruclips.net/video/-4-W0csbLn4/видео.html thank you for the kind comments ❣️
Hi Tracy, would you recommend this backing for your puff quilt technique?
Yes, definitely❣️
Hi Tracy,
Just made a Walmart run for press and seal, thanks for the tip. A
So, have a question. My 4 year old great grandson picked out minky and flannel at JoAnns for his Gigi (me) to sew together for a new blankly. Do you prewash flannel from JoAnns or do you think it’s okay not to prewash either one? Thanks Tracy.
I never prewash my flannel prior to making a quilt✅
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Hi Tracy, I was looking for the video where you said minky doesn't fray. Maybe it won't with the press n seal, but what I'd like to know is what brand of minky did you use when you said it doesn't fray? My experience has been that it ALWAYS frays. Let me know.
I probably didn't explain the "fray" part right LOL🤣...once minky is cut...after the fuzzy bits are brushed away...you can leave the raw edge to the outside and it won't fray or unravel✅
Thanks Tracy!@@TheSewingChannel
Please go over tension on the longarm when you quilt the minky. I tried soooooo many times and could not get the bottom of the quilt right--the stitches were too loose no matter what I did. THANKS!!
Thank you for the tiips❣️
Traci HELP! Ive loaded my minky backing on my long arm. I need reassurance that not using a batting is okay! Did you just do a meander or could I use a pantograph. I'm thinking the panto would make it too stiff. Its a baby's blanket and I want soft and cuddly.
You can totally longarm without batting ✅
Please please please add info about prewashing the flannel in the video description. I didn't watch the next video to not get ahead of myself and now made the exact same mistake of not prewashing the flannel.
My first time using Minky was challenging because I got the quilt sandwich all bunched up. My old Bernina 820 just gobbled it up. I didn't realize what happened until I tried to flatten it all out. Picking all those Minky layers was a LOT of fun. Needless to say, when I use Minky now, I baste with spray and keep it as flat as possible! 😊
Yes..you are totally right...the flatter the better✅💕
I cannot imagine picking the stitching out of the Minky! Kudos to you!
Did you WASH YOUR FLANNEL?
No I didn't prewash any of the fabric for this quilt...I will wash it when it's all done✅
@@TheSewingChannel GOOD LUCK. Cotton flannel will drastically shrink when it is washed. That is the only fabric is will pre wash.
That's interesting...thank you for the tip❣️
I've never heard of minky and you keep mentioning it. What is it?
It's a soft cuddle type fabric...think of soft furry stuff✅
@@TheSewingChannel Ah, I see it is a plush fleece - I've never sewn it and imagine it would work-up like jersey/stretch poly.
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Sounds les complicated just to vaccuum after 🤭🤭
LOL🤣 not really though...those flurries will be found for years to come haha!
Please tell me….what the heck is “minky.”
Any soft, furry type fabric💕
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