Making a Quilt Back

An Easy Method to Join Fabric to Make a Large Quilt Backing

NOTE: This will not work if you are using a fabric with a directional design. In this instance, cut the fabric at the fold and turn one length around and continue with the instructions. This extra step will mean that the design will be running the same way on both lengths after they are joined.

Start with a length of fabric, twice the required length of the backing.
Fold in 1/2, right sides together so that it is now the required length.
Pin and sew a seam down both sides of the selvedge edges, making the seams sufficiently wide to allow the removal of the selvedge. (You can also do this with 2 separate pieces of fabric placed right sides together)
Cut the folded end with your rotary cutter, squaring it at the same time.
Now slip your cutting mat between the layers, and use your rotary cutter to cut the top layer down the centre. At this stage take care not to cut over the edge of your cutting board!
You now have a three piece backing with evenly spaced seams.
Finally "Square" up the second end to make a right angle.

Need to make the backing bigger or simply want to make it more interesting?

Read about a simple way to make an Art Backing.

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