qltnbe Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 I just loaded a quilt on my Millie and was already to go when I read on Facebook one of the APQS tutorials on backings.....one of which was using batiks. I have a batik loaded. Now it suggested loosening up the backing before sewing. Do you have any other advice before I start this? I was sure hoping not to run into any problems with this quilt as the top has a lot of seams (it is a mix of regular cotton fabrics and batiks). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dlnewell Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 I run all of my backs tight, regardless of the type of fabric( wovens that is). I sometimes have to do a lot of advancing and backing up, and that helps me avoid those little tucks on the back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busy Quilting Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 I have a 110" x 110" batik on the frame now. The quilt top is a Glacier Star so multiple seams. I spray my backing lightly with water as I put it on, I do that for all backings. It is not causing me any problems and I am rolling back and forth numerous times. Pinning all the unquilted areas. Yes the needle is making a different noise but I am used to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleyl Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 Use it all the time. Don't treat it any different. If you find it giving you a little more trouble with the needle piercing it I spritz it with a little water if needed. But usually only when I load to get rid of creSes. But I do that with all my backs. A new needle before and after might be my only suggestion. Shirley Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 I don't do anything special when using batik backers. I've never had any problems, dare I say that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primitive1 Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 I don't either, but I think you have to find that good tension for backings, snug enough to keep out creases, but not too loose...I check mine each time I advance the quilt to be sure it looks good underneath.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lkl Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 I don't do anything special with batik backing other than washing it first to remove sizing and excess colour dye. Leslie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daviesla Posted May 2, 2014 Report Share Posted May 2, 2014 Use a 3.5 needle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RitaR Posted May 3, 2014 Report Share Posted May 3, 2014 You could also consider a sprits of silicone spray in an area maybe 14 x 20, as you quilt. Spraying too far ahead only wastes the silicone. Rita Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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