Have you ever needed backing for a quilt and not had the exact single cut of fabric? Let's talk about it.
I needed a quilt backing that measured at least 57" long. I didn't have that, but I did have a cut that was over a yard, and a half yard of another fabric. Perfect!
First, I straightened the edges by ripping the fabric. This makes sure I won't have an issues with the piecing. Then, rip again along the length of fabric. This effectively makes that half yard of fabric into two fat quarters.
Keeping the selvage edges matched up (around here the selvage doesn't get trimmed until the quilting is done) sew the shorter fabric to one end of the longer piece, and to the other end of the other long piece. This will keep the directional fabric in the same orientation. Use a wide 5/8" seam allowance and press open all seams to reduce bulk.
Then, seam the two long pieces together down the middle. Now, I have a backing that is long enough for my quilt but don't have a single, long seam that goes from side to side of the quilt. I think this gives the backing a little more interest, too.
My favorite tools and supplies (affiliate links):
Accuquilt Go! - This is the basic kit that I started with. The cutter, one die, and mat.
Accuquilt Ready. Set. Go! - New to Accuquilt and ready to jump into the Accuquilt Go! with both feet? This is the set for you. It includes the 8 Inch Qube and a strip cutter.
8 Inch Qube - Already have an Accuquilt Go! and just want to add to your collection of dies?
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