What is the best fabric (natural or synthetic) for a quilt back?
Either natural or synthetic fabric will work well for a quilt back although use of a fabric which has the same fiber content as the top is recommended so all fabrics will wear evenly. Other things to consider: bulk of fabric if seams are required and stretchiness of fabric. We have used fleece, Minkee and other stretchy fabrics with success however although every precaution is taken, tucks or puckering may occur during quilting. (Mounting stretchy fabrics with the selvage edge perpendicular to the pick-up roller on the machine will help reduce stretching, so plan accordingly if the back requires seams to make it large enough.
Either natural or synthetic fabric will work well for a quilt back although use of a fabric which has the same fiber content as the top is recommended so all fabrics will wear evenly. Other things to consider: bulk of fabric if seams are required and stretchiness of fabric. We have used fleece, Minkee and other stretchy fabrics with success however although every precaution is taken, tucks or puckering may occur during quilting.
