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    Fabric for Top Quilt

    Hi folks. I've wanted to make a down quilt for years. I'm not friendly with my old sewing machine though. I'm hoping my trials and tribulations were due to a crappy old sewing machine and not due to the operator. I've got a buddy who I think will lend me a good one for a project...

    Anyway, I picked up some kmart pillows for their down, and am looking for some cheap downproof fabric for my first try at a cheap top quilt. Can anyone recommend some cheap downproof lightweight fabric? I'd like for it to be light and comfy as possible without spending a bunch. I don't want to get some supernice fabric since I'm using cheap, lower fill-power down. if this one turns out ok I might spend a bit more on good materials, but as I said this is a test.

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    --Matt

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    Rip stop nylon works I would look at what other companies used. The tableclothfactory is famous for good deals on fabric.

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    Be sure to get calendared ripstop nylon regular ripstop nylon is not downproof.
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    I recommend 1.1 ripstop from DIY gear supply. http://www.backwoodsdaydreamer.com/p...hable-fabrics/
    Scott said that the only one he guarantees is downproof is the Forest Green. It's only $3.95 a yard. He said that he has used many of the seconds for down too, without issues. The 2nds go for $3.20 a yard. One problem is that he is on vacation for a week, so if you're looking to get going soon you might have to look elsewhere.

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    I JUST received an email from him, so he's checking it at least. I will probably buy from him. I'm in no big hurry so I can wait.

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    Just placed an order today. I love making stuff. Can't wait to get started...

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