Wide Quilt Backing Fabrics

What Are Wide Quilt Backing Fabrics?

Wide quilt backing fabrics are specially woven and produced at greater widths—typically 108 inches or wider—so that you can cover the entire back of a quilt with a single piece of fabric. This eliminates the need for piecing multiple panels together, saving time and creating a clean, professional-looking finish.

Mood's collection includes solid backs, subtle textures, and printed options, all made from high-quality cotton suitable for long-arm quilting, hand quilting, or domestic machine quilting.

Why Use Wide Back Fabric for Quilts?

If you've ever pieced together a quilt back from narrow-width cotton, you know it can be time-consuming—and sometimes, a bit frustrating. Wide back fabric for quilts eliminates that hassle entirely, offering smoother construction and a more polished final result.

Here's why quilters choose wide backing:

• No center seams — which means no puckering or misalignment

• Time savings — fewer steps and less piecing required

• Cleaner quilting surface — ideal for showing off your stitching

• Consistent grain — provides stability for large quilts

• Better long-arm performance — great for professionals and hobbyists alike

These fabrics are designed to support your quilt structurally and visually, giving the back just as much care as the top.

What Can You Make with Wide Quilt Backing Fabric?

While most people use wide backings specifically for quilting, these extra-large cottons have versatile applications:

• Quilt backings for bed-size quilts, lap quilts, or wall hangings

• Wholecloth quilts that showcase free-motion or hand quilting

• Large-scale home décor projects like duvet covers or curtains

• Tablecloths, bed skirts, or upholstery linings

• Quick-sew comforters or no-piece quilt designs

Mood Fabrics customers also love using quilt back fabric wide as a design element—selecting prints or colors that complement the quilt front or add a surprise pop of personality.

Tips for Sewing with Wide Quilt Backing Fabrics

Sewing with wide backing cotton is much like sewing with traditional quilting cotton, but even easier when it comes to prep. Because you're working with one continuous piece, be sure to square up your fabric before layering to avoid shifting.

Use a walking foot for even quilting and a universal needle (size 80/12) for smooth stitching. Always pre-wash your backing to eliminate shrinkage and stabilize the weave, especially when pairing it with a pre-washed quilt top.

When basting, take advantage of the wider surface to align and smooth without interruption from seam lines.

Why Buy Wide Quilt Backing Fabrics from Mood?

At Mood Fabrics, we're proud to offer one of the best selections of wide quilt backing fabrics online, sourced for their strength, softness, and color integrity. Whether you're finishing a traditional patchwork quilt or a bold modern design, our wide backs come in colors and prints that work across all styles.

Our fabrics are trusted by quilters around the world for their smooth finish, tight weave, and excellent performance on both domestic and long-arm machines. And with our detailed product descriptions, fast shipping, and customer service experts ready to help, finishing your quilt has never been easier—or more beautiful.

Shop Wide Back Fabric for Quilts Today

Complete your quilt with the confidence of a flawless finish using wide quilt backing fabric from MoodFabrics.com. With our selection of soft, durable, and design-forward wide backings, you can skip the piecing and focus on the stitching that matters most.

Shop now to find the perfect backing for your next quilt—and give your hard work the foundation it deserves.

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