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We are going to make some curtains,(drapes) for a extra bedroom, and want to make rag curtains, can you tell me best an a simple way to do that.

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I'd make the curtains just as you would a rag quilt - without the batting or backing. Your back will still be finished-looking because all of the seams will be raggy on the front. You can use whatever size blocks you like - 8-10 inch or smaller. No need to do the "quilting" stitching unless you want to for the design.

There are links to tips for making rag quilts here:

http://www.how-to-quilt.com/articles/index.php