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Needless to say I’ve ordered the sample pack and can then test them all and compare the results. Thread - Suzy Quilts, 8 Things You Never Knew About the Tailor's Clapper - Suzy Quilts, More Beginner Quilting Questions Answered: Part II - Suzy Quilts, http://www.quiltersdreambatting.com/products/dream-angel/, 10 Creepy & Fun Halloween Sewing DIYs - Suzy Quilts, How To Make A Minky Baby Blanket In 30 Minutes! image[ number++ ] = "
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Fiberco. Even the directions on 505 say ‘to remove adhesive – dry clean’. Reg: $27-$70. Thanks for sharing your wisdom. What would you suggest? Wondering if I could put 2 layers of batting to make the quilts extra fluffy? Here are the three brands that get the Suzy Stamp of Approval: During my long and grueling quest to find the perfect batting, I met a spiritual guide...through a dream. I am considering bamboo but I find that most are sold with scrim. I don’t like all the puckering once you wash cotton batting quits. I think that helped a lot. What would you suggest? Pingback: SQ Thoughts on Picking Shoes - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Quilting Terms, Tools & Supplies - Suzy Quilts. That makes the dark colors look really vibrant and isn’t noticeable if it does migrate to the top. What makes you say that wool is not suited for washing? I once heard someone that said she used flannel as batting, but I thought flannel shrinked a lot. From shop QuiltedMemoriesLLC. Thanks! I prefer a cotton batting for my projects but my concern is the weight of a quilt as a cover for a baby.
I make baby quilts for NICU babies to cover the isolete. If you don’t like puckering be sure to pre-wash your fabric and also think about using poly thread or a poly thread blend. g_mapProds['4!11558'] = {"sProdRef":"4!11558","nPrice":1195,"sTax1Rate":"20","sTax2Rate":"","nPricingModel":0,"bOvrStaticPrice":1,"bSequentialChoices":1,"bAssemblyProduct":0}; £25.50
Wool and cotton will probably be a bit heavier. Any ideas? Unfortunately they are not making it any more. I often use Pellon wool, it is light as a feather and not too warm. To top that off, when I finished, I washed it to get the adhesive out and the thing started bearding. Check out the Quilting 101 tab for everything you need to know to start your first quilt! $41.99 - $61.99. Recently Viewed. So perhaps Cotton poly blend? Also known as wadding, quilt batting is a layer of material used to fill quilts, giving them warmth, thickness, and weight. Love your article and all the wonderful information. I never had that problem. I am making a summer quilt for our bed and want it to be very lightweight. If you are a pin baster, use more pins than normal. This post is fantastic and so informative. I know this is an old post, but what you said about what they used to use reminded me. 95. 1) Nope! I’ve recently seen some of it and it is beautiful but where would it fall in your list? $85.95 - $199.95. Next time you’re having a panic attack in the batting aisle, hit me up , I’ve only used cotton and poly-cotton but I was surprised when I used the poly cotton that the quilting had to be a lot closer. However, the biggest negative in creating a quilt from a down comforter is that down comforters typically last 10-15 years and then the feathers have either migrated out or have been completely crushed into oblivion. - Suzy Quilts, Your Guide to Finding the Best Thimble - Suzy Quilts, Simple and Elegant Quilted Table Runner Tutorial - Suzy Quilts, Free Little Houses Baby Quilt Pattern - Suzy Quilts, Free Waffle Cone Quilt Pattern: An Example of the American Dream - Suzy Quilts, https://suzyquilts.com/wash-and-care-for-a-quilt/, The 2 Absolute Best Pins for Quilting - Suzy Quilts, Fusible Batting Tape: Why You Need It & How to Use It - Suzy Quilts, The Difference Between Cotton and Poly Thread: A Hard-Hitting Interview - Suzy Quilts, Sewing Advice for Quilters by a Quilter - Suzy Quilts, Must-Have Quilting Tools: Secrets to the Best Sewing Toolbox - Suzy Quilts, 5 Secrets to Machine Quilting with 12 wt. I have found cotton poly blends to have a floppier drape straight off the sewing machine. In your experience which one beards the least of the wool batting? I love that it is thin, light weight, and super easy to quilt. You’re first quilt is going to be a king? g_mapProds['4!11559'] = {"sProdRef":"4!11559","nPrice":2450,"sTax1Rate":"20","sTax2Rate":"","nPricingModel":0,"bOvrStaticPrice":1,"bSequentialChoices":1,"bAssemblyProduct":0}; £35.95
Postage from Australia is horribly expensive, and I’m trying to find out which type of batting weighs less: wool-poly (Nu-Wool 60-40 is my go-to), cotton, bamboo, or maybe the lightest weight of polar fleece. I am tying the quilts with yarn, not quilting. Do you find cotton of poly-cotton to be more drapey/less stiff? Was wondering if you have heard of it?? Thanks for a great article – very informative. I have more info on that in this blog post – https://suzyquilts.com/why-bamboo-batting-makes-the-perfect-summer-quilt/, Thank you for your comment, I appreciate the advice! FAST & FREE. (And trust me, there are few things as frustrating as finishing a quilt only to notice that you can see a 1/4" black dot UNDERNEATH your white fabric. Read and reread your awesome article and the comments– but I see no mention specifically of Mountain Mist Cream Rose cotton needled batting. Quilters Dream's unique processing creates wool batting with exceptionally soft drape, uniformity and strength. I didn’t read all the comments so I hope I’m not reasking a question?? A 60/40 cotton poly blend would probably suit you best. Should I use it with a large quilt top I LOVE– or save it for the projects going to lesser loved family members?? One thing I didn’t see mentioned about cotton batting: if you are making a wall hanging/art quilt, do NOT use cotton. I haven’t heard that. . It's important to choose the right batting loft and fiber contents for your quilt's end use. Quilt up to 4" apart. Any suggestions? I wash all my quilts in my washing machine (no dryer) and never had a problem with bearding ! Only 14 left in stock - order soon. If you have a few extra bucks to spend, opt for a cotton or wool batting. ), (Pictured below is a free quilt pattern -. yuck.
I like how cotton breathes and it’s about all I use. Brand name matters, I recommend the one Hobby Lobby sells, blue can, use a coupon. £13.20 to £41.30. My mom made three of my children warm, heavy quilts like this before she died. Well, I guess I should admit that once I found Quilter’s Dream Bamboo batting I refuse to use any other brand, so maybe the other brands create lint? Thanks for all your insight! BTW – just found your blog, Suzy, and LOVE all the tips! Complete Matilda's Own Wool wadding roll: 2.4m wide x 30 metres long. One of the best for hand quilting, and easily machine quilted.
Fairfield Poly-Fil Extra-Loft Batting. The one thing I think works in your favor is that your down comforter has already been quilted a bit – which means the feathers won’t all bunch at the bottom. hmmmm….I would be guessing, but my guess would be wool. SOFT & ELEGANT 80% COTTON 20% POLY BLEND 90" BATTING/WADDING QUILT CRAFT PATCHWORK QUILTING FABRIC MATERIAL MACHINE HAND. Spray basting was making a mess in my house. Any thoughts or tips on using two layers of batting? http://www.quiltersdreambatting.com/products/dream-angel/. Quilts with this blend of fibers can be washed many times and will get softer over time. It is bad for your lungs and the environment, it leaves a sticky residue on your quilt, too. Nu-Wool Wadding White. I hand quilted it for about three years then got impatient and asked a friend to longarm it. I am a bit nervous to get this large quilt onto my Bernina 1230, even with having purchased a walking foot and darning foot. image[ number++ ] = "
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I’m working on my very first quilt, a throw size for my bedroom. I bought an old ‘puffy’ quilt and I opened one of the puffs and they are filled with silk stockings. I think I want to do my next quilt on a longarm and I’ve seen some people do two layers of batting to get the quilting to really “pop”. I read your wonderful column with so much advice from so many! I longarm quilts, the 1/8 is too thin, a piece of flannel would do as well. That batting is very light and soft with a beautiful drape. Large pieces of flannel would be quite durable and should hold up over time just as regular batting. Great info – Thanks so much for the post! What is the very thinnest (lowest loft) batting? I’m usually not one to iron my batting before basting, but in this case either iron your batting, or throw them in the dryer for a quick tumble dry to loosen up any deep creases. No thank you, I ♥ my curved safety pins and I can remove them without professional help lol. Required fields are marked *. My Alpaca Experience . Toasty Cotton batting is the perfect 100% natural cotton quilt batting for all of your quilts and crafts. Hobbs Heirloom® Premium 100% Wool Batting has become one of our most sought after battings due to its soft and luxurious feel and the way it brings out a quilter’s piecing and stitching. £2.50 to £4.50 (£0.15/m) Free postage. Thank you for the great article. This brought back a memory of when I was in high school (decades ago) and making stuffed animals. Buy Pellon & Fairfield batting at JOANN. I like the puff but I don’t have enough experience to know when to use it. However, like you say, it’s not the warmest material out there. Love the loft and weight. Sometimes I recommend products, and if you click on those links, I may earn a small commission. I also feel this way when picking out quilt batting. However, we have learned a few lessons since then and there’s a reason we don’t use feathers in our quilts anymore. I’m not sure I can get the backing to be big enough. image[ number++ ] = "
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In fact, it may be the warmest quilt batting. 19 watching. I have used both 100% cotton and cotton poly blend batting in placemats and table runners and years later they are still in great condition. number = 0;
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Since the finished Triangle Jitters throw is 54″ x 60″ you will have zero wiggle room on the top and bottom. It’s also veeeery fluffy and relatively easy to work with when quilting. P.S. Suzy, I hope you will see this reply since I can’t figure out how to leave an original comment. The nearest place to buy batting is a Joann’s, but I can get deliveries out in the country where I live. I finally finished it before my son graduated from high school. So, a nice compromise, if you want your sweet Valentine’s love quilt to last as long as your marriage (forever! Hi Suzy!! image[number++] = "
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Thanks so much! Hobbs Batting Wool King Size Quilt Batting. (Will it shrink inside?) I am making a baby blanket 36 x 36 and I was going to use it. Any tips would be appreciated. I have a weird batting story… I finished a quilt recently that I started over ten years ago when I was young and had no idea I was using too many colours. Only 13 left in stock - order soon. If you’re looking for a warm batting, look no further than wool. off, Pingback: Fusible Batting Tape: Why You Need It & How to Use It - Suzy Quilts. - Suzy Quilts, Bluefig Sewing Bags – Stylish and Practical! A cotton-poly blend with a wool on top? Pingback: Why Wool Batting Makes the Warmest Quilts - Suzy Quilts. I have found it common for cotton batting, specifically, to be thinner and denser than it used to be. I miss it, would love to try their cotton wool blend, but I have only seen it in a big roll and want to try before I buy a huge amount. image[ number++ ] = ""
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. Thank you!! The loft is a little bit more than cotton. Probably around 4. I would have to order online so I can’t see/touch/feel the difference. Like all things cotton, we’re used to cotton shrinking a little bit. Has anyone found a problem with this wadding? Wash it a couple times and I bet all stiffness will be gone. Some batts are bonded and some needle-punched so it comes in different lofts. And what a wonderful dream it was! Or, I used to. Recently I’ve gotten a little addicted to Quilter’s Dream Deluxe Poly. It doesn’t lose shape and provides durability. Typically fusible batting is only activated by steam – which means that I was on my hands and knees trying to steam iron a quilt while it was on the floor. image[ number++ ] = "
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How about silk batting? 5 out of 5 stars (2,734) 2,734 reviews. I will continue to stalk you. Pingback: Quilting on a Budget with Poly-Blend Batting - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: An Honest Oliso Iron Review: Is It the Best Iron for You? Choose the items you love and select Zip at checkout. - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Your Guide to Finding the Best Thimble - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Simple and Elegant Quilted Table Runner Tutorial - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Free Little Houses Baby Quilt Pattern - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Free Waffle Cone Quilt Pattern: An Example of the American Dream - Suzy Quilts. a bit expensive. Most packaged batting does not need to be prewashed and it should say so on the usage instructions. Know the Skinny on Scrim. The existence of silk batting is news to me! FREE Shipping by Amazon. $36.99. I’m making my first quilt with your triangle jitters pattern and have been reading so many of your tutorials along the way. I hadn’t thought about using a sheet. Hi Suzy, It is possible to receive one more quickly on most occasions. Crazy question: I have a hankering to use my thin, light feather comforter as batting… Provided I could keep the feathers from shifting and maybe using tie and thread techniques… Feasible or horrendous nightmare? Quilters Dream Orient Bamboo blend would be a good option. I didn’t know about the dry cleaning! It drapes soooo nicely. I've tried all of the big box store brands, and Pellon is where I keep coming back. From shop fabricsbythesea. Yikes! Much. image[ number++ ] = "
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Get it as soon as Wed, Jan 13. Dreamy for Hand and Machine Quilting. Quilters Dream Wool Batting Color: Creamy Light Yellow (color of natural Wool). I like being able to do loose quilting sometimes! image[number++] = ""
If I use that brand I tend to stick with Warm & White (no dark specks). Did you mention which one is your fav? Hmmmm…Flannel is pretty soft. Will that look okay? function image() { };
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I’ll let you know what I hear back. I haven’t tried WinLine, so I can’t say, however now that you’ve brought it to my attention, I’m going to have to get my hands on some. Stk. I always wondered why my quilts were stiff. If you’re working with a small space hand quilting won’t be the tricky part, basting the quilt sandwich will be. Hi! Bamboo is considered a lightweight quilt batting while wool quilt batting is one of the densest. I didn’t have time to read all the comments to see if this was addressed but do you know which batting is less flammable? image[number++] = "
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Needless to say I’ve ordered the sample pack and can then test them all and compare the results. Thread - Suzy Quilts, 8 Things You Never Knew About the Tailor's Clapper - Suzy Quilts, More Beginner Quilting Questions Answered: Part II - Suzy Quilts, http://www.quiltersdreambatting.com/products/dream-angel/, 10 Creepy & Fun Halloween Sewing DIYs - Suzy Quilts, How To Make A Minky Baby Blanket In 30 Minutes! image[ number++ ] = ""
Fiberco. Even the directions on 505 say ‘to remove adhesive – dry clean’. Reg: $27-$70. Thanks for sharing your wisdom. What would you suggest? Wondering if I could put 2 layers of batting to make the quilts extra fluffy? Here are the three brands that get the Suzy Stamp of Approval: During my long and grueling quest to find the perfect batting, I met a spiritual guide...through a dream. I am considering bamboo but I find that most are sold with scrim. I don’t like all the puckering once you wash cotton batting quits. I think that helped a lot. What would you suggest? Pingback: SQ Thoughts on Picking Shoes - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Quilting Terms, Tools & Supplies - Suzy Quilts. That makes the dark colors look really vibrant and isn’t noticeable if it does migrate to the top. What makes you say that wool is not suited for washing? I once heard someone that said she used flannel as batting, but I thought flannel shrinked a lot. From shop QuiltedMemoriesLLC. Thanks! I prefer a cotton batting for my projects but my concern is the weight of a quilt as a cover for a baby.
I make baby quilts for NICU babies to cover the isolete. If you don’t like puckering be sure to pre-wash your fabric and also think about using poly thread or a poly thread blend. g_mapProds['4!11558'] = {"sProdRef":"4!11558","nPrice":1195,"sTax1Rate":"20","sTax2Rate":"","nPricingModel":0,"bOvrStaticPrice":1,"bSequentialChoices":1,"bAssemblyProduct":0}; £25.50
Wool and cotton will probably be a bit heavier. Any ideas? Unfortunately they are not making it any more. I often use Pellon wool, it is light as a feather and not too warm. To top that off, when I finished, I washed it to get the adhesive out and the thing started bearding. Check out the Quilting 101 tab for everything you need to know to start your first quilt! $41.99 - $61.99. Recently Viewed. So perhaps Cotton poly blend? Also known as wadding, quilt batting is a layer of material used to fill quilts, giving them warmth, thickness, and weight. Love your article and all the wonderful information. I never had that problem. I am making a summer quilt for our bed and want it to be very lightweight. If you are a pin baster, use more pins than normal. This post is fantastic and so informative. I know this is an old post, but what you said about what they used to use reminded me. 95. 1) Nope! I’ve recently seen some of it and it is beautiful but where would it fall in your list? $85.95 - $199.95. Next time you’re having a panic attack in the batting aisle, hit me up , I’ve only used cotton and poly-cotton but I was surprised when I used the poly cotton that the quilting had to be a lot closer. However, the biggest negative in creating a quilt from a down comforter is that down comforters typically last 10-15 years and then the feathers have either migrated out or have been completely crushed into oblivion. - Suzy Quilts, Your Guide to Finding the Best Thimble - Suzy Quilts, Simple and Elegant Quilted Table Runner Tutorial - Suzy Quilts, Free Little Houses Baby Quilt Pattern - Suzy Quilts, Free Waffle Cone Quilt Pattern: An Example of the American Dream - Suzy Quilts, https://suzyquilts.com/wash-and-care-for-a-quilt/, The 2 Absolute Best Pins for Quilting - Suzy Quilts, Fusible Batting Tape: Why You Need It & How to Use It - Suzy Quilts, The Difference Between Cotton and Poly Thread: A Hard-Hitting Interview - Suzy Quilts, Sewing Advice for Quilters by a Quilter - Suzy Quilts, Must-Have Quilting Tools: Secrets to the Best Sewing Toolbox - Suzy Quilts, 5 Secrets to Machine Quilting with 12 wt. I have found cotton poly blends to have a floppier drape straight off the sewing machine. In your experience which one beards the least of the wool batting? I love that it is thin, light weight, and super easy to quilt. You’re first quilt is going to be a king? g_mapProds['4!11559'] = {"sProdRef":"4!11559","nPrice":2450,"sTax1Rate":"20","sTax2Rate":"","nPricingModel":0,"bOvrStaticPrice":1,"bSequentialChoices":1,"bAssemblyProduct":0}; £35.95
Postage from Australia is horribly expensive, and I’m trying to find out which type of batting weighs less: wool-poly (Nu-Wool 60-40 is my go-to), cotton, bamboo, or maybe the lightest weight of polar fleece. I am tying the quilts with yarn, not quilting. Do you find cotton of poly-cotton to be more drapey/less stiff? Was wondering if you have heard of it?? Thanks for a great article – very informative. I have more info on that in this blog post – https://suzyquilts.com/why-bamboo-batting-makes-the-perfect-summer-quilt/, Thank you for your comment, I appreciate the advice! FAST & FREE. (And trust me, there are few things as frustrating as finishing a quilt only to notice that you can see a 1/4" black dot UNDERNEATH your white fabric. Read and reread your awesome article and the comments– but I see no mention specifically of Mountain Mist Cream Rose cotton needled batting. Quilters Dream's unique processing creates wool batting with exceptionally soft drape, uniformity and strength. I didn’t read all the comments so I hope I’m not reasking a question?? A 60/40 cotton poly blend would probably suit you best. Should I use it with a large quilt top I LOVE– or save it for the projects going to lesser loved family members?? One thing I didn’t see mentioned about cotton batting: if you are making a wall hanging/art quilt, do NOT use cotton. I haven’t heard that. . It's important to choose the right batting loft and fiber contents for your quilt's end use. Quilt up to 4" apart. Any suggestions? I wash all my quilts in my washing machine (no dryer) and never had a problem with bearding ! Only 14 left in stock - order soon. If you have a few extra bucks to spend, opt for a cotton or wool batting. ), (Pictured below is a free quilt pattern -. yuck.
I like how cotton breathes and it’s about all I use. Brand name matters, I recommend the one Hobby Lobby sells, blue can, use a coupon. £13.20 to £41.30. My mom made three of my children warm, heavy quilts like this before she died. Well, I guess I should admit that once I found Quilter’s Dream Bamboo batting I refuse to use any other brand, so maybe the other brands create lint? Thanks for all your insight! BTW – just found your blog, Suzy, and LOVE all the tips! Complete Matilda's Own Wool wadding roll: 2.4m wide x 30 metres long. One of the best for hand quilting, and easily machine quilted.
Fairfield Poly-Fil Extra-Loft Batting. The one thing I think works in your favor is that your down comforter has already been quilted a bit – which means the feathers won’t all bunch at the bottom. hmmmm….I would be guessing, but my guess would be wool. SOFT & ELEGANT 80% COTTON 20% POLY BLEND 90" BATTING/WADDING QUILT CRAFT PATCHWORK QUILTING FABRIC MATERIAL MACHINE HAND. Spray basting was making a mess in my house. Any thoughts or tips on using two layers of batting? http://www.quiltersdreambatting.com/products/dream-angel/. Quilts with this blend of fibers can be washed many times and will get softer over time. It is bad for your lungs and the environment, it leaves a sticky residue on your quilt, too. Nu-Wool Wadding White. I hand quilted it for about three years then got impatient and asked a friend to longarm it. I am a bit nervous to get this large quilt onto my Bernina 1230, even with having purchased a walking foot and darning foot. image[ number++ ] = ""
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I’m working on my very first quilt, a throw size for my bedroom. I bought an old ‘puffy’ quilt and I opened one of the puffs and they are filled with silk stockings. I think I want to do my next quilt on a longarm and I’ve seen some people do two layers of batting to get the quilting to really “pop”. I read your wonderful column with so much advice from so many! I longarm quilts, the 1/8 is too thin, a piece of flannel would do as well. That batting is very light and soft with a beautiful drape. Large pieces of flannel would be quite durable and should hold up over time just as regular batting. Great info – Thanks so much for the post! What is the very thinnest (lowest loft) batting? I’m usually not one to iron my batting before basting, but in this case either iron your batting, or throw them in the dryer for a quick tumble dry to loosen up any deep creases. No thank you, I ♥ my curved safety pins and I can remove them without professional help lol. Required fields are marked *. My Alpaca Experience . Toasty Cotton batting is the perfect 100% natural cotton quilt batting for all of your quilts and crafts. Hobbs Heirloom® Premium 100% Wool Batting has become one of our most sought after battings due to its soft and luxurious feel and the way it brings out a quilter’s piecing and stitching. £2.50 to £4.50 (£0.15/m) Free postage. Thank you for the great article. This brought back a memory of when I was in high school (decades ago) and making stuffed animals. Buy Pellon & Fairfield batting at JOANN. I like the puff but I don’t have enough experience to know when to use it. However, like you say, it’s not the warmest material out there. Love the loft and weight. Sometimes I recommend products, and if you click on those links, I may earn a small commission. I also feel this way when picking out quilt batting. However, we have learned a few lessons since then and there’s a reason we don’t use feathers in our quilts anymore. I’m not sure I can get the backing to be big enough. image[ number++ ] = ""
In fact, it may be the warmest quilt batting. 19 watching. I have used both 100% cotton and cotton poly blend batting in placemats and table runners and years later they are still in great condition. number = 0;
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Since the finished Triangle Jitters throw is 54″ x 60″ you will have zero wiggle room on the top and bottom. It’s also veeeery fluffy and relatively easy to work with when quilting. P.S. Suzy, I hope you will see this reply since I can’t figure out how to leave an original comment. The nearest place to buy batting is a Joann’s, but I can get deliveries out in the country where I live. I finally finished it before my son graduated from high school. So, a nice compromise, if you want your sweet Valentine’s love quilt to last as long as your marriage (forever! Hi Suzy!! image[number++] = ""
Thanks so much! Hobbs Batting Wool King Size Quilt Batting. (Will it shrink inside?) I am making a baby blanket 36 x 36 and I was going to use it. Any tips would be appreciated. I have a weird batting story… I finished a quilt recently that I started over ten years ago when I was young and had no idea I was using too many colours. Only 13 left in stock - order soon. If you’re looking for a warm batting, look no further than wool. off, Pingback: Fusible Batting Tape: Why You Need It & How to Use It - Suzy Quilts. - Suzy Quilts, Bluefig Sewing Bags – Stylish and Practical! A cotton-poly blend with a wool on top? Pingback: Why Wool Batting Makes the Warmest Quilts - Suzy Quilts. I have found it common for cotton batting, specifically, to be thinner and denser than it used to be. I miss it, would love to try their cotton wool blend, but I have only seen it in a big roll and want to try before I buy a huge amount. image[ number++ ] = ""
Man I said 2 questions, but that turned into 4! Working on a baby quilt. image[ number++ ] = ""
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. Thank you!! The loft is a little bit more than cotton. Probably around 4. I would have to order online so I can’t see/touch/feel the difference. Like all things cotton, we’re used to cotton shrinking a little bit. Has anyone found a problem with this wadding? Wash it a couple times and I bet all stiffness will be gone. Some batts are bonded and some needle-punched so it comes in different lofts. And what a wonderful dream it was! Or, I used to. Recently I’ve gotten a little addicted to Quilter’s Dream Deluxe Poly. It doesn’t lose shape and provides durability. Typically fusible batting is only activated by steam – which means that I was on my hands and knees trying to steam iron a quilt while it was on the floor. image[ number++ ] = ""
How about silk batting? 5 out of 5 stars (2,734) 2,734 reviews. I will continue to stalk you. Pingback: Quilting on a Budget with Poly-Blend Batting - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: An Honest Oliso Iron Review: Is It the Best Iron for You? Choose the items you love and select Zip at checkout. - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Your Guide to Finding the Best Thimble - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Simple and Elegant Quilted Table Runner Tutorial - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Free Little Houses Baby Quilt Pattern - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Free Waffle Cone Quilt Pattern: An Example of the American Dream - Suzy Quilts. a bit expensive. Most packaged batting does not need to be prewashed and it should say so on the usage instructions. Know the Skinny on Scrim. The existence of silk batting is news to me! FREE Shipping by Amazon. $36.99. I’m making my first quilt with your triangle jitters pattern and have been reading so many of your tutorials along the way. I hadn’t thought about using a sheet. Hi Suzy, It is possible to receive one more quickly on most occasions. Crazy question: I have a hankering to use my thin, light feather comforter as batting… Provided I could keep the feathers from shifting and maybe using tie and thread techniques… Feasible or horrendous nightmare? Quilters Dream Orient Bamboo blend would be a good option. I didn’t know about the dry cleaning! It drapes soooo nicely. I've tried all of the big box store brands, and Pellon is where I keep coming back. From shop fabricsbythesea. Yikes! Much. image[ number++ ] = ""
Get it as soon as Wed, Jan 13. Dreamy for Hand and Machine Quilting. Quilters Dream Wool Batting Color: Creamy Light Yellow (color of natural Wool). I like being able to do loose quilting sometimes! image[number++] = ""
If I use that brand I tend to stick with Warm & White (no dark specks). Did you mention which one is your fav? Hmmmm…Flannel is pretty soft. Will that look okay? function image() { };
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I’ll let you know what I hear back. I haven’t tried WinLine, so I can’t say, however now that you’ve brought it to my attention, I’m going to have to get my hands on some. Stk. I always wondered why my quilts were stiff. If you’re working with a small space hand quilting won’t be the tricky part, basting the quilt sandwich will be. Hi! Bamboo is considered a lightweight quilt batting while wool quilt batting is one of the densest. I didn’t have time to read all the comments to see if this was addressed but do you know which batting is less flammable? image[number++] = ""
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