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- Suzy Quilts, Is Knit a 4-Letter Word? hahaha! I trust the consistent quality of Quilters Dream. Pins are a one-time investment. do you have any advice as far as batting is concerned? Polyester blends also tend to cost less if you’re looking for a thrifty option. See more pics of this fluffy Maypole quilt here! I have only used warm and natural cotton for the two other quilts I have made. And what is the difference between plaque and tartar? I’m wondering if it’s better to get the combination batting for some reason………rather than the 100% bamboo (made by a couple companies…..one of them called WinLine). I have many great ones I can recommend, Crinklelove, being one of them – especially since you aren’t trying to hone a skill, and espeeeecially since basting and quilting a king-sized quilt is…well…I don’t think I’d even attempt that cause it’s huuuuuge. Does that sound right? My favorite batting so far (I have tried many) is Pellon 100% wool. Sometimes I recommend products, and if you click on those links, I may earn a small commission. Pingback: The Difference Between Cotton and Poly Thread: A Hard-Hitting Interview - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Sewing Advice for Quilters by a Quilter - Suzy Quilts, I haven’t explored that much and am no expert,but I see you not addressing such important points as practicality – natural fibers, especially wool are not suitable for washing at all, and the fact that today’s much loved cotton batting is least warm of all. It’s also expensive. batting. The manufacturer said to only use a dry iron, no steam! My major beef with Pellon and Warm & White is that after years of getting them, I found both to be inconsistent and both actually seemed to be getting thinner with every passing year. Many thanks. Thank you! Darn algebraic robot checkers…. Sometimes, it takes some experimentation to really get the hang of choosing batting (anyone have some weird batting results they want to share??) Have you ever made a baby or throw quilt and used flannel instead of batting? Gimme their emails cause I don’t believe them. And is there actual glitter in that one? Take a look at this blog post for more details and some pictures – https://suzyquilts.com/why-cotton-batting-is-the-most-popular-choice-for-quilters/, Hi Suzy. Which batting would you recommend for a wall hanging (50×70″)? I always wondered why my quilts were stiff. I’m the kind of person who goes to the toothpaste aisle of the grocery store and talks to myself for like 45 minutes, with varying degrees of hysteria. I do this all the time and use fusible table to connect the pieces – https://suzyquilts.com/fusible-batting-tape-why-you-need-it-and-how-to-use-it/, Your email address will not be published. I bought a poly blend batting with a loft of 8. For those who like to shop online or only have access to big craft shops – this stuff is very easy to come by. Also would you recommend using two pieces of fabric for the backing? Now I’m looking at batting. Good call! Fabric.com has a large selection of craft supplies, craft ribbon, embellishments, crafts fabric and organizers. I keep getting request for a heavy quilt. Heather Miller, Pingback: Tail Feather Quilt Pattern: Grab Some Fat Quarters - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: The 5 Types & Sizes of Hand Quilting Needles - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: 5 Reasons Why a Hera Marker is the Best Quilt Marking Tool - Suzy Quilts. I have found cotton poly blends to have a floppier drape straight off the sewing machine. I mean, why are there so many different toothpaste options?! 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. I am having trouble discerning unless it specifically says on the label “low loft”. Wow. A quilt is composed of layers of fabric, with soft batting in between, pieced and sewn together in decorative patterns. Warm & Natural is very comparable to Pellon. You should be fine. Quilter’s Dream batting is everything batting should be; consisting of high quality materials with soft and silky fibers. Suzy, I hope you will see this reply since I can’t figure out how to leave an original comment. Fabric was not prewashed…. Required fields are marked *. So for batting I used polar fleece! So I’m on the search for a denser, more weighty cotton or blend batting. 3. Now to your questions: I’m wondering if you ever make a wool top, as for a wall hanging, with a cotton back. Most packaged batting does not need to be prewashed and it should say so on the usage instructions. Stumbled across this in my research for my current quilt, and I’m so relieved to finally know what’s up! 2) I read the customer comments about the orient blend bamboo batting and they mention “too much lint” – I guess this means during sewing? I didn’t read all the comments so I hope I’m not reasking a question?? I’ve used pins, prefer the spray because it is simply out of the way, done with care, the quilt sandwich will be perfectly smooth. I’ll have to give bamboo batting a try sometime… that sounds awesome! Very heavy and completely cool! What makes you say that wool is not suited for washing? Regarding loft, when I started Quilting 20 years ago I remember 1/4 inch loft was desirable and easily available. Cons: Abrasive Buy: Local hardware or Dollar stores or on-line here. I love it! Don’t touch that stuff. Because it’s synthetic, it shouldn’t beard, so it would be a good option for quilts that use a lot of dark fabrics – especially if you’re using solid dark fabrics. The first quilt I ever made I did with 80/20 wool-poly batting. It’s pretty common with wool batting, and basically looks like your quilt is growing a 5 o’clock shadow. One other term you should know when checking out batting is “loft.” Loft basically refers to how thick or fluffy your batting is, with lower loft being thinner. - Suzy Quilts, Bluefig Sewing Bags – Stylish and Practical! I will go with Quilter’s Dream or Pellon. Another option if you want the quilt to be warm and snuggly is QD Wool. https://www.etsy.com/listing/454183616/alpaca-quilt-batting-all-natura-crib?&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_a-craft_supplies_and_tools-yarn_and_fiber-stuffing_batting_and_filling&utm_custom1=640cfd16-3789-4285-96b8-997132b312c8&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5arMBRDzARIsAAqmJexByWvzOprIU1lx9djPCXxYk335qKUqfBoCpMYffPb8UGJfonM6p2caAqKwEALw_wcB. The result is a thinner quilt. The backing fabric is Cuddle Luxe. I had to improvise because I am making it as a twin size. I am tying the quilts with yarn, not quilting. I have used the Hobbs Silk/poly blend-lovely -and the QD bamboo, sooo soft, both 2. I once heard someone that said she used flannel as batting, but I thought flannel shrinked a lot. Should I use it with a large quilt top I LOVE– or save it for the projects going to lesser loved family members?? Because wool from sheep raised for meat is not as soft as wool … I use Quilters Dream bamboo. Thank you for your help. I like being able to do loose quilting sometimes! Hi Suzy! Was wondering if you have heard of it?? woooow!!! Just set your tension to get good stitches, and adjust the presser foot pressure if needed. OK, it’s a bit pricey, but you’re gonna spend weeks, maybe months working a quilt to cheap-out on the batting? I will be machine quilting and I need a batting that will hold up to numerous washings. I’m tempted… but I don’t want to ruin it! Shop today for rare sales on Alpaca! PS I tried to post a photo, but couldn’t make to happen. I have just finished a king size quilt. I found a cool trick on a YouTube tutorial for making the quilt sandwich using skewers to center it. I’d say that you were just getting in touch with your inner quilt historian. She will be using when she moves to a twin size bed as she is just turning three. Or, I used to. I’ve only ever used 100% cotton, but the bamboo sounds really really nice! SILK! A rock steady pattern! BTW – just found your blog, Suzy, and LOVE all the tips! I just discovered your blog and I’m finding all sorts of useful information. How to Sew with Knits! Hopefully this gives you a pretty good preview of what all these materials have to offer, and what pricing you can expect (polyester on the low end, cotton, then wool, then bamboo at the top.) Suz, did I miss it?! 2. It’s white! Reinforce clothes and fabrics with our wide selection of dress linings and interfacing fabrics here at Spotlight. Wondering if you have an opinion about QD Orient blend with bamboo. Very dense and thick. Oh! At that time, there weren’t as many choices for batting. You are seriously one funny lady. I have a question. However, after seeing how well these quilts have held up with use EVERY single day for 10 years. Many quilters I know are all about Hobbs Heirloom wool when they go the wool route, and though it’s on the more expensive side, it’s so reliable, and drapes really well.​. I wash all my quilts in my washing machine (no dryer) and never had a problem with bearding ! Thread - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: 8 Things You Never Knew About the Tailor's Clapper - Suzy Quilts, Just ordered QD orient blend for a plus design bed quilt. The quilting companies who have wool batting have treated them with a super wash technique so that they don’t felt and that makes them machine washable. QD Deluxe Poly is awesome. Wondering if I could put 2 layers of batting to make the quilts extra fluffy? 100% cotton batting is a bit stiffer and needs to either be washed or used a lot before it’s drape mimics the cotton poly. However now I’ve read about the dreaded bearding I’m worried about using it again without advice. Good post altho, none of this information is new. I didn’t know anything about quilting, so as soon as I finished my giant masterpiece I stuck it in the wash to rinse out all the starch, and then stuck it in the drier. What am I doing wrong? Were we live right now there is a place that will process alpaca fiber (75% alpaca, 25% wool) into batting for an astonishingly reasonable price. Hi! If the quilts you’re trying to replicate feel heavy, you’ll probably want to use a relatively dense or thick batting. Low loft batting is great for a flatter finish, where you want to show off your piecing more than your quilting lines (though if you are hand quilting, choose low loft no matter how amazing your stitches are… it’s just easier.) This is a great question and the choice is really up to you since both are great options for warm-weather batting. If the fabric is prewashed, won’t the batting still shrink? (wish I could remember the brand) Needless to say I was VERY disappointed. Worth the money. I found some on ebay, but that’s not a good sign. Even cotton thread can cause a quilt to shrink a little bit when washed. Pingback: More Beginner Quilting Questions Answered: Part II - Suzy Quilts. It’s also veeeery fluffy and relatively easy to work with when quilting. I’m using a sit-down HQ Sweet Sixteen. So, unless you can assure the piece will be rolled and not folded, stick to wool, poly or some blend. Have you used poly-blend with UNwashed cotton? Quick Tip: Purchase the very fine grade. I’m working on my very first quilt, a throw size for my bedroom. It’s thicker and more dense than regular poly or cotton, but not as puffy as wool. Working on a baby quilt. This post is your one-stop-shop in finding aaaaall of the information you need to know about quilt batting. Quilters Dream has a wonderful bamboo blend batting. I don’t like all the puckering once you wash cotton batting quits. Is this impossible to find? I think you would really notice it if you used a lot of dark fabric. I use black flannel (prewashed) for batting. Love the pattern and really taught me to be more careful with pressing, Pingback: Is There a Right Side to Quilt Batting? Stunning 3-D Quilts, Peggy Pigtails, What Colour Is An Elephant and Quiltachusetts! I think a bamboo blend would be a great option – https://suzyquilts.com/how-to-choose-the-right-quilt-batting/, Pingback: The Ultimate Guide To Quilt Sizes - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: How To Sew Binding On A Quilt (VIDEO!) I am considering silk and also bamboo as an option. And one more thing you may want to consider – I used a heavy-weight home dec fabric on the back of my placemats to give them a bit more heft and make them sturdier. Very ambitious! Coverlet Things to look for: cotton seeds in the batting. Jasmine Heirlooms $120 (Eureka) pic hide this posting restore restore this posting. 20 Herringbone patterned wool So, a nice compromise, if you want your sweet Valentine’s love quilt to last as long as your marriage (forever! If you are quilting it yourself, you do not need 4″ overhang on all sides of the quilt. It’s still possible to make it work, but just know that the top and bottom of your quilt will butt up exactly to the top and bottom of your batting. Use quilting DVDs from Annie's to learn new quilting skills and techniques right from your own home. 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? That’s a little known service most provide. That was the one thing I didn’t do that I wish I did. I think that is what they are meant for is small area pressing. how much shrinkage is there and shld it be prewashed. There’s a lot of great info out there about the difference between batting’s, And I like natural fibers/supporting local wool industry, but would using a cotton/poly blend be better as it’s closer to the quilt-topper fiber content (100%cotton or cotton/poly blend t-shirts)? . When choosing the best quilt batting for your project, there are a few other things to keep in mind: Go for “white” over “natural.” Now, this may be a more personal preference, but I always go for white batting because of the darker flecks found in “natural” cotton. Any thoughts? The machine I am using is a long arm Pro Sticher in the bubbles pattern. I have used both Hobbs and Quilters’ Dream wool batting and would rate them excellent. Cut three 2-by-7-inch strips of wool or polyester batting; lay in star shape, as shown. Too many colors? Or will it just soften up as it gets used and washed? Lint from bamboo? Cotton can also bunch after washing unless quilting lines are pretty close together. Great question! I think you should cut a small sample, make a quilt sandwich, and see if it works well with ties. AND – it’s forgiving of wide unquilted areas – up to 8″. My wife and I are making one from Valentine themed specialty tea towels we’ve picked up over the years. I am sending a quilt top size 51×65 to the longarm and need to send the batting with it. Where do you buy it? 15 years ago when my mom passed away I began a butterfly quilt using all the pretty floral patterns from her house dresses. The process was miserable, not to mention that I bunched up both the backing and the quilt top. 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. Use a larger stitch length when quilting. You can read more about washing and caring for a quilt here – https://suzyquilts.com/wash-and-care-for-a-quilt/, Great info ! Washing the samples after quilting is a great idea. I don’t want poly batting. I feel like every toothpaste aisle needs a coach that will lead you to the perfect toothpaste for your individual dental needs. All the more reason to not spray baste . Hi Suzy!! Bring strips up and around ball; use a chopstick and your fingers to push batting inside head. Thanks. Pingback: How to Fix Fabric Bleeds - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Bayside Quilt Pattern + Video Tutorial! It's like a class you can pause, rewind, and rewatch. Yes, they are very handy to have beside the machine. Designed in the USA; our style is timeless and modern, so you can enjoy all the benefits natural alpaca wool has to offer. This is mandatory to keep the light from getting in the babies eyes and to help keep the heat in. Just saying I use the spray baste, but I have not tried it on a bed-sz quilt. Well, if you want a really heavy quilt, you’re best bet is to pick both heavy-weight fabric and batting. Which would you say is the coolest batting to use as I live in a warm area of the country? I am now choosing a batting fiber and loft and deciding on a quilt-backing. Pingback: The Truth About Black Batting: When & Why to Use It - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: 6 Tips for Straight Line Machine Quilting (a.k.a. NEW from Janine Babich, Fig Tree, Bags, Clothing, Ohhh...Designers have been BUSY! Thanks for the info on batting. I find all of this to be very informative. If I use cotton look out for seeds. I have never done that, but I doubt it would ruin the quilt. Love the loft and weight. Most informative article. - Suzy Quilts. My understanding is that it is lighter, warmer, and contains less lanolin than wool and easy to quilt/work with. What happened? The experience left me disappointed and a little bit frustrated. Posted by Kim DeVos-Brooks on 23rd Oct 2020, Posted by Kim DeVos-Brooks on 6th Oct 2020, Posted by Kim DeVos-Brooks on 28th Aug 2020, Posted by Kim DeVos-Brooks on 2nd Aug 2020, Magical Alpaca Socks - No need to soak your feet in a boiling cauldron, instead, why not nestle your Love it! I bought an old ‘puffy’ quilt and I opened one of the puffs and they are filled with silk stockings. Which of the 80/20 or 60/40 battings would be considered low loft? Not pantyhose, just silk (or maybe nylon), thigh high stockings. A cotton-poly blend with a wool on top? Just learning to hand quilt. I'm happy to report that after my strenuous campaign into the cotton fields of Mississippi, through the sheep herds of New Zealand, and even deep into the bamboo forests of China, I'm back. Originally, quiltmakers would use all sorts of random materials to fill their quilts. I was happy you mentioned the poly/blend option to remind me that even though I always brush off the idea of something synthetic, I really should use a poly for my niece who is an allergy sufferer. Thanks for all your kind help! Head should be firm; add more batting if necessary, smoothing with fingers. . If I use that brand I tend to stick with Warm & White (no dark specks). Love following you and all the others in the group. Here at SQ you will find free sewing tutorials, product reviews, basic how-to’s, design inspiration, and quilt patterns geared toward you – the chic, modern quilter! Quilter’s Dream offers cotton, poly blends, wool, bamboo, and even an earth-friendly option made out of recycled plastic bottles! This is the inside layer used in quilts and beddings for insulation – you will get batting made with wool fibers which is superior to the batting made with cotton or polyester. Are you currently using 40 wt? If you haven’t tried wool batting yet, I suggest trying that before double layering. That’s a very light batting. New to sewing? - Suzy Quilts. I usually use 80/20 because it doesn’t stretch or get misshapen like cotton can tend to. We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us. I think two pieces of fabric would be overkill. Not all of us were rich enough or stylish enough to have hosery for daily wear. I will continue to stalk you. When I spray basted anything larger than a baby quilt, my quilt sandwich would shift and get all out of wack. It’s not the first time I’ve made a quilt, but it’s definitely the first time I’ve done it properly! - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Bluefig Sewing Bags – Stylish and Practical! But what a fun winter project it has been!!!! Was delighted when I found an online supplier who does a wadding sample pack, which includes all the ones I would like to try! Thanks!! I will try to find some and report back. A 60/40 cotton poly blend would probably suit you best. It’s turning into a beautiful California bed sized quilt as I proceed. Any tips would be appreciated. Were we live right now there is a place that will process alpaca fiber (75% alpaca, 25% wool) into batting for an astonishingly reasonable price. Either batting would be a great choice. I have used alpaca and it is wonderful. Here’s a post on that. Do you like the drape? Check out the Quilting 101 tab for everything you need to know to start your first quilt! Counted Quilts, Kimberbell, Towels, Sew HungryHippie and a TON MORE!! Here is what I know: I need white batting. Poly battings typically drape well too, so if you want that extra soft drape, it will be nice and cuddly right out of the bag. I usually use 100% cotton thin low loft for baby quilts because it was recommended to me but the more of them I do the more I realize while nice looking they aren’t very cozy and don’t you want to make someone a quilt they could just wrap their baby up in all warm and cozy?? That’s one I still haven’t tried. You definitely can finish your quilt with no batting, but instead I would recommend using a really like batting like bamboo or a very light cotton, such as Quilters Dream Request loft. Needless to say I’ve ordered the sample pack and can then test them all and compare the results. Hi! Heather, My only experience with silk batting is a silk, bamboo blend (Quilters Dream Orient). So that’s a plus. Good to know about Mettler spray. You can learn more about that here. I used the former on my first quilt and am happy with the loft and warmth. Le Quilt 3 ; Leaf Me Be 1 ; Learning the Ropes 2 ; Lexi 1 ; Liberty Gatherings 2 ; Lightkeeper's Quilt 2 ; Lightning Sky 1 ; Lil' Sunshine 3 ; Lilac & Sage 14 ; Lilac Ridge 1 ; Lilies 1 ; Linear Leaf 1 ; Little Explorer 3 ; Little Gatherings II 1 ; Little Squirt 1 ; Lizzie's Legacy 2 ; Loads of Fun 2 ; Lone Star … http://www.quiltersdreambatting.com/products/dream-angel/. Thank you for the great article. Hi, my husband and I are in the process of house hunting for the perfect acreage. 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. Do you have any thoughts on fusible batting? A quilter friend advised me not to use batting in between. The only time you need that is if you are sending it to a longarm quilter. I have 2 questions: If your fabric is relatively high in quality, it will have a high enough thread count that bearding shouldn’t be an issue. , Thank you Suzy! I plan on hand quilting this queen size quilt and need help choosing the right batting. Go for higher loft if you want a nice, puffy quilt with very visible quilting lines.​ However, keep in mind that if you get a high-loft batting it can look a bit dated – member those puffy Care Bear quilts from the 80s? I am a bit nervous to get this large quilt onto my Bernina 1230, even with having purchased a walking foot and darning foot. Check out Quilters Dream Cotton Deluxe or Quilters Dream Deluxe Poly. Quilts made from this type of wool batting have to be hand washed in cold water and not agitated while wet but the resulting quilt is beautiful with this type of batting. 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. If you really want this quilt to be extra extra thick, you could double up on batting; however, I don’t think you’ll need to do that if you use the deluxe or the wool. - Suzy Quilts. I would suggest either Quilters Dream wool (which is puffy) or Quilters Dream Poly Deluxe. Great info – Thanks so much for the post! To top that off, when I finished, I washed it to get the adhesive out and the thing started bearding. The Quilter’s Dream wool batting that I used can be machine washed and dried on cold settings. In the end, I ripped all of the layers apart and pin basted it. - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: 10 Fun & Free Scrap Quilt Patterns - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Why Bamboo Batting Makes the Perfect Summer Quilt - Suzy Quilts, Pingback: Quilting Rotary Cutters: A Complete Guide - Suzy Quilts, I’ve recently heard about silk batting but know nothing about it. Making the item still crinkle? I am considering a wool batting … How will I know if my fabric is a tightly woven fabric or has a high thread count? But now, I’m here to be your quilt batting aisle coach, to make sure you never again become that paralyzed person talking to themselves in a craft store.​, A few months ago I went on a soul-searching, quilt batting journey. ), (Quick review for the newer crowd: What is Quilt Batting? Overall I’ve been happy with it but I’d love to try wool batting but I’m paranoid about working hard on a quilt only to have it beard and then be ruined. I figure to purchase a large embroidery hoop and quilt one square at a time and doing the connecting borders as I go along….in your opinion do you think this is a viable option? Long story short, it did not go well, even after I watched PLENTY of youtube tutorials. I’ve recently seen some of it and it is beautiful but where would it fall in your list? An 80/20 cotton/poly blend is a great choice! I am working on your Campfire quilt right now with 80/20. I love the Tuscany silk by Hobbs. …, Decorating with timeless and classic alpaca throw blankets, from Farmhouse to Mid Century and Modern It’s similar in quality, however BEWARE of natural dark cotton specks. I longarm quilts, the 1/8 is too thin, a piece of flannel would do as well. Do you recommend sewing together leftover batting to make a batting for a quilt? So now the whole quilt is weird, the top that I made when I was young and silly, and the finishing when I was older and still silly. This post was very informative to a quilt novice such as myself. I really appreciate your writing as much as your helpful tips, knowledge and reviews. I was very sneaky and intentional about not sharing a favorite. Lots of people use two layers of batting! I like the puff but I don’t have enough experience to know when to use it. Those are the thickest and heaviest battings I’ve used. 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