Thread: Batting for Quilts..

I prefer anything from Quilter's Dream. The kind of batting depends on the way it will be quilted and used. For example: a baby quilt will be washed a lot--I prefer a poly or poly blend for these (or the Dream Angel, which is flame-retardant). Poly has no memory, so it is good for wall quilts or quilts that will be folded up then re-hung. Good old-fashioned cotton is great if you want 'snuggly'.

Hand quilting? Then, you will want to choose a poly (lo-loft) or a wool batting. These are easier to needle.

There are so many things to consider when choosing your batting. Remember to read the package of the batting you are using for instructions on laundering and how densely your quilt needs to be quilted for optimum results.

Originally Posted by Just Me...

I prefer anything from Quilter's Dream. The kind of batting depends on the way it will be quilted and used. For example: a baby quilt will be washed a lot--I prefer a poly or poly blend for these (or the Dream Angel, which is flame-retardant). Poly has no memory, so it is good for wall quilts or quilts that will be folded up then re-hung. Good old-fashioned cotton is great if you want 'snuggly'.

Hand quilting? Then, you will want to choose a poly (lo-loft) or a wool batting. These are easier to needle.

There are so many things to consider when choosing your batting. Remember to read the package of the batting you are using for instructions on laundering and how densely your quilt needs to be quilted for optimum results.

I second Quilter's Dream is my favorite to quilt with, but I have been known to buy rolls of Warm-n-Natural and Warm-n-White at Joann's with a 50% off coupon! With batting almost $500 for a 40 yard roll, that 50% off really speaks to me!!! Too bad Joann's doesn't carry Quilter's Dream!!! Since I longarm quilt as a profession, I need to have quite a bit of batting on hand, so the outlay can get hefty! I know that Quilter's Dream will send you a sample of all their batting so you can choose what is right for your project - or you could probably pick up a sample at a large quilt show - great place to see and feel everything (just don't touch the quilts in the show!).

Originally Posted by Just Me...

I prefer anything from Quilter's Dream. The kind of batting depends on the way it will be quilted and used. For example: a baby quilt will be washed a lot--I prefer a poly or poly blend for these (or the Dream Angel, which is flame-retardant). Poly has no memory, so it is good for wall quilts or quilts that will be folded up then re-hung. Good old-fashioned cotton is great if you want 'snuggly'.

Hand quilting? Then, you will want to choose a poly (lo-loft) or a wool batting. These are easier to needle.

There are so many things to consider when choosing your batting. Remember to read the package of the batting you are using for instructions on laundering and how densely your quilt needs to be quilted for optimum results.

Thanks for the tip. I had never heard of Quilter's Dream (as you can see by the number of postings I am new to this). It is a lot cheaper and glad to know it is so good.

I always used the cheapest bagged batting I could find until I heard about Warm and Natural. I will never go back. The consistency alone is worth the price. Since it is not cheap, I wait for a cupon and buy enough yardage to last me for several quilts. That being said, I will still make my beach/camping quilts with poly. They get abused and washed beyond reason.

Originally Posted by Tashana

I always used the cheapest bagged batting I could find until I heard about Warm and Natural. I will never go back. The consistency alone is worth the price. Since it is not cheap, I wait for a cupon and buy enough yardage to last me for several quilts. That being said, I will still make my beach/camping quilts with poly. They get abused and washed beyond reason.

I so agree with you. Warm and Natural is lightweight but still very warm, easy to work with and yes, the coupon saves the day! And you can always be sure that the quilt will turn out without any lumps or bumps with W&N! It's the only way to go! IMHO! Edie

I have always used thin poly unless requested otherwise by a customer. I am repairing my own bed quilt (30+ years of hard use) and am amazed at how well the poly batting has held up.