Making a thicker batting quilt

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12-09-2013, 06:59 AM

bevannthomas

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Making a thicker batting quilt

I make quilts, but I want one really think and warmer any suggestions in how to do that?

12-09-2013, 07:06 AM

dunster

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I have a Quilters Dream Deluxe poly batt that is really thick, and I assume it would be really warm too. You can always double the batting for more thickness too. Flannel or fleece on the back (or front) makes for a thicker, warmer quilt.

12-09-2013, 07:14 AM

DonnaPBradshaw

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using minky will make it very comfy and warm!

12-09-2013, 07:17 AM

Neesie

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You could make a quilted duvet cover, instead. Being a cover, it'd be much easier to wash/clean.

12-09-2013, 07:27 AM

ManiacQuilter2

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Originally Posted by Neesie

You could make a quilted duvet cover, instead. Being a cover, it'd be much easier to wash/clean.

I agree with Neesie! If you make the batting too thick, you can't machine or hand quilt it so your only option is to tie or tack the quilt.

12-09-2013, 06:01 PM

petthefabric

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DH usually puts a cover on when watching TV. So for his birthday he got a flannel (front and back) quilt with Dream Wool batt. He says it very comfortable. And it's washable.