Thread: What batting have you used that works well for baby quilts?

The free pattern I will use to make the baby quilt is called Speedy Baby 2 by Deslynn Mecham. The size is 45 x 45.

I was thinking about using Quilter's Dream batting in a poly but I wondered about some of the newer earth friendly battings.... Dream Green from recycled bottles or Dream Orient , a blend of bamboo. I am also thinking about Dream Puff for a fluffy look that will not shrink and will not hold a crease.

There are so many options for batting, what has your experience been in choosing batting for baby quilts?

I use warm and natural for all my quilting.

Originally Posted by alleyoop1

I use warm and natural for all my quilting.

That's my choice also.

Originally Posted by alleyoop1

I use warm and natural for all my quilting.

That's what I use for everything. It's 100% cotton. It's a nod weight for everything. I make microwave bowls and tater bags that have to be all cotton. That way I don't worry about putting the wrong batting in.

Originally Posted by alleyoop1

I use warm and natural for all my quilting.

I do too but I have found, when pennies are tight that Warm n Natural "Soft n Brite" is a lovely poly substitute and wears and launders well.

I have had shrinkage problems with warm and natural. What do you do about this?

For baby quilts l usually use fleece for the back it's soft Wash's great and no batting needed.