I think you've struck the nail on the head. I'm finding it difficult to review posts daily. The newsletter only shows a few topics that are hot. I have been going down a list (one page only) found by heading under the Home tab. But then I can't tell whether I've already looked at them. I wonder how long I'll keep doing it that way.
I too would like to know what to put in table runners for batting. The first one I made, I didn't think, and just stuck in a poly batt. Then realized the silliness it would cause if you wanted to set centerpiece or tableware on it. I apoligized to the person who bought it at the church craft sale. She didn't seem too concerned. I've seen them without batting, but I think they need a little something in them.