The first quilts I remember were tied. My Mom would use an old blanket for the batting and maybe a sheet for the top and the bottom. They were great and lasted a long time. She usually tied with yarn I like emb thread. I made a quilt for my DGS that was tied and he loves to play with the ties. The batting I used for my DGS's quilt was fleece, it worked out great. As been said I think that it's what ever you want to do. It's your quilt so you are the boss of it.Have fun and be sure to show us what you did. BrendaK