I think you should feel the batting too. If you check out batty ladys site, she give a lot of info on batting, she also has samples. She does not carry any of the really cheap stuff. She has Hobbs, Thermore, Fairfield, she also carries wool and silk battings, you name it she has it and know everything about batting. She can tell you what you need depending on if you want it for warmth or just a wall hanging. It is just a really good site for information.