Originally Posted by
quiltingshorttimer
not familiar right off with this Pellon weight--but if it's that really think stuff (board like) you might choose to not use a batting in this quilt--batting gives weight and warmth and allows your stitches to "sink" in and thus have good tension/stitch quality. But quilts can and are made without bat for lots of reasons. While you are making your practice "sandwiches" I would suggest you try both.
Thank you. I'm glad you addressed the batting issue. That was my next issue - I wasn't sure what kind I should go with given it's current state, so I'm thankful for this advice.