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Originally Posted by Tish05
(Post 8317959)
I found this really interesting article when I was doing some research for a Quilt of Valour I am working on. It made me really step back and think. I always thought polyester would be great for kids, since it's so washable. This article has me thinking twice about even using 80/20 on my Quilt of Valour.
https://www.quiltsofvalour.ca/pdfs/batting_article.pdf |
I only use Warm and Natural for my Project Linus Quilts. Knowing that polyester can burn and melt, I haven't used it in over 40 years.
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I know its a matter of personal choice, but I really love Warm and Plush batting. This is a denser batting and its really cuddly. I have a roll of the Warm and Plush and a roll of the Warm and Natural... whenever I go to the Warm and Natural I really miss the Warm and Plush. I just love the feel of that batting
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I'm a dyed in the wool, wool user. I make all my quilts for specific people and know if they are allergic or not. I have never had a complaint.
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Interesting discussion especially since I'm now working on a quilt for 5 yr old grandson and I'm using my favorite poly batting. This article tests batting alone. But I"m putting that batting between 2 layers of cotton. How does that factor into this? then, a lot of us are now looking at fleece and minky for backing. Isn't that poly? What's the burn factor on it? Think of all those nice tied fleece blankets that we swoon over--are they safe?
I know accidents happen but it all goes back to my belief that we can't overlook the human factor that we've got to use diligence around anything. Whether it's polyester batting or the cribs with "wide" slats, we've got to be watchful and aware of risks that we take every day. Are we still using candles in the home? Risk factor! All requires good common sense. But again back to my question at the first. What is the risk of putting poly batting between 2 layers of cotton fabric? |
Originally Posted by illinois
(Post 8318612)
Interesting discussion especially since I'm now working on a quilt for 5 yr old grandson and I'm using my favorite poly batting. This article tests batting alone. But I"m putting that batting between 2 layers of cotton. How does that factor into this? AND then, a lot of us are now looking at fleece and minky for backing. Isn't that poly? What's the burn factor on it? Think of all those nice tied fleece blankets that we swoon over--are they safe?
I know accidents happen but it all goes back to my belief that we can't overlook the human factor that we've got to use diligence around anything. Whether it's polyester batting or the cribs with "wide" slats, we've got to be watchful and aware of risks that we take every day. Are we still using candles in the home? Risk factor! All requires good common sense. But again back to my question at the first. What is the risk of putting poly batting between 2 layers of cotton fabric? |
I have to agree with Illinois - I have used poly batting for at least 30 years now and so far no one has burned to death or suffered a burn of any kind from my quilts. Cotton burns easily. Everyone needs to be careful. I am very partial to wool now - but that is because it has been processes to where it is machine washable and dryable.
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Warm and Natural has a polyester scrim - so it is not 100% cotton. One of those "read the fine print" things.
I purchased a roll of Warm and Natural many years ago - and when I soaked it (in hot water - gasp!!), it turned the water very yellow. It may be different now. Anyway, I would hesitate to use that on/in something that was very white. The Warm and Natural survived the soaking very well - in fact, I had one piece I had to wash twice - one of my cats "anointed" it - and it turned out fine. However, I do not agitate the stuff - only soak, rinse, spin - and then dry it on "medium" until "dry" - but not "cooked" |
Originally Posted by Tish05
(Post 8317959)
I found this really interesting article when I was doing some research for a Quilt of Valour I am working on. It made me really step back and think. I always thought polyester would be great for kids, since it's so washable. This article has me thinking twice about even using 80/20 on my Quilt of Valour.
https://www.quiltsofvalour.ca/pdfs/batting_article.pdf Thanks Tish05! |
If I'm using Minkee on the back, I use a layer of prewashed white cotton flannel instead of a regular batting. The Minkee itself is quite warm.
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