wow . I guess I am the cheap one here. LOL I use the 80/20 Fairfield . I am ok with it. I got some Warm and Natural and really didn't like it at all.

thanks for the batting info/lesson

Boy would like to try wool, but I am allergic wool.
I use by the yard at Joann's but I have noticed batting getting thinner, also some material

My very favorite batting is the washable wool from Quilter's Dream. It is soft, warm, and quilts nicely.

I also do long arm quilting. What kind of thread do you use?
I've found the Signature all cotton 40wt. 3 ply works well, but
would like to find out what someone else is using.

I have only used warm & nat. or W&W. I am always happy with the results.

I have a wholesale account with Quilter's Dream and also use Thermore for hangings and clothing.

What. Would u use for a kids I spy quilt

This article from All People Quilt should give you some help in choosing the right batting for your I Spy quilt. We didn't mean to ignore you the first time you asked the question. :oops: Welcome to the board, Shayna.
http://www.allpeoplequilt.com/techni...batting_1.html

I use warm and natural all the time. When Joanne has a 50% off coupon I buy the bolt. Last a long time

Quilters Dream Wool and Hobbs Wool do not shrink any more than the cottons or cotton blends do. I haven't used it long enough to know what multiple washings would do but it is SUPPOSED to retain its suppleness and loft. I think today's processing techniquest have probably eliminated the more disagreeable characteristics of wool.