Batting- what does "select" and "request" mean?
02-25-2012, 07:43 AM
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Batting- what does "select" and "request" mean?
I'm just looking at Quilters Dream poly batting, and it's available in "select" and "request" weights. What does this mean please? I've never come across this terminology before. Is it the equivalent of high and low loft? What would each be used for? Thanks
02-25-2012, 08:16 AM
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The "request" and "select" in Poly Dream batting means the weight - I think "request" is the thinnest batting. I am a hand-quilter and found that request is too thick for handquilting, but I guess it would be good for machine quilting.
02-25-2012, 08:59 AM
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I've found the definitions on the Quilters Dream website -thanks. I was looking from curiosity, because Leah Day uses QD poly batting and doesn't share the view that cotton is superior. My bank balance would like to think that's true! Would be interested to hear other views from those who've used QD.
02-25-2012, 09:44 AM
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I've been quilting for the past 10 years or so. In my introductory class to quilting, the instructor recommended Quilter's Dream Poly, Select. I used it and loved it. I've used other battings in the years since, but always come back to the Dream Poly, Select. I find it provides the best drape and doesn't produce as much lint as some of the cotton battings. The only problem is that I can't always find it except in quilt shops where it tends to be more expensive than other kinds.
02-25-2012, 12:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Neanie
I've been quilting for the past 10 years or so. In my introductory class to quilting, the instructor recommended Quilter's Dream Poly, Select. I used it and loved it. I've used other battings in the years since, but always come back to the Dream Poly, Select. I find it provides the best drape and doesn't produce as much lint as some of the cotton battings. The only problem is that I can't always find it except in quilt shops where it tends to be more expensive than other kinds.
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