What do you think of bamboo batting?
07-07-2011, 07:53 PM
#11
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It does have a nice soft hand and drape.
I agree with Lucy above - it's marketed as being green and environmentally friendly, but it's not. I actually did quite a bit of research on this, you can read my conclusions here if you are interested.
http://www.seamstobeyouandme.com/wor...amboo-batting/
I agree with Lucy above - it's marketed as being green and environmentally friendly, but it's not. I actually did quite a bit of research on this, you can read my conclusions here if you are interested.
http://www.seamstobeyouandme.com/wor...amboo-batting/
07-07-2011, 08:00 PM
#12
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I've used it only once, and don't have enough information to give good feedback. I have been concerned about the recommendations to wash it right away so that oils don't get on your quilt.
No, I didn't notice any more fuzz than usual when quilting with it.
No, I didn't notice any more fuzz than usual when quilting with it.
07-07-2011, 10:46 PM
#14
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My last quilt was made using Bamboo batting, and although it felt nice and soft, I found it "flimsy", or not enough "beef" to it like cotton, cotton blends or wool. Also, my daughter and husband found it too "light" in weight, and not warm enough....I have to agree. But that may just be a matter of getting used to it or finding another brand.
I may try it again, for a summer quilt, because it does needle very nicely.
I may try it again, for a summer quilt, because it does needle very nicely.
07-07-2011, 11:09 PM
#15
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I have found it quite easy to work with and beautiful results, but it is a bit more costly than other options. As for "green" batting, there is now one on the market that is made from recycled soda bottles and actually is a light shade of green!). I purchased one from a LQS, but have not yet used it. I like the way it feels, though.
07-08-2011, 03:20 AM
#17
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Originally Posted by charismah
I have used it in customer quilts. I have to say that I do like it better than W&N. It doesn't create a bunch of lint build up and it's really soft. It doesn't bunch up like w&N either. SO that my perspective.
07-08-2011, 04:20 AM
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Originally Posted by LucyInTheSky
I've used it and like it. I was buying it since it's "green" since bamboo grows so quickly. Well, some research on this board, bamboo fiber is really difficult to make from the bamboo and involves a ton of chemicals and is awful for the environment. So I'm back to my Warm and Natural.
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