isharu2

Hi, everyone! I have a question. Has anyone ever used polyester felt for batting? I got a good deal at Walmart and bought it thinking I could use it that way. But, after thinking about it , I am afraid it may be too stiff or maybe too hard to sew through. If so, should I wash it first,( black, red blue)? Would appreciate all thoughts. Thank you in advance!

QuiltnNan

even though it's poly, i would be afraid of the color bleeding. probably should test for that. i've never used it in quilting.

wolfkitty

I don't know about the batting part, but have you check it for bleeding? I seem to remember felt bleeding a lot.

Glassquilt

If it doesn't bleed, I might consider it for a wall hanging. The stiffness wouldn't matter to me on the wall.

isharu2

That is why I asked about washing first. Don't want it bleeding through the quilt!

quilticing

Polyester felt will not bleed.

amma

I would be concerned on how well it would hold up :D:D:D

ckcowl

is it craft felt- or is it fleece???
fleece is fine to use in quilting-
craft felt does not launder well at all- before using it- wash it- that will tell you if it's washable or not.

jljack

I would be afraid....very afraid!!! Color, shedding, shredding, stiffness....I could go on! I don't think it's a good choice for that.

Mariposa

I'd pass on the felt! JMHO~