Fabricgator

What sort of batting do you use when making coasters? Do you use standard batting, like a Warm and Natural, or do you use Insulbrite? Do you use one or two layers of batting?

Thanks!

busy fingers

You do not want the coasters to sit "high" as some glasses - especially wine glasses - will not be stable.

Eisy

I use scraps of leftover cotton batting. Good way to use up small pieces of batting.

Mitty

I use Insul-Bright. Sometimes I put a second layer of cotton fabric to help absorb any moisture, but I don't think it's really necessary.

Jordan

I use warm and natural and just one layer.

dublb

I use worn out wash rags.

mindless

Light bulb moment....I Love this idea!!!

Irishrose2

Pellon fleece interfacing.

lindaschipper

dublb….love the worn out wash rag idea!!

klswift

I have 2 criteria - can a wine glass sit on it without wobbling? is it mainly going to be used as a coaster or like a trivet (requiring the heat insulation). I think most coasters are just for moisture protection so I use leftover thin batting or bits of flannel. I do the same thing when making placemats and table runners.