Warm and natural batting
05-28-2010, 02:22 PM
#51
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Yes, it shrinks about 3 to 5 inches on a 90 inch wide batt. I prefer it shrink the most before I hand quilt it. I like a little puckering in a finished quilt, too and it does after the finished quilt is washed the first time. I also prewash my fabrics too. I don't want any surprises after my quilt is finished.[/quote]
So what do you suggest? Should I buy the batting and shrink it myself then send it to a longarm quilter? I guess I should ask the person that will quilt the quilt. Duh!
So what do you suggest? Should I buy the batting and shrink it myself then send it to a longarm quilter? I guess I should ask the person that will quilt the quilt. Duh!
05-28-2010, 02:59 PM
#52
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Silk batting is supposed to be a dream to hand quilt, but it tends to be very expensive and the fibers are so fine that bearding can be a problem if it is not bonded. Its best use is probably in quilted silk garments.
05-30-2010, 06:02 AM
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Originally Posted by Prism99
Silk batting is supposed to be a dream to hand quilt, but it tends to be very expensive and the fibers are so fine that bearding can be a problem if it is not bonded. Its best use is probably in quilted silk garments.
05-30-2010, 06:15 AM
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Originally Posted by jljack
Yes, all cotton, needled onto a very fine "scrim" that helps it to hold together. It's great because you can quilt at about 10" apart and it won't bunch up or separate. It drapes beautifully, and is just warm enough. It leaves the quilt soft and cuddly.
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