No one wants to even think about, let alone experience a fire of any kind. Just the idea of a baby or young child being burned is hideous and frightening. Still, it can happen. Now, if you’re thinking that the reason people always use quilt batting is that it is flame resistant, that is not true… Quilt batting is only flame resistant if it specifically has that label, which will cost you even more money.

Quilt batting is a layer that is placed between the fabric and the quilt top. It’s important to choose a batting that is heavy enough to keep the quilt structure together, but light enough so it won’t add extra weight to your quilt project. The material you use is a big divider when you’re looking at utility, but which brand you choose will have a legit affect on the longevity and overall quality of your quilt. I have a few brands I use regularly and recommend. Here are the three brands that get the Suzy Stamp of Approval: Quilter's Dream​ Quilt batting is a essential ingredient for quilting and can be used with any type of fabric. However, it is important to choose a cotton batting as it will be breathable and durable. Layers of lightweight batting are often used in quilt making to create a warmer and more comfortable sleep environment.

Quilt batting is a key component of any quilt, and it’s important to choose the right size. Batting is available in a variety of weights and sizes, so find what works best for your quilt project. Bonded batting is double-sided with a light adhesive to keep batting fibers in place and prevent bearding. Bearding occurs whenbatting fibers poke through the fabric. This is the most common material used in quilt batting because of its low price and easy to find availability. The loft and shape of this type of batting are not stable, but it can be quilted easily by machine. However, hand-quilting might be challenging because of its slippery feature. I’m not trying to be critical, I just thought you’d like to know for the next time you make a baby quilt.

As a strong batting material, it is usually blended in polyester with a ratio of 90:10 (90 for silk and 10 for polyester). It is also known as a light batting material. It’s important to choose the right type of batting for your project so that it will provide the desired level of comfort and durability. Different materials have different properties that can be exploited depending on what you want your finished product to look like or do (natural drape versus stiffness). Experiment until you find the perfect batting! High Loft vs Low Loft Quilt Batting When quilting a twin-size quilt, be sure to choose the right batting weight. There are options that range from lightweight to heavyweight, depending on your use case. A standard size for a twin-size quilt batting is 72×90 inches. This is not the usual type of material for quilt batting, but with its quality, it has gained fame. Bamboo can be found anywhere, and it can be blended in materials such as cotton, silk, rayon, and others. This blending can range from 50/50 to 30/70 for both of the fiber being used.By adding cotton to bamboo batting makes it more affordable.The pads have a 1” knee strap and two more straps that keep them secure. You’ll forget you are even wearing pads. The combination of low and high density foam do a good job of keeping the weight very low, and provide a lot of comfort. A leather instep is one of the extra quality materials that you don’t tend to get with the more affordable models. A TPU board also gives a bolster and helps to retain the shape.