Wadding & Batting

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Even though you may not see it once you finish your quilt, wadding is extremely important nonetheless. Not only does it give your quilt its desired shape, but it also determines its overall comfort when it is being used. Wadding gives your quilt the plush texture and feel to keep you warm. We have a huge range of fleece wadding, polyester wadding, wool wadding and more options so you can find the right one. You can purchase wadding by the metre as well as wadding rolls so you will have the perfect amount for your quilting project.

Discover The Benefits Of Wadding & Batting For Your Quilting Project

Wadding is the middle layer of the quilt, which is placed between the top and the back of your quilt. The function of wadding is to provide softness and some additional warmth, but it also influences how your quilt looks when it is finished. Therefore, its importance cannot be underestimated.

Even though wadding can be made through a variety of production methods these days, the most common method is still the so-called needle-punching process. The process is quite similar to that of felting, with the exception that the fibres are punched through a special type of netting. As it passes through the netting, the material holds its shape as the fibres get tangled together.

Choosing The Best Wadding Or Batting For Your Quilt

Take a closer look at the various factors that you need to consider during your selection. Some may be more important than others, but the best wadding is always obtained when you look at all these factors in the same manner.

• The loft of the wadding: Loft is a term that is used to refer to the weight and the thickness of the material. A low number indicates a thinner and more lightweight wadding, while higher numbers indicate a thicker and warmer version.
• Budget: Your budget can determine the type of material you obtain. However, if budget is the most important factor in your search, then a polyester wadding is most likely to meet your budget requirements.
• Warmth: If your quilt will be used for warmth, then you should take a closer look at the wadding material. Even though polyester does provide adequate warmth, wool wadding tends to be the best option where warmth provision is concerned.
• Colour: If you have a quilt that is really light or really dark, you do not want the wadding to become visible through your fabric. Therefore, it is recommended to choose a colour that is close to the fabric colour of your quilt.
• Convenience: Some types of wadding can be difficult to implement, so always have a look at how convenient certain materials are.

Browse Our Range Of Wadding & Batting Materials

Various materials are used for wadding and they each have a primary benefit. To learn more, please check out the overview below.

• Cotton and cotton blend wadding: If you are quilting by sewing machine, then this is the type of wadding you need. As cotton works perfectly with quilting fabric, you will have little problem putting this wadding into place.
• Polyester wadding: For those who prefer to make their quilt by hand, we recommend polyester wadding instead. It is cheaper than cotton and tends to hold its overall shape remarkably well.
• Wool and wool blend wadding: Wadding made from wool is suitable for machines as well as hand quilting, but it can be more expensive than the other options. Wool can also be more difficult to maintain, as it is less resistant to washing in your washing machine.
• Bamboo and bamboo blend wadding: Bamboo fabric and wadding are becoming increasingly more popular due to their softness, durability and affordability.

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