When planning a quilt, most of us naturally focus on the fabric first.
The colors. The patterns. The perfect combination.
But here's something we've learned after helping thousands of quilters: the batting often has a bigger impact on the finished quilt than the fabric itself.
Why? Because batting affects:
- ✓ How soft your quilt feels
- ✓ How much it drapes
- ✓ How warm it is
- ✓ How it looks after quilting
- ✓ How it holds up after years of use
The same quilt pattern can feel completely different depending on the batting inside.
Think of batting as the foundation of your quilt.
A beautiful fabric may catch someone's eye. But the batting is what they remember when they wrap up in it.
The next time you're planning a project, spend as much time choosing your batting as you do choosing your fabric.
Your future self, and everyone who curls up under that quilt, will thank you.
Happy Quilting,
— Corey
