All-Cotton Batting at Full King Scale
The Hobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton with Scrim 120 inch Wide Batting Roll represents the widest all-cotton batting option in the Hobbs lineup -- 120 inches wide and 30 yards long, providing full king-size coverage for even the most generously proportioned king tops without seaming. For quilters committed to all-natural cotton fiber at any scale, this is the king-size solution that the Hobbs Heirloom 96 inch roll cannot cover.
Why the 120 Inch Width at All-Cotton
At 96 inches wide, the standard Hobbs cotton batting covers queen and most standard king tops, but large king tops with generous borders, pillow tucks, or oversized designs push past what the 96 inch width can accommodate with adequate margin. The 120 inch roll solves this with the same approach as Hobbs's wider offerings in other batting lines: full width, no piecing, consistent tension edge-to-edge. The all-cotton fiber purity is maintained at every width -- the 120 inch roll is not a different construction, just the same quality at full king scale.
Who This Batting Is For
This batting serves a specific quilter at the intersection of two requirements: king-scale projects and all-natural cotton fiber content. If either requirement is flexible -- if you would accept a cotton-poly blend at king size, or if a 96 inch cotton roll is wide enough for your specific king top -- other products in the catalog may be more economical. But for the quilter who needs both requirements met simultaneously, this is the product.
Top 10 Uses for Hobbs Cotton Scrim 120 Inch
- Oversized King Quilts -- The definitive use case. King tops exceeding 96 inch width need 120 inch coverage in all-cotton construction.
- King Quilts for Natural-Fiber-Committed Recipients -- When the recipient or the quilter requires all-natural fiber content at king scale.
- King Antique Reproduction Quilts -- Historical accuracy in all-natural fiber at the scale required for a full king reproduction.
- King Heirloom and Competition Quilts in Cotton -- Competition categories that require cotton batting at king scale.
- King Summer Quilts -- Maximum breathability at maximum width for king summer bed quilts.
- King Quilts for Warm Sleepers -- All-cotton breathability at king scale for hot sleepers who use a king bed.
- Eco-Conscious King Projects -- Natural, biodegradable cotton fiber at full king scale for environmentally intentional quilting.
- King Whole-Cloth Quilts in Cotton -- All-cotton batting for all-cotton whole-cloth designs at king scale.
- King Quilts for Allergy-Free Natural Fiber -- No polyester, no synthetic bonding -- the purest natural option at king width.
- Studios Offering Premium Cotton-Only Service -- For longarm studios that offer all-cotton batting as a premium service option for king work.
Loading and Quilting Notes for 120 Inch Cotton
The 120 inch width loads similarly to other wide-format battings. The scrim stabilizes the cotton fiber adequately for reliable longarm loading and quilting. Use a sharp needle and moderate speed. All-cotton batting at this width benefits from careful tension management -- cotton fiber has less inherent elasticity than polyester, so consistent loading pressure is important for uniform stitch quality across the full width. Keep quilting lines no more than 3 inches apart per Hobbs recommendations for their cotton-scrim products.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum top width this roll accommodates?
With standard 4 to 6 inch float on each side, the 120 inch batting accommodates tops up to 108 to 112 inches wide. For tops wider than 112 inches, batting piecing would be required even with this roll.
How many king quilts does a 30-yard roll yield?
At approximately 110 to 120 inch cut length per king quilt, a 30-yard roll yields approximately 9 king-scale batting cuts. Plan your cuts carefully to maximize yardage efficiency from a 120 inch roll.
Can I use this batting for queen-scale work as well as king?
Yes, but it is not economical -- the 120 inch width wastes significant batting on a queen top (which needs only 96 to 100 inches of width). For queen work, use the 96 inch Hobbs cotton-scrim roll. Reserve the 120 inch for genuine king and oversized applications.
Does this batting require closer quilting spacing than the 80/20 Heirloom?
Yes. All-cotton batting generally requires quilting every 3 inches (versus 4 inches for the 80/20 blend) to maintain integrity through washing. The scrim helps but does not eliminate the structural difference between all-cotton and cotton-poly blended batting.
Shop Hobbs 100% Cotton with Scrim 120 Inch Roll
Full king coverage in all-natural cotton. When fiber purity and full width are both non-negotiable.
