The Hobbs 80/20 Heirloom Batting 96" Wide Batting Roll is the best-selling longarm quilt batting at Linda's Electric Quilters for good reason — its blend of 80% cotton and 20% polyester delivers the perfect drape, breathability, and ease of quilting that serious quilters demand. At 96 inches wide and 30 yards long, this roll is ideal for longarm machines and high-volume quilting studios.
Top 10 Questions About Hobbs 80/20 Heirloom Batting
Q: What does 80/20 mean in quilt batting?
A: 80/20 refers to the fiber content blend — 80% natural cotton and 20% polyester. This combination gives you the breathable, soft hand of cotton with the added loft, durability, and easy-care properties of polyester.
Q: Is Hobbs 80/20 Heirloom good for longarm quilting?
A: Yes, it is one of the most popular longarm batting choices on the market. It feeds smoothly through longarm machines, resists tearing, and shows dense quilting designs beautifully.
Q: How far apart can I quilt with Hobbs 80/20 Heirloom?
A: Hobbs recommends quilting lines no more than 4 inches apart for best results. This gives you flexibility for both dense free-motion designs and more open pantograph patterns.
Q: Does Hobbs 80/20 Heirloom shrink when washed?
A: You can expect approximately 3-5% shrinkage on the first wash, which gives quilts that beloved crinkled, antique appearance. Pre-washing is optional depending on your desired finish.
Q: What is the loft of Hobbs 80/20 Heirloom batting?
A: It has a low to medium loft, making it ideal for bed quilts, wall hangings, and projects where you want the quilting stitches to show prominently without excessive puffiness.
Q: Can I use this batting for hand quilting?
A: Absolutely. The cotton content makes it easy to needle by hand, and the low loft allows stitches to pull through smoothly without excessive resistance.
Q: Is the 96-inch width wide enough for a king-size quilt?
A: The 96-inch width comfortably accommodates queen-size quilts and most king-size quilt tops with adequate overhang for longarm loading. For oversized kings, consider the 120-inch wide version.
Q: How many quilt backs can I get from a 30-yard roll?
A: Depending on the quilt size, a 30-yard roll typically yields 10–12 queen-size quilt battings, making it an excellent value for quilting studios and longarm professionals.
Q: Is Hobbs 80/20 Heirloom needle-punched or bonded?
A: It is needle-punched and then scoured, which means it has no chemical finishes or resins. This makes it a clean, natural choice that is safe for sensitive skin.
Q: What is the difference between bleached and unbleached Hobbs 80/20?
A: The bleached version is bright white, ideal for light-colored quilt tops. The unbleached version has a natural cream tone that works beautifully under reproduction fabrics and vintage-style quilts.
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