{"title":"Hobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton Batting Package","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton Batting Package\u003c\/strong\u003e is the purest expression of the Hobbs Heirloom line — a 100% natural cotton batting without any polyester blend, delivering the most traditional cotton hand, maximum breathability, and the beloved antique crinkle after washing that defines classic American quilting tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop 10 Questions About Hobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton Batting Package\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does 100% Cotton differ from Hobbs Heirloom 80\/20?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The 100% Cotton version contains no polyester — pure cotton fiber only. This means more pronounced shrinkage and crinkle after washing, a softer and more drapeable hand, and maximum breathability. The 80\/20 blend adds polyester for more loft stability and resilience. Choose 100% Cotton for the most traditional, heirloom-style result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What sizes are available in the Hobbs 100% Cotton package?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Standard quilt sizes — Crib, Twin, Full, Queen, and King. Each package contains one pre-cut batting for that specific quilt format. Check the listing for current available sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is 100% cotton batting good for hand quilting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is one of the finest hand quilting battings available. Pure cotton compresses beautifully under the thimble and allows fine, even stitches to pull through cleanly — the hallmark of quality heirloom hand quilting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How far apart can I quilt Hobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hobbs recommends quilting no more than 2 inches apart for the 100% Cotton version — closer spacing than the 80\/20 blend due to the absence of polyester stabilizing fiber. This encourages detailed, dense quilting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much does this batting shrink when washed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Expect 3–5% shrinkage on the first wash — more pronounced than a cotton-poly blend. This creates a rich, dramatic crinkle that antique and heirloom quilters specifically seek in their finished work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Hobbs 100% Cotton the right choice for reproduction quilts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is the premier choice. The all-cotton construction, warm natural color, and post-wash crinkle create a finished quilt that reads as authentically period-appropriate — exactly what reproduction and heirloom quilters want.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What thread works best when quilting Hobbs 100% Cotton batting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Natural-toned threads — 3002 Natural White Omni, 003 Parchment Signature Cotton, or 17443 Bone Glide — complement the warm natural color of 100% cotton batting and create the most cohesive, organic quilt sandwich.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Hobbs 100% Cotton batting breathable for bed quilts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes — 100% cotton is among the most breathable batting options available. Bed quilts with all-cotton construction are comfortable in all seasons and especially popular in warmer climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this batting beard through quilt tops?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The Hobbs needle-punching process minimizes bearding. Using tightly woven 100% cotton quilting fabric provides additional protection against fiber migration through the quilt surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Hobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton Batting in stock at Linda's?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Check the current product listing for live availability across all package sizes. This is one of the most consistently carried Hobbs batting packages at Linda's Electric Quilters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe purest cotton tradition in every package — shop \u003cstrong\u003eHobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton Batting Package\u003c\/strong\u003e at Linda's Electric Quilters.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hobbs-heirloom-100-cotton-batting-package","title":"Hobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton Batting Package","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton Batting Package\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs Heirloom 100% Cotton Batting Package:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs Heirloom\u003csup\u003e \u003c\/sup\u003e Premium 100% Natural Cotton with Scrim Batting is designed for quilters who enjoy using natural cotton batting and who are seeking extra strength in that batting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrong, but also soft (\u003cem\u003eand softer after each washing\u003c\/em\u003e), Hobbs Heirloom\u003csup\u003e \u003c\/sup\u003e Premium 100% Natural Cotton with Scrim Batting is perfect for quilts where a low loft is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis soft and pliable batting is made with very clean, high-grade, unbleached, long-staple, virgin cotton (\u003cem\u003ewhich proudly displays the Cotton Incorporated Seal\u003c\/em\u003e) combined with a very thin, polyester scrim (stabilizer) which is needle-punched into the cotton fibers. This scrim provides superior strength to the cotton, and prevents the cotton batting from stretching and distorting as it is manipulated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePre-washing is not recommended for this or any of Hobbs other quality batting products.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e•    Type:  100% Unbleached Cotton Needle-punched with Polyester Binder\u003cbr\u003e•    Approx. 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