{"title":"Hobbs Heirloom Black Batting 80\/20 108\" Wide Batting Roll","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHobbs Heirloom Black Batting 80\/20 108\" Wide Batting Roll\u003c\/strong\u003e is the wide-format dark batting for longarm studios — 108\" wide true black 80\/20 cotton-polyester batting that prevents light fiber shadowing through dark quilt tops and provides seamless king-width coverage without piecing, in the same Heirloom quality trusted by professional quilters worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop 10 Questions About Hobbs Heirloom Black 80\/20 108\" Wide Roll\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why use a 108\" wide black batting roll instead of black batting packages?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: The 108\" wide roll provides significantly more efficiency for longarm studios quilting multiple dark quilts — loading cleanly on batting leaders, covering queen and king-sized projects with no piecing needed, and offering far better cost-per-quilt economics than individual packages for high-volume dark quilt production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many quilts does the 108\" wide black roll provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: At 108\" wide, yardage per quilt depends on the roll length — check the current listing for total yardage. Generally expect excellent per-quilt economics for studios with ongoing dark quilt production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does black batting prevent a key problem on dark quilts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Standard white or natural batting can create a subtle light-colored haze that shows through very dark quilt tops in bright light. Black batting eliminates this entirely, ensuring dark fabrics read at their full intended depth and drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How far apart can I quilt Hobbs Heirloom Black 80\/20?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Up to 4 inches apart — the same as standard Heirloom 80\/20. The black color does not change quilting distance recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does black batting bleed or transfer dye to the quilt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hobbs processes their black batting to minimize dye transfer. Washing the finished quilt in cool water with gentle detergent on the first wash is always recommended for dark textile items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What thread and bobbin work best for dark-backed quilts with black batting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Dark top thread (Smoke Glide 15315 or Black Glide 11001) with Black Magna-Glide (11001) bobbins creates the most professional, cohesive result on dark-quilt sandwiches from front to back.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does this batting shrink when washed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Expect 3–5% shrinkage on the first wash from the cotton content — consistent with all Hobbs Heirloom 80\/20 battings regardless of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this batting good for quilting Halloween and gothic-themed quilts in a studio setting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is the professional recommendation for dark-themed quilts in any volume — having a roll of black batting readily available allows efficient, professional processing of dark client quilts without special-ordering individual packages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does the 108\" wide black roll load cleanly on longarm leaders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes — it loads the same as any wide-format cotton-poly batting. The dark color does not affect handling or loading behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Hobbs Heirloom Black 108\" Wide Roll in stock at Linda's?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Check the current product listing for live availability. Dark batting rolls sell steadily at Linda's — advance ordering is recommended for studios with ongoing dark quilt production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDark quilts done right — shop \u003cstrong\u003eHobbs Heirloom Black 80\/20 108\" Wide Batting Roll\u003c\/strong\u003e at Linda's Electric Quilters.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hobbs-heirloom-black-80-20-108-wide-batting-roll","title":"Hobbs Heirloom Black Batting 80\/20 108\" Wide Batting Roll","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHobbs Heirloom Black Batting 80\/20 108\" Wide Batting Roll\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs Heirloom Black Batting 80\/20 108\" Wide Batting Roll:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs Heirloom Premium 80\/20 Black Cotton Blend Batting is highly recommended for quilts made with black or dark-colored fabrics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is made using color-fast, dyed cotton fibers to provide quilters with a batting that not only keeps the fabric colors true, it will not create light fiber lint on the quilt top during the quilting process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs Heirloom Premium 80\/20 Black Cotton Blend Batting is wonderful to quilt by hand or machine. Close quilting yields a flat, low-loft appearance, while more space between stitching lines yields a slightly higher loft. Quilting\/stitching should be every 4\" inches, or closer, and quilters may experience shrinkage of 3-5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease Note: We are unable to ship rolls of batting to Alaska, Hawaii or anywhere outside the 48 contiguous states. If an order comes through from these locations, it will be cancelled and refunded. Sorry for the trouble.\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\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e•    Type:  80% Black Cotton \/ 20% PolyBonded \u0026amp; Needle-punched\u003cbr\u003e•    Approx. 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