The Hobbs Heirloom Wool 108" Wide Batting Roll — 30 Yards is a premium 100% natural wool batting roll designed for longarm quilting. Wool batting provides unmatched loft, natural warmth, and breathability — quilts made with wool batting are warm in winter and cool in summer due to wool’s natural temperature-regulating properties. The 108" width allows seamless single-piece backing for queen and most king quilts.
Product Details
- Fiber: 100% natural wool — premium loft, warmth, and natural temperature regulation
- Width: 108" — fits queen and most king-size quilts without seaming
- Length: 30 yards per roll
- Brand: Hobbs Bonded Fibers — the most trusted batting brand in longarm quilting
- Construction: Needle-punched for consistent loft without clumping or shifting
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the advantages of wool batting over cotton or polyester?
- Wool is naturally temperature-regulating — it keeps you warm in cold temperatures and cool in warm temperatures. It has exceptional loft that bounces back after compression, making quilting designs appear beautifully raised. Wool also resists moisture, dust mites, and mold naturally, making it an excellent choice for heirloom quilts.
- Is Hobbs wool batting pre-washed or treated?
- Hobbs treats their wool batting to prevent shrinkage and felting. Their Heirloom Wool batting is washable (gentle cycle, cold water) and dryer safe on low heat, which is unusual for wool batting. Always follow the specific care instructions included with the batting roll.
- What stitch distance is required for wool batting?
- Hobbs Heirloom Wool can be quilted up to 4" apart, which is generous and allows for a wide variety of pantograph and custom quilting designs.
- Why is 108" width significant for longarm quilters?
- At 108", a single piece of batting covers the backing width of most queen quilts (backing is typically 102–108") and many king quilts, eliminating the need to seam two pieces of batting together. This saves time and ensures consistent loft across the entire quilt surface.
- Is wool batting appropriate for beginning longarm quilters?
- Yes — wool batting is forgiving and easy to load on a longarm. Its loft makes quilting designs pop without requiring dense stitch patterns. Many experienced longarm quilters consider wool their preferred batting for both production and custom work.
