{"title":"Hobbs Heirloom Wool Batting Package","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHobbs Heirloom Wool Batting Package\u003c\/strong\u003e is the premium natural fiber choice for quilters who want exceptional warmth, breathability, and a luxurious drape that only genuine wool can provide — available in convenient pre-cut packages for projects from crib to king.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop 10 Questions About Hobbs Heirloom Wool Batting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What are the benefits of wool batting over cotton or polyester?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Wool is naturally temperature-regulating, breathable, and moisture-wicking. It keeps you warm in winter and cool in summer, making wool quilts exceptionally comfortable year-round compared to synthetic or cotton-only battings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Hobbs Heirloom Wool batting easy to quilt through?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes, wool is one of the most needle-friendly battings available. It is soft and gives easily to both hand and machine quilting needles, making it a favorite for hand quilters especially.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How far apart can I quilt with Hobbs Wool batting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hobbs Heirloom Wool allows quilting up to 4 inches apart. This gives you creative flexibility while keeping the batting stable and preventing shifting inside the quilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will wool batting shrink when washed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hobbs processes their wool batting to be machine washable. Use cold water on a gentle cycle and lay flat or tumble dry on very low heat to maintain size and loft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is wool batting hypoallergenic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Some people with wool sensitivities may find wool batting irritating if it contacts skin directly. However, inside a finished quilt, most people experience no issues as the batting is fully enclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does wool batting beard or migrate through quilt tops?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Hobbs Heirloom Wool is needle-punched and processed to minimize bearding. Using a tightly woven quilt fabric further reduces any fiber migration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is wool batting good for hand quilting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Wool is widely considered the best batting for hand quilting. It is soft, compressible, and allows stitches to sink in beautifully, producing the fine, even hand quilting stitches that showcase skilled workmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the loft of Hobbs Heirloom Wool batting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It has a medium loft — noticeably fuller than cotton batting but not as puffy as high-loft polyester. The result is a quilt with elegant dimension and a luxurious drape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is wool batting good for show quilts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Absolutely. Many award-winning hand-quilted show quilts use wool batting for its superior hand-quilting performance, natural loft, and the exquisite drape it lends to finished quilts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How does wool batting compare in price to cotton batting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Wool batting is a premium product and priced higher than cotton or polyester options. For quilters who hand quilt or want exceptional comfort and drape, the investment is well worth it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the difference that natural wool makes — shop the \u003cstrong\u003eHobbs Heirloom Wool Batting Package\u003c\/strong\u003e at Linda's Electric Quilters today.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hobbs-heirloom-wool-batting-package","title":"Hobbs Heirloom Wool Batting Package","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"description\" class=\"tabcontent prod-detail-desc\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHobbs Heirloom Wool Batting Package\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs Heirloom Wool Batting Package:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs Heirloom Premium 100% Wool Batting has become one of our most sought after battings due to its soft and luxurious feel and the way it brings out a quilter piecing and stitching. It needles wonderfully, maintains loft and has exceptional resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs Heirloom Premium 100% Wool Batting is a lightweight, breathable batting that breathes naturally and is comfortable for use in all climates, even hot and humid climates!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs Heirloom Wool Batting is made of the finest super-washed wool in the world this super washing process successfully smooths the scales on the wool fibers, making it pleasant to the touch and less likely to shrink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product, while lightweight, is also strong and resists bearding and migration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePre-washing is not recommended for this or any of our other quality batting products.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e•    Type:  Superwashed Wool Bonded\u003cbr\u003e•    Approx. 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