{"title":"Hobbs Tuscany 100% Unbleached Cotton Batting Package","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHobbs Tuscany 100% Unbleached Cotton Batting Package\u003c\/strong\u003e is the natural, warm-toned version of Hobbs’s premium Tuscany cotton batting line. Tuscany cotton uses higher-quality long-staple cotton fibers compared to standard Hobbs cotton batting, producing a batting with exceptional softness, minimal bearding, and a premium traditional cotton hand that many quilters consider the finest cotton batting available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% cotton — natural unbleached, long-staple premium fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuscany — Hobbs’s premium cotton batting line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Package — pre-cut standard quilt sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hobbs Bonded Fibers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHow does Tuscany cotton compare to standard Hobbs Heirloom cotton?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eBoth are quality cotton battings, but Tuscany uses premium long-staple cotton with a more refined construction process. The result is a softer, less scratchy batting with reduced bearding and a more consistent surface. Tuscany is the choice for quilts where the absolute best cotton batting performance is desired.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhy choose unbleached over bleached Tuscany?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eUnbleached is the natural cotton color — a warm tan\/cream tone. It’s appropriate for most quilt fabric tones and avoids the chemical processing of bleaching. For white or very light fabrics where batting may show through, the bleached version is preferable.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhat stitch spacing is recommended?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eHobbs recommends quilting within 6\" for Tuscany cotton batting — slightly tighter than their standard cotton to fully secure the premium fiber construction.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDoes Tuscany cotton shrink?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — approximately 3–5% on first washing. Pre-wash if a perfectly flat finish is required.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs Tuscany cotton appropriate for hand quilting?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — Tuscany’s premium long-staple cotton allows needles to pass through smoothly and consistently, making it excellent for hand quilting on special projects.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/lindas.com\/collections\/hobbs-tuscany-100-unbleached-cotton-batting-package-sizes.oembed","provider":"Linda's Electric Quilters ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}