Warm & Natural Cotton Batting in the 90" x 20-yard bolt is the trusted natural cotton workhorse from The Warm Company — a premium needle-punched, 100% natural unbleached cotton batting in a queen-width format that has been the go-to choice of quilters and longarm professionals for decades.
Top 10 Questions About Warm & Natural Cotton Batting
Q: What is Warm & Natural batting made from?
A: Warm & Natural is made from 100% natural, unbleached cotton fibers that are needle-punched together without chemical binders or resins. Only premium-grade cotton is used — The Warm Company specifies that only 15% of all cotton grown meets their quality standard.
Q: How far apart can I quilt Warm & Natural batting?
A: The Warm Company recommends quilting no more than 10 inches apart — one of the widest distances of any cotton batting on the market. This extraordinary flexibility makes it perfect for modern, open quilting designs and widely spaced pantographs.
Q: Is the 90" width right for queen and king quilts?
A: The 90" width comfortably covers queen quilt tops with standard overhang. For standard king quilts, you may need to piece the batting, or consider the wider 124" width. Many longarm quilters use the 90" bolt for queen projects and keep the 124" for kings.
Q: Does Warm & Natural batting shrink when washed?
A: Expect 3–5% shrinkage on the first wash, creating the classic antique crinkle texture that quilters specifically love about natural cotton batting. Pre-washing is optional depending on the desired finished look.
Q: Is Warm & Natural a good batting for hand quilting?
A: It is one of the most beloved hand-quilting battings available. The needle-punched natural cotton compresses easily under the thimble, allowing fine, even stitches to pull through cleanly — a hallmark of quality heirloom hand quilting.
Q: Is Warm & Natural eco-friendly?
A: Yes — 100% natural cotton without chemical binders, synthetic fibers, or resins is one of the cleanest, most natural batting options available. It is safe for sensitive skin and popular for baby quilts and heirloom projects.
Q: How many yards of batting do I get from a 20-yard bolt?
A: A 90" x 20-yard bolt provides approximately 6–7 queen-size batting cuts, making it a practical purchase for studios that regularly produce queen-size quilts without committing to a full 40-yard bolt.
Q: Can I use Warm & Natural for longarm quilting?
A: Yes — it feeds smoothly through longarm machines and the wide 10-inch quilting distance gives longarm quilters exceptional design flexibility. It is particularly well suited for open modern designs and allover patterns.
Q: Does Warm & Natural batting beard through quilt tops?
A: The needle-punching significantly reduces bearding. Pairing it with tightly woven 100% cotton quilting fabrics provides the best protection against fiber migration through the quilt surface.
Q: Is Warm & Natural a good value compared to premium batting brands?
A: Warm & Natural is priced competitively with other premium cotton battings and delivers consistent, trusted quality backed by decades of use by professional quilters worldwide. Many consider it the standard against which all cotton battings are measured.
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