Hobbs Tuscany Cotton/Wool vs Hobbs Tuscany 100% Wool Batting

Both Tuscany battings are Hobbs's premium tier — but one is an 80% cotton / 20% wool blend and one is pure super-washed wool. The blend gives you wool warmth with cotton-like handling; the pure wool gives you maximum loft, drape, and warmth. Here's how to choose.

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Hobbs Tuscany Cotton/Wool 96" Roll

SKU: BATT-TCWBY-96

$304.84

80% cotton / 20% wool • Needle-punched • 96" wide × 30 yards • Light-medium loft

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Hobbs Tuscany 100% Wool (king pkg)

SKU: CDS-TW120

$62.99

100% super washed wool • Needle-punched • Packaged • Medium-high loft

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Head-to-Head Comparison

Feature	Cotton/Wool Blend	100% Wool
Fiber	80% cotton / 20% wool Cotton/Wool	100% super washed wool 100% Wool
Loft	Light-medium Cotton/Wool	Medium-high 100% Wool
Warmth	Warm Cotton/Wool	Very warm 100% Wool
Drape	Excellent	Outstanding 100% Wool
Washability	Dry clean or hand wash	Machine wash gentle 100% Wool
Needle feel	Cotton-like Cotton/Wool	Traditional wool give 100% Wool
Format	Roll (bulk) Cotton/Wool	Packaged 100% Wool

▶ Our VerdictThe Cotton/Wool blend is the practical longarm choice — it behaves more like cotton under tension but delivers warmth beyond standard cotton batting. Pure Tuscany Wool is the show-quilt choice: maximum drape, weight, and the unmistakable hand quilting feel.

Who Should Choose Which?

Choose Cotton/Wool if you…

Want wool warmth with familiar cotton handling
Run a longarm studio buying by the roll
Quilt for customers who want warmth but easy care
Do dense pantograph work

Choose 100% Wool if you…

Want maximum warmth and loft
Are making show quilts or heirlooms
Do hand quilting
Want a more washable wool option
Prioritize drape above everything else

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the cotton/wool blend warmer than standard 80/20 cotton/poly?

Yes — the 20% wool content adds significantly more warmth than polyester at the same weight.

Can I quilt Tuscany Cotton/Wool on a longarm?

Yes — it loads and tracks well. The cotton content gives it familiar tension behavior.

Which is better for a quilt-show entry?

Both are excellent, but pure wool produces the fuller, more luxurious drape that show judges favor.

Can Tuscany 100% Wool be machine washed?

Yes — it is super washed, making it more forgiving than standard wool. Use a gentle cycle in cold water.

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