Washing Batting

[SherryBee]

I recently bought batting and by mistake bought a fusible one. Can I pre wash it? Or, could I use it as it is? I will be using it for hand quilting on a no baste frame. I could keep it for another project and buy another one but, I'd like to use it. It is a good brand and is 80% cotton, 20% Poly. I purchased it "by the yard" so there's no directions (and returning is is iffy) and no info on the manufacturers web site. I would love to hear your advice and thoughts about which way to go.

Thanks
Sherry

[Marilynsgrammy]

I have only used fusible batting for projects like wall hangings or table runners... there is a rough side and a smooth side.. the rough side is the "glue" that irons onto the fabric.... be careful, the sticky stuff can get on your iron or ironing board.....

if it's a quilt that will be extra special I would use another batting, but if it's just going to be tossed on the couch to curl up in and watch chick flicks I don't see why you can't use the iron on...

good luck,
Chriss

[MainelyMe]

I would decide how important the quilt is first. Just a grab and wrap up, or more than that. You don't need to wash it, but it can be washed once you have it together. I have only used it for a larger quilt once, so I guess I wouldn't recommend it for that. If you make smaller items, bags, placemats, etc.,I would save it for those and purchase another for your quilt.

[girl]

Hi SherryBee,
Im like Chriss and MainelyMe, If its gonna be curled up in for movies I would use it. But if it going to be layed out over the bed nicely draped over the sides then I would buy another type of batting. I'm a warm and natural type of girl. I do hope you let us know what you disided on.

[FlorenceM]

I agree with Chriss, I would buy another piece of batting. I am a hand quilter myself. I prefer warm & natural with scrim. The scrim is an extra bonding. It will help keep it from separating from the pulling that happens when you hand quilt. Good Luck. Let me know your progress as you go.

[purrfect-lady]

I've come late to the party here, but I wouldn't use the fusible batting for a quilt. It is stiffer. I don't know what it does when it's washed, but I would certainly test it first. I like Warm and Natural for quilts. Or I hear Dream Poly is very nice, too. Save your fusible batting for things like tote bags.