{"title":"Hobbs Heirloom 80\/20 Batting 96in Wide By The Yard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHobbs Heirloom 80\/20 Batting — 96\" Wide By The Yard\u003c\/strong\u003e provides Hobbs’ industry-standard 80\/20 cotton-polyester batting at flexible custom yardage in the standard 96\" production width. By-the-yard purchasing allows individual quilters and small studios to access the quality of Hobbs Heirloom 80\/20 without committing to a full production roll, making it practical for specific quilts, special projects, and supplemental studio inventory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTop 10 Questions About Hobbs 80\/20 96in By The Yard\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhen is by-the-yard 80\/20 the right choice?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eFor individual quilters who need a specific yardage for one quilt; for small studios filling inventory gaps between roll deliveries; for customers who want to purchase batting for their own quilt project; and for studios testing 80\/20 quality before committing to a full roll purchase.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs the quality the same as the roll format?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — same Hobbs Heirloom 80\/20 construction, same 96\" width, cut from production rolls.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eHow many yards do I need for a queen quilt?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eA standard queen quilt requires approximately 2.75–3 yards of 96\" batting with standard loading overlap allowances.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eDoes Hobbs 80\/20 shrink after washing?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — approximately 3–5% after first wash, creating the characteristic vintage crinkle cotton quilts are known for.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eWhat stitch distance is required?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eHobbs recommends stitching no more than 4\" apart for Heirloom 80\/20.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs this the right choice for a hand quilter?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes — Hobbs Heirloom 80\/20 is a respected hand quilting batting. The cotton content provides the needle-friendly quality hand quilters seek.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs pre-washing required?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eNo — use directly from purchase without pre-washing.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eCan I purchase a single yard?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eCheck current Linda’s purchasing minimums for by-the-yard batting. Most stores offer single-yard minimums.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs 96\" wide appropriate for queen quilts?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e96\" accommodates standard queen quilts with standard loading overlap. For full king production without piecing, 120\" wide batting is needed.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003eIs by-the-yard economical compared to roll format?\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eRoll format is more economical per yard for high-volume studios. By-the-yard pricing is appropriate for individual projects and occasional use where roll inventory commitment is not practical.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Uses for Hobbs 80\/20 96in By The Yard\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual queen quilts at exact yardage without purchasing a full roll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomer-purchased batting for quilts brought in for longarm service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall studios filling inventory gaps between full roll shipments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTesting Hobbs 80\/20 quality before committing to a production roll\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecific project purchases where exact yardage is predetermined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGift batting purchases for individual quilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStudios offering batting by the yard as a customer convenience service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplemental inventory for high-demand periods between roll restocking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hobbs-heirloom-80-20-96-wide-batting-roll","title":"Hobbs 80\/20 Heirloom Batting 96\" Wide Batting Roll - 30 Yards","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"prod-detail-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobbs 80\/20 Heirloom is the shop-favorite batting for longarm and machine quilters who want a soft, low-loft layer that handles like cotton but holds its shape like a blend. Each roll measures 96\" wide by 30 yards, so a single roll covers most queen and king tops in one piece and yields many smaller projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 80% natural cotton and 20% polyester blend pairs the breathability and antique drape of cotton with the strength and bearding resistance of polyester. It is needle-punched for stability, so it resists shifting and bunching under the needle and delivers crisp, even stitch definition on both light and dark fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFiber content\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80% Cotton \/ 20% Polyester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRoll size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e96\" wide x 30 yards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural (unbleached)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLoft\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShrinkage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMax distance between stitches\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConstruction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeedle-punched\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine wash and dry; pre-washing not recommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLongarm quilting, machine quilting, bed and throw quilts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHLBY-96\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat loft is Hobbs 80\/20 Heirloom batting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a low loft of about 1\/8\", which is ideal for a flat, traditional quilt finish and for showing off detailed quilting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to pre-wash this batting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Pre-washing is not recommended. Expect 3-5% shrinkage in the first wash, which gives the soft, crinkled look many quilters want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow far apart can I space my quilting stitches?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can quilt up to 4\" apart. Closer quilting will give a more durable and defined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this batting good for longarm machines?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 96\" width and needle-punched construction make it a popular choice for both longarm and domestic machine quilting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is one roll?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach roll is 96\" wide and 30 yards (90 feet) long. The 96\" width covers most queen and king quilt tops in a single piece, and the length lets you cut many projects from one roll.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipping note: We are unable to ship rolls of batting to Alaska, Hawaii, or anywhere outside the 48 contiguous states. Orders from these locations will be cancelled and refunded.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hobbs Bonded Fibers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47112216019081,"sku":"HLBY-96","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/0393\/1273\/files\/Hobbs-80-20-Heirloom-Batting-96_-Wide-Batting-Roll-30-Yards-Hobbs-Bonded-Fibers-259959217_34a14acd-80cc-4f3f-bfc7-eab63e106be8.jpg?v=1782643237"}],"url":"https:\/\/battingcompany.com\/collections\/hobbs-heirloom-80-20-batting-96-wide-yardage-by-yard-aeo.oembed","provider":"The Batting Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}