Hobbs Linda's Choice Batting -100% Bleached Cotton with Scrim - 108" Wide by 25 Yard Roll
The Hobbs Linda’s Choice Batting — 100% Bleached Cotton with Scrim, 108" Wide by 25 Yard Roll is a signature batting developed exclusively for Linda’s Electric Quilters. Made by Hobbs to Linda’s specifications, this 100% bleached cotton batting with a stabilizing scrim delivers a bright white, consistent batting that performs beautifully on longarm machines and produces a flat, classic finished quilt.
Product Details
- Width: 108" — fits king-size quilts without seaming; also ideal for wide queen and full backings
- Length: 25 yards per roll — production roll for longarm studios
- Fiber: 100% bleached cotton — bright white, clean appearance on both sides of the finished quilt
- Scrim: Cotton scrim for dimensional stability — resists shifting and bearding during quilting
- Exclusive: Linda’s Choice is available only through Linda’s Electric Quilters
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Linda’s Choice different from standard Hobbs cotton batting?
- Linda’s Choice is a custom specification developed with Hobbs specifically for our customers. The bleached cotton and scrim combination is tuned for consistent longarm performance, and you can only get it here.
- Is bleached cotton batting better than natural (unbleached) cotton?
- Neither is objectively better — it depends on the project. Bleached cotton is bright white and ideal for white-on-white quilts, wholecloth projects, and backings where a clean white is desired. Natural cotton has a warm off-white tone that suits antique-reproduction and vintage-style quilts.
- How far apart can I quilt on this batting?
- With a cotton scrim for stability, Linda’s Choice supports quilting up to 4" apart without batting migration. For more open designs, reduce spacing or use a batting with a higher-loft or stronger scrim.
- Does cotton batting shrink after washing?
- Expect approximately 3–5% initial shrinkage on the first wash, which creates a desirable slight pucker and antique look. Pre-wash the batting if you prefer a flat finish.
- Can I use this batting for hand quilting?
- Yes — 100% cotton with scrim is a great hand-quilting batting. The scrim keeps the layers stable while the cotton allows the needle to pass through smoothly.
