{"title":"Linda's Deluxe Cotton\/Poly Blend Batting 96\" Roll - Made by Hobbs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLinda's Deluxe Cotton\/Poly Blend Batting 96\" Roll - Made by Hobbs\u003c\/strong\u003e is Linda Taylor's own signature batting — a custom-formulated cotton\/polyester blend batting manufactured by Hobbs exclusively for Linda's Electric Quilters, offering the quality and performance of Hobbs craftsmanship in a proprietary blend that Linda has personally selected and stands behind for her longarm studio and her students.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop 10 Questions About Linda's Deluxe Cotton\/Poly Blend Batting 96\" Roll\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What makes Linda's Deluxe batting different from standard Hobbs Heirloom 80\/20?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Linda's Deluxe is a proprietary blend manufactured by Hobbs to Linda Taylor's specifications — a custom cotton\/polyester formulation that reflects Linda's professional preferences developed through decades of longarm quilting. It is the batting Linda uses and recommends in her own studio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Who is Linda Taylor and why does her batting recommendation matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Linda Taylor is one of the most recognized longarm quilting educators and professionals in the industry — the founder of Linda's Electric Quilters and the author of foundational longarm techniques taught to thousands of quilters. Her batting selection is informed by decades of professional studio experience across thousands of quilts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What size is the 96\" wide roll?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: 96\" wide — the standard longarm queen-width format that provides complete queen-size coverage with generous overhang on all sides for longarm leader attachment without any batting piecing required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many queen-size quilts does this roll provide?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yardage and quilt count depend on the roll length — check the current product listing for the exact yardage and calculate approximately 2.5–3 yards per queen quilt with standard overhang.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How far apart can I quilt Linda's Deluxe batting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: As a cotton\/polyester blend manufactured by Hobbs, it follows similar quilting distance guidelines to Hobbs Heirloom 80\/20 — check the product listing for specific recommendations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Does Linda's Deluxe batting shrink when washed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: As a cotton-blend batting, expect some shrinkage on first wash consistent with the cotton content. The post-wash crinkle is a desirable characteristic of quality cotton-blend batting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Linda's Deluxe batting available by the yard as well as by the roll?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes — Linda's Deluxe Batting is also available by the yard and in pre-cut package sizes. Check the current product listings for all available formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: What thread complements Linda's Deluxe Batting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Warm neutrals — 10WG1 Linen Glide, 17443 Bone Glide, 20001 Cream Glide — work beautifully with the natural cotton-blend tone of Linda's Deluxe batting for harmonious quilt sandwich color coordination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Linda's Deluxe batting appropriate for beginners as well as professionals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes — Linda specifically recommends this batting for her students learning longarm quilting because its consistent, reliable performance helps beginners focus on technique rather than troubleshooting batting behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is Linda's Deluxe 96\" Roll in stock at Linda's?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Check the current product listing for live availability. This is one of the most popular batting rolls at Linda's — advance ordering recommended for studios relying on it for production work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLinda's personal recommendation, Hobbs' professional quality — shop \u003cstrong\u003eLinda's Deluxe Cotton\/Poly Blend Batting 96\" Roll\u003c\/strong\u003e at Linda's Electric Quilters.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lindas-deluxe-cotton-poly-blend-batting-96-roll-made-by-hobbs","title":"Linda's Deluxe Cotton\/Poly Blend Batting - 96\" Roll - Made by Hobbs -- AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"prod-detail-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLinda's Deluxe Cotton\/Poly is our house blend, made for us by Hobbs, for quilters who want a little more loft than a standard 80\/20 without giving up the soft hand of cotton. The 60% natural cotton and 40% fine polyester mix gives a plush, even body that machine quilts beautifully and holds its shape wash after wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach roll is 96\" wide by 30 yards. The batting is needle-punched so it resists shifting and bunching under the needle, and it delivers clean stitch definition on both light and dark fabrics. Machine washable and dryable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis item is available for pre-order and is expected to ship on or around July 15, 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFiber content\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60% Cotton \/ 40% 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\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLoft\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1\/4\"\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\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMachine and longarm quilting; quilters wanting extra loft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSKU\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLEQ-6040\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is this different from Hobbs 80\/20?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt uses a 60\/40 cotton-poly blend instead of 80\/20, which gives a higher 1\/4\" loft and a softer, fuller drape while still quilting like a cotton blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen will my pre-order ship?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis roll is on pre-order and is expected to ship on or around July 15, 2026. Ordering now reserves your roll from the incoming lot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to pre-wash it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Pre-washing is not recommended. Expect 3-5% shrinkage on the first wash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow close should I quilt it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQuilt up to 4\" apart. Closer quilting gives a flatter, more durable finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipping note: Batting rolls cannot ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or anywhere outside the 48 contiguous states. 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