Quilters Dream Select White 80/20 Batting Throw Roll 60in x 30 Yards

The Quilters Dream Select White 80/20 Batting — Throw Roll 60" x 30 Yards is a premium blend of 80% natural cotton and 20% polyester in Quilters Dream’s SELECT quality grade — providing the warmth, breathability, and soft drape of cotton with just enough polyester to improve loft retention, reduce shrinkage, and extend longevity. The Throw Roll format at 60" x 30 yards provides production yardage for smaller format quilts including throw and lap quilts.

Top 10 Questions About Quilters Dream Select White 80/20 Throw Roll

What does 80/20 batting mean?: 80% natural cotton fiber and 20% polyester fiber blended together. The cotton provides natural breathability, soft drape, and the characteristic crinkle after washing that many quilters love. The 20% polyester improves loft retention (the batting bounces back after compression), reduces shrinkage compared to 100% cotton, and adds durability for long-term use.
What is the SELECT quality grade?: SELECT is Quilters Dream’s mid-range grade — above their Request entry level and below their premium DELUXE grade. SELECT provides professional production quality suitable for customer quilts, gifts, and regular studio production where premium quality is important but the highest-grade batting is not required.
Why choose White over Natural for the 80/20?: White batting is bleached to a bright white, making it the appropriate choice for white or light-colored quilt tops where any show-through from batting color would be visible. Natural (unbleached) batting has a warm off-white color that can show through light fabrics. For white and pastel quilt tops, White batting is the correct choice.
What does 30 yards provide for throw quilt production?: At standard throw size (approximately 50" x 60" finished), 30 yards of 60"-wide batting provides approximately 18 throw-size quilts — substantial production yardage for studios with regular smaller-format quilt output.
Is 80/20 the most popular batting blend in the longarm industry?: Yes — 80/20 is the most widely used batting blend in longarm production because it combines the best qualities of cotton and polyester in a proportion that most studios and customers find ideal for a wide range of quilt types.
What stitch distance is appropriate for Quilters Dream SELECT 80/20?: Quilters Dream SELECT batting is designed for stitch distances up to 8" between quilting lines. Closer stitching is always acceptable; going beyond the recommended distance risks batting shift and bearding over time.
Does SELECT 80/20 require pre-washing?: No — SELECT batting is manufactured to be used as-is without pre-washing. The 20% polyester content reduces the shrinkage associated with 100% cotton battings, though some minimal shrinkage after the customer’s first wash is normal and contributes to the characteristic cottage look.
Is this batting appropriate for hand quilting?: Yes — Quilters Dream SELECT cotton-polyester battings are needled for smooth hand quilting needle passage as well as machine and longarm use.
How does SELECT compare to Hobbs 80/20?: Both are quality 80/20 battings from leading manufacturers. Studio preference for Quilters Dream vs. Hobbs 80/20 typically comes down to personal drape, loft, and handling preferences developed through regular use. Many studios stock both for different applications or customer preferences.
Is the Throw Roll economical for production studios?: Yes — roll format batting is significantly more economical per yard than packaged batting and allows exact yardage cutting for each quilt without waste. Roll format is the standard for production longarm studios.

Common Uses for Quilters Dream Select White 80/20 Throw Roll

Production batting for throw and lap quilts in studio longarm work
Customer quilts where an 80/20 cotton-polyester blend is specified or preferred
Baby and children’s quilts requiring a durable, washable cotton-poly blend
Gift quilts where a quality production batting is appropriate
Donation and charity quilts requiring a reliable, economical production-grade batting
Smaller art quilts and wall hangings at throw size
Upsell batting option for customers choosing a premium blend over standard polyester
Studio staple for consistent quality across all smaller-format production work