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• can you dye dacron

  Can you dye Dacron? Yes, but not the way you would dye cotton. Dacron is a brand name for polyester, and its tightly bonded synthetic fibers resist the all-purpose dyes most crafters keep on hand. Wit… read more

• can you dye batting

  Can you dye batting? Yes, in most cases. The key is choosing the right fiber and handling it gently. Quilters dye batting to soften the look under dark fabrics, to hide bearding, or to give art quilts… read more

• can you sew upholstery batting

  Can you sew upholstery batting? Absolutely, and doing it well is the difference between a smooth, professional-looking cushion and one with lumps and ridges. Whether you're wrapping foam, padding a he… read more

• can you cut batting

  Can you cut batting? Absolutely, and doing it well makes every quilt, pillow and table runner easier to finish. Whether you're working from a roll or a pre-packaged size, cutting batting to size is a… read more

• can you sew through batting

  Can you sew through batting? Absolutely. Batting is the soft middle layer of every quilt sandwich, and it is made to be stitched through by hand or by machine. The trick is choosing the right batting… read more