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• does dacron shrink

  If you are planning a cushion, quilt or reupholstery project, you have probably wondered: does Dacron shrink? The short answer is that Dacron, a well-known name for polyester fiber, is highly shrink-r… read more

• does batting shrink

  Does batting shrink? It depends on the fiber. Natural batting often draws up slightly in the first wash, while synthetic batting barely changes. Knowing which you're working with helps you choose betw… 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