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• does cotton batting shrink

  Does cotton batting shrink? Yes. Most 100% cotton quilt batting shrinks a few percent, often around 3 to 5 percent, the first time it is washed and dried. That shrinkage is not a flaw. It is what give… read more

• does polyester batting shrink

  Does polyester batting shrink? In most cases, barely at all. Polyester fibers are synthetic and hold their shape through washing and drying far better than natural fibers. That makes poly batting a de… read more

• can you wash cotton batting

  Can you wash cotton batting? Yes, and knowing how it behaves in water helps you get the finished quilt you want. Cotton batting typically shrinks a little on its first wash, so the real choice is whet… read more