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• dacron vs polyester batting

  Confused by dacron vs polyester batting? You are not alone. Here is the short answer: Dacron is a trademarked name for polyester fiber, so the two are made from the same material. The real differences… read more

• dacron fiber

  If you want plump pillows, smooth cushions or cozy quilts, dacron fiber is one of the most dependable fills you can choose. Dacron is a trade name for polyester fiber, and sewists, upholsterers and cr… read more

• what is hidem

  What Is Hidem? A Quick IntroductionIf you have come across the name and wondered what is Hidem, you are not alone. Hidem is a fabric name you will see on a selection of materials in our catalog. Like… read more

• batting thickness

  Choosing the right batting thickness can make or break a quilt. The layer between your top and backing shapes how warm the finished piece feels, how it drapes, and how easily it moves through your mac… read more

• what is denier

  If you have shopped for nylon or polyester and wondered what is denier, you are not alone. Denier is a unit that measures the thickness of a single fiber or filament. It is defined as the weight in gr… read more