Batting (material)

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Batting (also known as wadding in the United Kingdom[1] or filler[2]) is a layer of insulation used in quilting between a top layer of patchwork and a bottom layer of backing material.[3][2] Batting is usually made of cotton, polyester, and/or wool.

[edit] References

  1. ^ DawnPages -- Quilting Glossary, reddawn.net
  2. ^ a b Quilts and Quiltmaking in America: Glossary of Quilt Terms, American Memory from the Library of Congress, memory.loc.gov
  3. ^ Quilt Glossary, quiltuniversity.com