Utah buying and materials guide · Updated August 2026
Where to buy quilt batting in Utah—and how to choose it
Start with the quilt’s job, not a fiber slogan. Cotton gives many quilts a familiar low-loft, textured finish. An 80/20 blend is a versatile choice for everyday and longarm-quilted projects. Polyester can add loft with little shrinkage, wool provides warmth and stitch definition without the same weight as dense cotton, and bamboo-based blends are chosen for softness and drape.
Cotton, 80/20, polyester, wool, and bamboo batting compared
Fiber is only one part of the decision. Products made from the same fiber can have different loft, scrim, bonding, shrinkage, color, care instructions, and maximum distance between quilting lines. Treat the package or manufacturer page for the exact product as the final authority.
| Batting type | Typical result | Useful for | Check before buying |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100% cotton | Low to medium loft; traditional weight, drape, and washed texture | Bed quilts, throws, baby quilts, dense quilting, classic finishes | Shrinkage, scrim, color, and whether hand quilting is recommended |
| 80/20 cotton-polyester | Low to medium loft with more resilience and stability than many all-cotton products | Everyday quilts, machine quilting, longarm work, frequent use | Actual blend, shrinkage, resin or scrim, and quilting distance |
| Polyester | Available from very thin to puffy; lightweight for its loft; little or no shrinkage | Puffy quilting, tied quilts, T-shirt quilts, washable utility projects | Loft, bearding risk, breathability, heat limits, and fiber migration |
| Wool | Resilient loft, visible stitch definition, warmth without dense cotton weight | Bed quilts, show quilting, cold-weather quilts, hand or machine quilting | Washability, shrinkage, fiber blend, allergies, and drying instructions |
| Bamboo, Tencel, or silk blends | Soft hand, fluid drape, usually low to medium loft | Lightweight quilts, wearable projects, quilts where drape matters | The complete fiber blend, care, shrinkage, and manufacturer claims |
Why the product label matters
Manufacturer specifications vary substantially. Hobbs lists a 4-inch maximum quilting distance and 3–5% shrinkage for its Heirloom 80/20, while The Warm Company permits quilting or tying Warm & Natural up to 10 inches apart and lists about 3% shrinkage in a first cold wash. Quilters Dream publishes different limits and care instructions across its cotton, polyester, wool, bamboo, and other lines. Fiber name alone cannot tell you those numbers.
Read the current Hobbs 80/20 specification, Warm & Natural instructions, or Quilters Dream user guide for examples of product-specific guidance.
Choosing batting for the project
For an everyday bed or throw quilt
Cotton and 80/20 are useful starting points when you want a familiar quilt feel and expect regular washing. Decide whether you want the flatter, crinkled finish often associated with cotton or slightly more loft and resilience. For a Utah household, the room temperature, sleeper, backing, and number of other blankets matter more than the outdoor climate alone.
For a baby or child’s quilt
Prioritize washability, durability, low bulk, and the care instructions for every material. Hobbs recommends several durable washable products for frequently used children’s quilts, including its 80/20 blend and selected polyester lines. Never assume “natural” automatically means easier care or safer for a particular child.
For a T-shirt quilt
T-shirt tops can already be heavy and may contain fabric that has been washed repeatedly. A stable low-loft batting with controlled shrinkage can avoid unnecessary bulk and uneven puckering. Hobbs specifically identifies its thin nonshrinking Thermore polyester as one option, while 80/20 is another common choice. Stabilizer and batting perform different jobs; the knit shirts may need interfacing even when batting is used.
For visible quilting texture
Medium-loft wool and loftier polyester products help quilting motifs stand out. Some show quilters use two layers, but doubled batting changes tension, density, drape, and thickness. Test the complete sandwich and clear the choice with the longarm quilter before purchasing.
For hand quilting
Look beyond fiber to needle resistance. Scrim, bonding, density, and loft affect how easily a hand needle passes through. Quilters Dream, for example, distinguishes which cotton lofts it recommends for hand quilting. Make a small sample with the actual top, backing, batting, thread, and needle before committing to a bed-size quilt.
Verified places to buy quilt batting in Utah
The following businesses publicly document batting inventory or batting supplied with longarm services. This is a verified starting list, not a claim that other Utah quilt shops do not carry batting. Package sizes, bolt widths, fibers, brands, and walk-in availability change, so call or check online before making a special trip.
| Utah source | What is documented | Buying format |
|---|---|---|
| Village Dry Goods, Brigham City | The official online shop has a dedicated batting category. | Retail shop and online ordering; verify current products |
| My Girlfriend’s Quilt Shoppe, Logan | The official store publishes batting products, including packaged specialty batting. | Retail shop and online ordering; stock status varies |
| Quilts on the Corner, Sandy | The longarm page says several batting choices are available as an additional charge. | With longarm service; ask about stand-alone sales |
| Ladybug Threads, Bountiful | Documents Hobbs 80/20, washable wool, and polyester batting. | With longarm service; local drop-off or shipping |
| We Finish Quilts, Lehi | Lists Winline 80/20, bleached cotton, and bamboo batting. | Priced by the linear inch with longarm service |
| Chateau Rainbow Quilts, Herriman | Lists 80/20 batting for purchase with quilting. | Priced by the linear inch with longarm service |
| The Quilted Barn, Utah County | Lists Winline 80/20, cotton, bamboo, Quilters Dream wool and poly, and Warm & White. | Priced by the yard with longarm service |
To search more broadly, use the Utah city directory or county directory and call a nearby full-service quilt shop with the fiber, size, color, and quantity you need. For a quilt being professionally finished, compare Utah longarm providers before buying: the quilter may stock a preferred batting and charge only for the exact length used.
How quilt batting is priced
Utah sellers use three common formats:
- Packaged precuts are labeled craft, crib, throw, twin, queen, king, or another named size. Compare the actual dimensions, not only the name.
- Batting by the yard is cut from a bolt or roll with a stated width. Wider rolls can cover a bed quilt without piecing.
- Batting by the linear inch is common in longarm studios. The roll has a fixed width, and the quilter charges for the length needed.
As of the August 2026 check, The Quilted Barn lists wide batting from $10 to $18 per yard, depending on fiber, loft, brand, and roll width. We Finish Quilts lists batting from 30 to 39 cents per linear inch, and Chateau Rainbow lists 80/20 at 30 cents per linear inch. These are service-provider examples rather than statewide retail averages, and prices can change.
Compare total usable area, not just the unit price. A low package price is not a bargain if it is too small, while a longarm provider’s per-inch price may include a roll wide enough to avoid seams and unused leftovers.
How much batting to buy
Measure the actual quilt top after piecing and pressing. For longarm quilting, add the amount required on every side—Utah providers commonly request 3–4 inches per side. A 60″ × 72″ top therefore may need batting at least 66″ × 78″ or 68″ × 80″. The chosen longarm quilter’s rule controls.
Use the quilt and batting size chart to compare common package dimensions. The backing calculator can also calculate an oversized rectangle when you enter the required extra per side. For the quilt top and complete shopping plan, use the fabric yardage chart and estimator.
Color, scrim, and loft
- Color: white batting can preserve a bright white top; natural batting may warm light colors; black batting can reduce pale lint showing on dark quilts.
- Scrim: a thin stabilizing layer can permit wider quilting distances but may add needle resistance. Follow the product’s placement guidance.
- Loft: this is batting thickness, not a direct measurement of warmth. Higher loft emphasizes quilting relief and changes machine clearance and binding fullness.
- Shrinkage: it affects finished dimensions and texture. Fabric, thread, backing, washing, and drying also influence the result.
Quilt batting questions
What is the best batting for a quilt?
There is no single best batting. Choose for the quilt’s use, desired loft and drape, washing needs, quilting method, and the maximum spacing allowed between quilting lines. An 80/20 cotton-polyester blend is a practical starting point for many everyday and longarm-quilted projects, but cotton, polyester, wool, and bamboo blends each produce different results.
What is the difference between cotton and 80/20 quilt batting?
Cotton batting usually gives a flatter, traditional feel and often shrinks enough to create texture after washing. An 80/20 blend combines mostly cotton with polyester for additional stability, resilience, and loft. Exact shrinkage and maximum quilting distance depend on the specific product.
How much larger should batting be than the quilt top?
For longarm quilting, Utah providers commonly request 3 to 4 extra inches on every side. That adds 6 to 8 inches to both the width and length. Domestic-machine and hand-quilting projects may require less, but leaving trimming room is still important. Follow the quilter’s instructions before cutting.
Should quilt batting be prewashed?
Usually not. Many current batting products are designed to be used directly from the package, and some manufacturers specifically advise against prewashing. If controlled shrinkage matters, read the exact product instructions and make a small test sandwich rather than applying a generic rule.
Can quilt batting be pieced?
Yes, when the pieces have the same fiber, loft, and condition. Butt clean straight edges together without overlapping and join them with a wide zigzag stitch or batting-joining tape intended for the fiber. Ask your longarm quilter before piecing batting for a customer quilt.
Where can I buy quilt batting in Utah?
Village Dry Goods in Brigham City and My Girlfriend’s Quilt Shoppe in Logan document retail batting online. Several Utah longarm providers also sell batting with quilting services, including Quilts on the Corner in Sandy, Ladybug Threads in Bountiful, We Finish Quilts in Lehi, Chateau Rainbow Quilts in Herriman, and The Quilted Barn in Utah County. Inventory and walk-in sales policies should be confirmed before traveling.
How this guide was researched
We checked current manufacturer guidance from Hobbs, The Warm Company, and Quilters Dream, plus first-party shop or service pages from the Utah businesses listed above. Product formulas, stock, prices, and care instructions can change. Always retain the package label for the exact batting used in a quilt.
Last checked: August 2026. If your Utah shop publicly sells quilt batting and should be included, or a listed detail has changed, please send a correction.