I LOVE HOME BLOCK THREE
Find the Block 3 Instructions from JacquelynneSteves.com HERE
Here’s a quick video tutorial on Half Rectangle Units
WORKING AHEAD
While you are working on Block Three, you might want to start thinking about batting and creating your backing. I like my wall hangings to be rather flat, so I plan to choose a low loft batting like Warm and Natural Cotton batting or 80/20 Warm which is 80% cotton and 20% polyester.
I usually piece my backing with medium sized scraps. Because my quilt top is so colorful, I decided to tone it down on the back with a mix of gray fabrics. I prefer to wash my backing fabrics–I don’t want the back to shrink and cause distortion of my quilt if I choose to wash it later. Also, consider starching the backing fabric–it will help it slide when it’s time to…my favorite…FREE MOTION QUILT!!!!
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Win an assortment of theses adorable buttons and charms from I Love Buttons, Etc
To enter the drawing, please comment on YOUR favorite batting, or if you don’t have a favorite, just say “I love buttons!”
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May you enjoy exciting quilting adventures, but always be glad to be HOME!
Lori
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237 comments
Donna W
I like Hobbs 80/20 batting. And, I also love buttons!
Gretchen Jones
My favorite Batting is the warm and natural because it hand needles so nicely!
Wanda Rains
I love buttons. But I do have a favorite batting. I love Warm and Natural. Cozy
sunnysewsit
I like Hobbs 80-20 batting also. But for baby quilts, I use all cotton.
TJ
“I love buttons!”
Mary lewkowitz
I love Hobbs 80/20. It gives just enough loft to quilting
Mary Grass
I prefer Hobbs 80/20 for a quilt that will be used. For a wall hanging, I prefer a 100% cotton batting.
JaniceCarole
I really haven’t found a favorite. They all seem to have a quirky side to them But I like to use wool/cotton blend.
Lana's Lark
I love Quilter’s Dream wool batting. It is so soft with a higher loft which shows off the quilting design.
Debbie Horton
Quilter’s Dream Orient has been fun and rewarding to work with. I also like wool batting. And I DO love buttons!
Karen Flanigan
I love Quilter’s Dream wool batting (and buttons!)
Mary M
“I love buttons”
koquilts
I love buttons. Favorite batting depends on what I’m making.
Laura
I do love buttons! I also like Hobbs 80/20 batting.
Vicki
Warm and Natural is locally available but I’m getting ready to try the Hobbs 80/20. I wonder, if you are allergic to wool, do I dare put it inside a quilt?
I love speciality buttons,penquins, nativity..
piecefuldays
I love wool batting and buttons!!
Carolee Herechski
Warm and natural has been my go -to and I do love buttons as well.
Kay
I usually use the 80/20 but have thought about trying 100% cotton batting. I love buttons! Lots and Lots of them reside in my sewing room! Mom had an antique collection that I still admire now and then.
Joni Keskey
I love warm and natural, in any color or blend.
Maureen
I love buttons! I also love Warm and Natural.
Teri
I like to use Hobbs 80/20 batting in quilts for regular use. Love following your blog.
Mary VanDoodewaard
“Buttons Are Best” and I like using Warm and Natural batting, 80/20.
Julia Fleshman
I DO LOVE BUTTONS! I love all the new cute shaped ones they sell these days.
Karen
I Love Buttons! Since I was a little girl & my Mom made my sister & I matching corduroy jackets, with little wooden buttons!
Susan
I love buttons!
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Pat Zimmerman
I generally use Hobbs 80/20, but I’m considering switching to cotton. And I also love buttons!
Deborah A Herold
“I love buttons”
MS Barb
Warm & Natural
Bette
My favorite batting depends on the project. As far as brands, no contest–Hobbs or Quilters Dream are my choices every time.
LINDA
LOVE BUTTONS! THANKS!
Erin Musselman
Warm and natural
Bonnie Larson
Warm and natural. Thanks for sharing
Esther G
I usually use an 80/20 blend because it seems like it works most of the time and then I don’t have to think about it.
Suzie Trail
I like Warm and Natural.
Debra Stocks
My favorite for quilts is 80/20 but I have been working on some bowl cozies and using the 100% cotton warm and natural.
Karen
Warm and Natural!! Love buttons for embellishing my quilts
mars1948mars
Warm and Natural and I love buttons. Really
Kathlyn
I like wool batting, warm in winter, but surprisingly comfortable for light summer quilts.
rebecca
I like using wool batting for ease of quilting, warmth and light weight.
Terri
Warm and natural has been my usual choice, but tried Quilter’s Dream wool in my last quilt – Love it! I love buttons!
Joanne Brennan
I usually use Warm & Natural. I also love buttons and just bought an assortment today!
Susan Coolidge
I usually use Warm and Natural especially with baby quilts. I try to keep all baby related projects 100% cotton . Sometimes I will use an 80/20 for larger quilts and am just about to try wool. Thanks for your blog!
Susan J.
I love buttons! And I chose Warm and Natural cotton batting for my first full sized quilt which is still a work in progress! LOL
Karen
I use Warm and Natural needle punched cotton batting. It has the least amount of lint of any battings I have tried.
Kathy E.
I do love buttons! I haven’t found a favorite in the batting department, but can say that all the types/brands I’ve used have been positive experiences! Just lucky, I guess.
Janette
l Looooovvvvveeeee BUTTONS!
Teresa Keane
Hobb’s 80/20, but i’m open to trying others, like wool and recycled materials.
Cindi
I DEARLY love buttons!
Judy Purcell
My go to batting is Hobbs 80/20. But I do also love buttons! Thanks for your blog. I’ve learned so much!
Connie Jordan
I Love Buttons!
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