Welcome back to The Quilting Central Podcast! In this episode, Angie, Julie, and Cathy dive deep into one of the most important parts of quilting that often gets overlooked — batting.

From the history of quilt batting to today’s many options, the hosts break down:
🧵 Different types of batting (cotton, polyester, wool, blends, bamboo & more)
🧵 How batting affects the look, feel, and drape of your quilt
🧵 Tips for choosing the right batting for hand quilting, machine quilting, and longarm quilting
🧵 Common mistakes quilters make with batting and how to avoid them

Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or an experienced quilter looking to try new batting options, this episode will help you get the perfect finish for every project.

✨ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more quilting tips and tutorials every week!

#Quilting #QuiltBatting #QuiltingPodcast #QuiltingTips #QuiltLife #Sewing

In this sharp and fun episode of The Quilting Central Podcast, Julie, Angie, and Cathy thread the needle on one of the most essential quilting tools — needles!

From sizes and types to tips on when and why to change them, the hosts break down everything you need to know to get the best results in your piecing, quilting, and longarming. Whether you’re hand sewing, machine quilting, or just confused about what that needle chart really means, this episode brings clarity (and plenty of laughs).

Needles may be small, but they make a big difference — and the Quilting Central crew is here to help you pick the right one for every project.

In this episode, Cathy, Julie, and Angie talk about the joys and struggles that came with their very first sewing machines. There are many fun stories to be shared, so please share your own in the comments. They also cover what to look for when you are ready to either buy your first machine or upgrade to a new one. It was a lot of fun recording this episode, so hopefully you enjoy it!