Fiberfill

Crafting is a great way to reduce stress levels and create something beautiful and functional. If you are considering creating your own dolls, toys, or pillows there are a few tips that you need to know before you begin. After you have decided on a pattern and the right fabrics and accessories, you need to consider the type of fiberfill you use.

Fiberfill is a collection of fibers that is used to create loft and mass to items such as pillows and stuffed animals. The most popular type is polyester fiberfill. Polyester fiberfill is non-allergenic, and is machine washable which is extremely important in craft projects.

Not all fiberfill products are created the same however. Poor quality varieties tend to bunch and shift, and lose their loft quickly. It is recommended that you inspect the fiberfill before purchasing. Test its resiliency and try to get a good look at the fibers. The fiberfill should be a series of random fibers; if they are densely compacted or seem to lie flat you may have a poor quality product. Poor quality fiberfill will actually cost you more in the long run. You will have to use up to 25% more fiberfill to create the same effect as a quality product, so do your research before hand.

If you focus your attention on the same type of crafts such as stuffed animals or pillows, once you find a good fiberfill company stick with it. Or if you purchase quilt batting. Don’t just purchase whatever is on sale, or is the easiest to find. All of your hard work and effort could be wasted if your pillow or toy begins to flatten with continual wear. So do a little bit of research beforehand, to ensure that you get the best quality fiberfill available to you.

When you look for good fiberfill try your local craft store, online store, and wholesale fiberfill distributor.