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.