Originally Posted by ghostrider
(Post 5657161)
True Kona Cotton Solids are made only by Robert Kaufman, that's the only brand name. As for right and wrong side, Kona Solids are yarn dyed so there is no difference at all between the sides.
The other side of the fabric was just fine. And that was the only time I've ever run into that problem with any of Kaufman's fabrics. Actually, I don't think I ever ran into it with any other quilt-shop brands either. I did see it happen quite a lot with Springs Quilters Only solids. And I agree, there isn't a right side or wrong side with Kona cotton. Both seem the same to me! |
This may not be true any more -
but several years ago, the dye lots did not seem to be consistent - so, if you can, buy as much as you need of one color all off the same bolt. It does feel 'heftier' to me than most of the other quilting cottons I have. I think it's too bulky to use for small piece applique work. |
I love the Kona cottons.
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Originally Posted by skowron5
(Post 5656833)
I am going to be taking Amy Gibson's class she teaches on her website next year and she is using Kona Solid Fabrics. I was wondering if anyone has used these fabrics and what they think of them.
I usually stay away from solids because they are so thin. I was wondering if they are a better fabric then most solids. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks |
Originally Posted by Favorite Fabrics
(Post 5657728)
Are you *sure* it's yarn dyed?
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I also have Kona Solids in lots of colors and they are not thin and work really well. I really love Kona Cotton.
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Kona cottons sold at Hobby Lobby retail for $7.99, but are one of their "always 30% off" deals so $5.59. They are by Robert Kaufman and I like them much better than the Classic cottons sold there. I used to work at my local Hobby Lobby and miss my discount, but still go there for lots of my fabric since it's right up the street.
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Kona solids are the best, in my opinion! I always buy them at our local Hancock's or online at Fabric.com. Fabric.com currently has them for $5.48/yard, which I consider to be a good deal. I think you will like working with them. They have a good hand.
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Originally Posted by ghostrider
(Post 5657161)
True Kona Cotton Solids are made only by Robert Kaufman, that's the only brand name. As for right and wrong side, Kona Solids are yarn dyed so there is no difference at all between the sides.
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I have never bought Kona. I very seldom ever use solids, but it seems to me they are always very thin. That is why I was questioning if a better fabric would not be that way. I have even bought solids at LQS's that were thin, but I never paid attention to the brand I was buying. Thanks for all the help.
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