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Old 05-12-2010, 01:52 AM
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Do you use solids in your quilts? Which brand do you like most and why?
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Old 05-12-2010, 02:41 AM
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i use some solids..usually Kona. i like the rich looking colors. Joanns has them. and you can order on line..all quilt shops carry solids.
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Old 05-12-2010, 02:48 AM
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I rarely use solids, I prefer tone on tone. I think it gives a quilt a a nicer look. My favorite is Robert Kaufman's "fusions". I have many colors in my stash.
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Old 05-12-2010, 03:32 AM
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Solids are impossible to find locally, so I have to buy online. That means Kona cotton. I have a color card from Hancocks of Paducah to help with color selection.

Some of the colors seem to fray more during applique, and sometimes it's a bit harder to hand quilt through them.

I'd love to have a local source for cotton sateen, too. That would make a spectacular quilt!
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Old 05-12-2010, 04:16 AM
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If I need a dense solid I use Kona but I prefer to use a Moda marble whenever possible.
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Old 05-12-2010, 04:38 AM
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It is IMPOSSIBLE to find solid's locally. Recently I had to go to Niagara Falls,NY to Joann's to get some... I found out when I was cutting out the quilt, I don't have enough and I'm going to have to go back and get some more!!!

I liked the Kona brand from Joann's and I have no idea what they sell up here.

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Old 05-12-2010, 04:53 AM
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[quote=Borntohandquilt]Do you use solids in your quilts? Which brand do you like most and why?

Like other responders I like Kona, fusions and Patrick Lose (spelling?) Playing with Marbles. I think he now designs for Timeless Treasures since leaving Moda.
I also use real solids when I'm looking for a sharp sophisticated look.
Lately, I've been buying my solids, thanks to this Board, from Marshall Dry Goods. Their fabric quality is good and the prices can't be beat. $2.99/yard and $3.99/yard for 108"wide solids (which comes to less than $2.00/yd if you do the math).
http://www.marshalldrygoods.com
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Old 05-12-2010, 04:56 AM
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Solids in a quilt give it a total different look. You see the patterns more. Therefore you have to challenge yourself to use them more. We had a week retreat with Gwen Marston that was only solids. Loved it. I will try to post my daughters quilt that she made. Mine is still just a top. lol
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Old 05-12-2010, 05:05 AM
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My LQS just in some Moda Bella solids in fat quarters. They are so pretty! I've got to find a use for them so I can justify buying them!
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Old 05-12-2010, 05:06 AM
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I consider tone on tones solids!
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