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YC Quilter 07-26-2016 04:36 PM

Michael Miller cotton couture solids
 
Des any one know how this Cotton couture compares to Kona cotton solids? I have a pattern that uses them, but my lqs only carries the Kona. In the past I have felt that the Kona fabric is slightly heavy compared to regular quilting cotton.

Jeanne S 07-26-2016 04:41 PM

I think kona is heavier than Moda Bella, but I like both. I think the MM solids are lovely, tightly woven and silkier than Kona.

Cari-in-Oly 07-26-2016 06:52 PM

I thought the Couture cottons were a little thin.

Cari

joe'smom 07-26-2016 09:01 PM

Are you opposed to buying them on line? They are lovely and silky and a lighter weight than Kona, but no doubt the pattern would work with any brand of solids.

http://www.hawthornethreads.com/fabr...cotton_couture

Maureen NJ 07-27-2016 01:48 AM


Originally Posted by Cari-in-Oly (Post 7612052)
I thought the Couture cottons were a little thin.

Cari

They are a little thinner but, as Jeannie said, they are a tighter weave and silkier. I love them.

Sandygirl 07-27-2016 02:50 AM


Originally Posted by Jeanne S (Post 7611968)
I think kona is heavier than Moda Bella, but I like both. I think the MM solids are lovely, tightly woven and silkier than Kona.

True. They are. They have a wonderful hand to the fabric.

Sandy

YC Quilter 07-27-2016 03:31 AM


Originally Posted by joe'smom (Post 7612108)
Are you opposed to buying them on line? They are lovely and silky and a lighter weight than Kona, but no doubt the pattern would work with any brand of solids.

http://www.hawthornethreads.com/fabr...cotton_couture

The pattern I have is a paper pieced one with some quite small pieces, so I'm thinking that the cotton Couture will be the better choice. I did see them on line but I haven't had the chance to feel them. Thanks to all your replies, I think I have my answer. Now the search will be on to find all the right colors!

ManiacQuilter2 07-27-2016 04:11 AM

Yes, most of RK cotton fabric are a little heavier than compared to Hoffman. I use to sell them and I always had to add a few ounces when shipping the RK. I am happy with the quality of Kona cotton. Best thing to do is buy a quarter or a half a yard and try it out.

Claire123 07-27-2016 03:33 PM

I really like Michael Miller solids. I think they are softer and the colors are richer than Kona or American Made.

jmoore 07-28-2016 02:28 AM

Informative post...I am going to the Maine Quilt show tomorrow, I will have to see if any of the vendors carry Michael Miller.


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