Originally Posted by BellaBoo
I took my little thread counter to one LQS and the owner about had a conniption. She said you couldn't judge quality fabric by thread count. The thread count on the better cotton fabric at Walmart show on the counter to be about 100 - 120. Same or higher then some of the LQS fabric I have. Kona and Moda are 65 which I think is standard for good quality. I do know that one ply cotton fabric will hold up longer then 2 ply. Always buy 1 ply in sheets.
How easy is it to use your thread counter and where did you purchase it? If you have time, I'd like to hear more about how you use it. Thanks.