Originally Posted by ladybug4495
Guess I don't understand, thought Kona muslin was Kona muslin no matter where it is purchsed.
Originally Posted by CoyoteQuilts
The only down side I have with muslin is that is shrinks more than regular cotton, especially Kona muslin from Jo-anns. I just wash in hot water, dry and iron (press). I use it in quilt blocks.
There are various weights/thread counts of Kona Muslin, no matter where it's bought. They have good ones and cheaper ones. So that's probably what she meant.
Muslin quilt backs are what my grandma used. Today on my bed is one of her hand quilted quilts that is about 40 yrs old. The back is no more worn than the front. I don't worry about wear, or anything else, when purchasing a better quality muslin. The cheaper muslins are great for using as a foundation, practicing machine quilting, toy linings, etc, but do shrink more when washed.
I say - use what you want! No problemo :)