i like their fabrics but have found the batiks a bit on the thin side. perhaps it's just the lack of wax some of the other batiks i've worked with seem to still have.
the thread is great for the price.
i've never tried the "seconds" so have no opinion. the stuff in the clearance is priced so low why go to seconds?
i've been happy with the quick delivery & customer service. give them a try. ultimately, it's up to you what you like.