Kaufman Kona is good fabric. My research tells me that Kaufman Kona is 60 count -- that means it has 60 threads each direction per one inch. However, they advertise it as 4.3 oz. I don't see that in the description. All said, I would trust Kaufman Kona to meet your quilting needs. Looks like you would be saving $1-2 per yard based on what most sites are charging. As far as fading, I having had any of their colors fade noticeably after one washing.