Many years ago when working for an independent fabric and craft store I saw some fabric from the same line we carried at a Joann Fabric store. When I looked at it I could tell there was definite difference in quality. It had a loose weave and coarser feel since there wasn't much left on bolt I bought it to show my shop owner. I found a paper label attached that said it was a special run for Joann's, so even if has same maker and design may not be same quality.