I use Kona cotton because I buy the color chart. I can easily match the color I need to order on line. My LQS seldom has the exact color I need. I use lots of Kona Snow. I now buy that from Hobby Lobby as it is less expensive with the 40% off coupon. I do check the bolt at HL to be sure it is Kaufman. The Kona Snow is exactly the same as that I buy from the LQS.