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Old 11-09-2014, 08:29 AM
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Originally Posted by ckcowl View Post
There are many fabrics around a lot older than 30 years old , it is still possible to come across fabrics from the 30's& 40's ( that's like 80+ years it does depend on lots of things, I would be leery about fabrics I couldn't touch, look at. Remember too, fabrics now are not the same as fabrics then, they may be thinner, looser weaves, narrower widths... Check the return policies, ask questions, maybe take a chance, If you love the fabric and feel the price is right
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Most of my fabric is older 70s-80s and up. It came from all kinds of back grounds and was mostly donated to me. The only problem I have had is musty smell and pet hair. Give it all a good wash and iron it. Overall I feel it is a little thinner and narrow but sometimes it is thicker if it is brand name. If it is what you like and the price is good, I'd say try it.
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