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Originally Posted by jad1044
I don't mean to knock one place of business or another with this statement, but has anyone ever boughten fabric to find it is so thin after washing - even though you bought it in a fabric shop? there is so much sizing in it - and once washed it was limp and you could see shadow outlines of people through it.......... I've had this happen from JoAnns' as well as some of the most expensive pieces of fabric from well-known manufacturers... so I will not put one down over the other.. I have bought buckoos of fabric, and just love making quilts and throws with them; and I'll bet with my next comment I'll get a lot of boo's but I even use polyesters for quilt tops. When you want a quilt to be able to withstand many washings as for babies, or in nursing homes where much washing is needed, these stand up to a lot of hard wear... yes, they are not the good cotton, but very substantial in use.
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I really like Connecting Threads. I love their thread and fabric. Is it Moda...no. But, doesn't cost as much either.
You can get some really nice fabric on clearance for $3.95. |
I agree and love their threads, too.
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Originally Posted by Jan in VA
I don't think anyone here is claiming CT is "USA made"; they are saying it's "American made" which means in North America. But the dyes and fabric treatments they are using are not the same - as in occasionally toxic - as we often see in goods manufactured entirely overseas. The fabric has a heftier weight - which puts me in mind of good "goods" from 25 years ago - and is printed in such a way that BOTH sides of the yardage can often be used, one as a solid.
This is not the same stuff as we're usually getting from Moda/Timeless Treasures/Hoffman/RJR/etc., etc., but it's great fabric at wonderful prices!! Jan in VA I also suspect they are using the fiber-reactive same dyes and probably the same finishes that are used in other fabrics. Where does it say on their website they do something different? |
I LOVE CT fabrics AND threads1
Just ordered $50+ fabrics last week to get free shipping and it should arrive any day. I always check out the clearance fabrics first. Last week they had a great selection of $2.48 and $2.96 yd fabrics. Can't beat that. I love that they've now added the Mirage colors with great prices. All the fabrics that I've received from CT has been great quality, better than Joanns, feels great similar to Northcott, which is so much more expensive. The only 'complaint' that I have is that sometimes the colors aren't what I see on my computer screen. I don't think that they use an actual photo of the fabric, not sure how to explain it. But even tho the fabric color is different than I expected, it just finds itself comfortably in my stash. warm quilt hugs, sue in CA |
IMO the Connecting Threads' fabric ads are rather misleading ... (I've bought their fabrics & threads, good quality, nice kits) BUT - only the COTTON is grown here. Their fabrics are actually manuf & printed OUTSIDE the US in Mexico & Indonesia
Just a sad truth of our times ... One day (soon) we're going to wake up and find the REST of the world with ALL the goods !! |
Originally Posted by Jan in VA
Originally Posted by e4
First, I have never bought from Connecting threads, which was the original question, and I hate to hijack a thread, but I would like to know why people seem to think the fabric is 100% US made. Connecting Threads website says they use 100% US cotton and they display the Cotton USA label. However, all that label means is that the cotton was grown in the US, not that the fabric is made here. In fact, if you read the site carefully, some fabrics clearly state they are printed overseas. The reality is that the fabric probably was not woven in the US, nor printed in the U.S. Does someone have other information that shows otherwise? I can't find anywhere on the site that it says the fabric actually is made in the U.S.
I don't think anyone here is claiming CT is "USA made"; they are saying it's "American made" which means in North America. But the dyes and fabric treatments they are using are not the same - as in occasionally toxic - as we often see in goods manufactured entirely overseas. The fabric has a heftier weight - which puts me in mind of good "goods" from 25 years ago - and is printed in such a way that BOTH sides of the yardage can often be used, one as a solid. This is not the same stuff as we're usually getting from Moda/Timeless Treasures/Hoffman/RJR/etc., etc., but it's great fabric at wonderful prices!! Jan in VA |
I think it is of much better quality than Hancock or JoAnn's.
I order it quite often and so does my fussy friend,LOL |
I have always been pleased with the thread from Connecting Threads. In fact, I am expecting an order any day now from them.
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What I've gotten from them is much better than Joann's.
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I like their fabrics. Do you quilt for Quilts for Kids? We have a local chapter and make lots. I sell fabric and I sell to them at my cost + shipping. It's about 3 yards for $10.00. I've attached a sample. Tell me more about your charity quilting.
Linda Rae Focal Fabric $3.50 [ATTACH=CONFIG]117494[/ATTACH] Blenders $3.50 [ATTACH=CONFIG]117495[/ATTACH] Solids $2.50 [ATTACH=CONFIG]117496[/ATTACH] |
Does anyone have a link to connecting threads, please? - I've not heard of them before.
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I love batiks so took a chance on Connecting Threads batiks at $5.96/yard. It is wonderful. The colors are vibrant. The fabric has a nice hand to it. I, for one, will be going back for more! At that price, you can't beat it!
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The website is http://www.connectingthreads.com
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Originally Posted by AnnaK
BellaBoo, for the benefit of those of us who have not seen the link, will you repost? I knew that the cotton from CT was not made here, only the cotton is U.S. grown. I will continue to order from them because their fabric is good enough for most of my quilts (utility and children's play quilts) and because when I team up with my friends, we can come up with over $50 worth of items and get free shipping.
Click on About Kaltex. It is a huge industry. |
Originally Posted by franie
I paid $11.99 yd. the other day for new fabric so finding it cheaper some place else even with shipping is a plus. And the prices at Joanns have gone up considerably too.
Speaking of prices - check the difference in CT pre-cut prices vs. big name mfr'r prices - WOW. I think CT is a step above most of Joann's fabrics but I was disappointed in the tone - everything I ordered seemed a bit dull. Hence, my idea to buy charms as samples. I also like their thread - cheaper than Superior, though not as thin for log cabins, etc. - and great to use in the bobbin when I'm quilting, in addition to piecing. |
Originally Posted by e4
First, I have never bought from Connecting threads, which was the original question, and I hate to hijack a thread, but I would like to know why people seem to think the fabric is 100% US made. Connecting Threads website says they use 100% US cotton and they display the Cotton USA label. However, all that label means is that the cotton was grown in the US, not that the fabric is made here. In fact, if you read the site carefully, some fabrics clearly state they are printed overseas. The reality is that the fabric probably was not woven in the US, nor printed in the U.S. Does someone have other information that shows otherwise? I can't find anywhere on the site that it says the fabric actually is made in the U.S.
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hsquiltingmom,
I received a kit from one of our quilters and it came from CT and I love the material. I think it beats JoAnn's by far. They have such nice stuff. Shirley |
Originally Posted by franie
I paid $11.99 yd. the other day for new fabric so finding it cheaper some place else even with shipping is a plus. And the prices at Joanns have gone up considerably too.
One other thought - CT fabrics can't be any worse than making a quilt w/fabrics found at thrift stores - tough to truly determine quality and content with those. |
I have bought Connecting Threads fabrics and have loved them. Some may not think the quality is as good as LQS, but, the cost isn't as high either. Very good quality and very good prices.
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Originally Posted by sak658
I have purchased several fabrics from Connecting Threads, love them. Good Quality and great service.
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Originally Posted by ktmo815
Does anyone have a link to connecting threads, please? - I've not heard of them before.
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I have ordered many times from Connecting Threads and have been very satisfied. Quilt shop fabric may be a little better, but it is definitely much better then Joann's. They are very easy to deal with if there is a problem. I would recommend it highly.
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Well, I just received my first order from CT...I have passed it around in our quilting class of 30 people. Many have sewn for many, many years and some of them professionally. The final opinion was that it was very good material. Now, I am on to washing it and quilting it both with a longarm machine, domestic and by hand. And that will tell the rest of the story for us.
But I would be happy to use it. I used to be a fabric snob...but I have found flaws in fabric I have paid $14 per yard for...and that was 100% cotton for quilting fabric from a shop. So I guess, buyer beware as always...but I will continue to shop CT for now! |
Originally Posted by donnalynett
I have always been pleased with my purchases from Connecting Threads and have an order arriving any day now.
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Just purchased a package with a lot of fat quarters, batik. Great quality and the price was right. I think it was $117 with free shipping for 77 or so fat quarters. Have purchased before, always please with them. Miss their shop in Vancouver, Wa, it was not to far from home.
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Love their stuff. Much better than Joanns or Hacocks
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Originally Posted by Otterhound
Just purchased a package with a lot of fat quarters, batik. Great quality and the price was right. I think it was $117 with free shipping for 77 or so fat quarters. Have purchased before, always please with them. Miss their shop in Vancouver, Wa, it was not to far from home.
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Originally Posted by Quilting Grandma
Are there any that are 100% USA? I recently worked with beautiful fabric from Robert Kauffman and it was made in China.
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Originally Posted by e4
First, I have never bought from Connecting threads, which was the original question, and I hate to hijack a thread, but I would like to know why people seem to think the fabric is 100% US made. Connecting Threads website says they use 100% US cotton and they display the Cotton USA label. However, all that label means is that the cotton was grown in the US, not that the fabric is made here. In fact, if you read the site carefully, some fabrics clearly state they are printed overseas. The reality is that the fabric probably was not woven in the US, nor printed in the U.S. Does someone have other information that shows otherwise? I can't find anywhere on the site that it says the fabric actually is made in the U.S.
I think their catalog used to say they used USA cotton, woven in North America, which I always thought meant Mexico. But how many Quilt Shop Fabrics are made in USA??? I'll bet none. |
I have ordered a couple of times and I have been very happy. Saving up for some batiks. Great service.
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I've had great service from Connecting Threads. I just bought some quilt books during their recent 40% off sale and got free shipping as the order was over $50. Even before that, I, who do not usually buy kits, bought some of their samplers. The fabric in the kits was good quality and sewed well. I don't have any complaints about the company as I believe they give good service, have good prices, and good products.
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Originally Posted by hsquiltingmom
Hi everyone,
I am wondering what kind of fabric connecting threads has. I love some of what I see, and I just wonder what quality it is. Is it Hancock and JoAnn quality or closer to a local quilt shop quality? I am trying to watch my money, as things are tight, and am currently using most of my stash. I love to make quilts for charity but with money so tight right now, I may have to stop for a while. Anyway, let me know what you think. |
Originally Posted by hsquiltingmom
Hi everyone,
I am wondering what kind of fabric connecting threads has. I love some of what I see, and I just wonder what quality it is. Is it Hancock and JoAnn quality or closer to a local quilt shop quality? I am trying to watch my money, as things are tight, and am currently using most of my stash. I love to make quilts for charity but with money so tight right now, I may have to stop for a while. Anyway, let me know what you think. |
I just ordered the sampler of the 2.5" strips of Batiks (78 fabrics). I already had about 16 of the Mirage blenders. I think they are both very nice. Send me you snail mail address and I will send you a sample package.
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I think it's better than Joann's but not as good as quilt shop quality. I won't buy it for personal projects.
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I like Connecting Threads OK, better than JoAnns, etc. anyway. Still like Moda, etc. over CT though. Watch for sales at LQS myself...
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Now I have a better machine & use better fabric to make quilts for the love of learning.Every block, every seam is different.They go together to make a whole.Then I'm off & running to start a different quilt.The learning is what I love. The basics are the same regardless of the equipment or fabric used.JMO I agree with you justme2. I love the learning process, and am always looking for something new to try. |
I just received my first "batch" of connecting threads fabric. I would say that by the way it feels and how it washed, it is better quality than Joannes and for the price, (half of what a quilt shop charges), a value that is worth considering.
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I am still learning all the time. I have found that it doesn't seem to matter where or how much you pay, there are fabrics that ravel no matter what. I am making a quilt with all fabrics from my LQS. 2 of them ravel - one does not. I am also making a baby quilt from fabric from Mexico (100% US cotton), a piece from LQS and another piece give to me by a friend and none of them ravel. Really nice to work with no ravels!! I have not ordered from CT but there are a couple of kits that are of interest in their new catalog.
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