I was wondering the same ... yes black lint definitely shows up every where

I've worked with Kona in a few colours but mostly black and haven't really noticed much of a problem but I do prewash and then starch slightly when ironing out the wrinkles. Kona is the most available in our area to buy.

The Kona I buy at Joann's (and Hobby lobby) say kaufman on the bolt. I've never heard of Kona Bay but I can see how that could be confusing.

I use both and am happy with them. They both fray a bit but I really love Kona "Snow".

I love the Kona solids. I have no problems with the material. I have never tried the Moda. Irregardless, my go to fabric is Kona.

I am using Moda in a quilt now and am very disappointed. I always prewash fabric. When I did this time the Moda shrank a lot. I have had to remeasure all the pieces because I lost about 10%. Next time it will be Kona for sure.

I like Kona. In fact, I make many quilts with white or black framing or lattice that I purchase it from an LQS by the bolt. Because there is no cutting involved, they give me a discount.

For solids, I really like Michael Miller the most.

I have used Kona cottons for ages and loved them, but I find they are a little thicker fabric than most of my cottons. I have lately been buying Waverly cottons from WalMart but their white is not a true bright white like I usually like. It has worked really well with my quilts though and the price and fabric are really good for what I make. I am not making heirloom quilts so the cheaper fabric is working well with me. I love Waverly in everything else so I am trusting these quilts will hold up to repeated washing.

Kona fabric, Kona coffee!!

I always use Kona solids I found that the colors are bright, iron with ease, and feels soft. I have tried other solids; but come right back to Kona.