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SandyGail 11-03-2009 03:49 PM

I went thru my old sewing & craft fabric. I use this for cutting strips and
making cord covered baskets. It is fine for them & they make nice gifts.
I try to buy a good cotton for quilting.
SandyGail

deep_purple_roses 11-04-2009 08:10 AM

If you have the time check the fabric for thread count take a good look at the color . I have found goo fabrics both ways at a High end store and a low end store . I even go to to second hands stores andI booght real good quality fabric for way less than at either stores. especilly if you are watching your pennies.

BellaBoo 11-04-2009 08:30 AM

Not having the funds for quality fabric should not be a factor. I buy quilt shop quality fabric for less at online sales/clearance then the price of WalMart's quilting cotton. There are thousands of quilt shops online. Believe me it's easy to find a bargain on any one color fabric needed at one of them when I need it. I seldom buy discount store fabric now, it's too expensive!

Shemjo 11-04-2009 10:34 AM

Interesting commets. It is a shame to have pretty fabric that you know is useless for quilting. When I find some of that in my stash, I donate it to a charity, or to someone who is learning and not going to use it for an heirloom quality quilt, for kids who are wanting to practice just sewing a seam, or for pet beds. There is a home for everything, and I don't have to be so anal about stuff I bought before I knew what I was doing!

kwhite 11-04-2009 02:52 PM

True I will find a good use for this stuff I am sure. I did buy a Locker Hook so I can try that with the poor quality stuff.


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