Quilt kits
 

I was thinking about purchasing a quilt kit. I've purchased one before I long time ago from Joann's and was very disappointed. All the precut squares were different sizes and nothing lined up. I said after that I would never do it again. I'm tempted on giving it another go. I saw a really pretty one in my recent cateloge from keepsake quilting. Does anyone have any experience with their kits and if so do you like them? Or what about from other companies?

I've bought kits from Keepsake, Connecting Threads, and Crafts. All three have been fine. There was sufficient fabric to complete the project and usually the pattern was pretty easy :). I'd say go for it; its worth ytring.

Personally speaking, I don't buy kits or pre-cuts. I'll buy the pattern or figure the pattern out and buy or use the fabrics I want to use. To me, using a kit, is like going to a store and buying mass produced clothing, they're all the same colors/style, the only thing different is the size, this is my opinion.

If it has the colors/fabrics you want and it is how you want it I'd say go for it. I have also had bad luck with Joann's and with most kits put together by stores except one. I have had no problems with Connecting threads and Moda brand.

Keepsake has great kits. Plenty of fabric and good instructions. I enjoy a good kit! You still do the work of cutting and piecing so it's your creation in the end.

I have purchased quilt kits from Keepsake Quilting and Connecting Threads. Theirs are always well put together. My LQS has good ones too.

As Jo C points out, a kit from Keepsake Quilting won't be pre-cut pieces, so you won't run into the problem of pieces being the wrong size. I wouldn't hesitate buying a kit (or anything) from this company.

I have only bought one, and there was a piece that was the wrong size. The store very nicely sent me some more of the same fabric so I could complete the project, but I'm not sure I would want to spend the money on another.

Thanks guys for all the responses I do like the idea of the ones at keepsake where I can cut my own fabric. I think I may try out one of theirs.

Keepsake and Connecting Threads are great for kits. Ample fabric and beautiful fabrics.

I have purchased 2 quilt kits and ordered precuts twice. Sizes were off by a lot and so were the precuts. They were all on sale but It was still money spent and was very frustrating. I will order a pattern before I order another kit or precut.

I don't buy kits or precuts. I feel for me they are more expensive. Also, I enjoy the cutting process so I like to do it myself.

keepsake is a good company that has been around for quite some time. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a kit from them. I have heard the precuts from joanns have never been good so I haven't tried them

I buy kits all the time, but never from Joann's. I have never had a problem with a kit purchased from a Quilt Shop!

I have bought several kits from Connecting Threads and been very pleased.

I like to pick up quilt kits when they are on clearance if I like the fabric as they are a great way to build my stash with great fabric lines. I work out what the kit has in it for fabric and calculate a price per yard and you can get some really nice fabric pretty cheap. The pattern that comes with it may or may not ever be used....

Thanks for all the input. It's been very helpful! I'm glad to know I wasn't the only one who has issues the kit from Joann's. It was frustrating to put together but the kit was actually a gift to me so I didn't have any money invested in it.

I have bought kits from keepsake, fons and porter, my local shop, and one from ebay that customized the colors I wanted. All of them had very generous amounts of fabric so if I did mess up a cut no worries.
All the extra fabric has worked well in my stash for other projects.
I have no color sense ( can't coordinate) so kits are a god send for me.

I love both Keepsake and Connecting Threads. However, with Keepsake a couple of my quilts didn't have enough fabric.

It took a few emails/phone conversations to get it straightened out but they were the best! I found out they stack their fabric when they cut it. So, if your kit is from fabric that is in the middle or bottom of the pile it may not be straight.

My suggestion is get a kit, open it up and look at the fabric asap. That way you will know if you need replacement right away before they run out of fabric.

I've bought from Connecting Threads and have been very happy. They include more than enough material. One kit was missing part of the instructions. I contacted them immediately by email and received the missing instructions by return email. I do recommend examining your kit immediately upon receipt to make sure you have ample material and complete instructions so the company can make any needed corrections while they still have the parts in current stock.

The only hint about quilt kits that I have is use a scant seam. Sometimes the fabrics are cut so tight there isn't much wiggle room in seaming.

I have not bought kits from Keepsaje but their precuts are exact cuts. Diane C

I have only purchased one quilt kit. And only because it was perfect for what I wanted. The fabric was generous and luckily the instructions were clear. Now who could resist this little one!!
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My next door neighbor buys quilt kits all the time. That's about all she sews from is kits. She doesn't like trying to figure out what fabrics to purchase.

I bought some precut quilt kits from www.fussycutter.com and found her work to be accurate, the fabric high quality, and no issues at all. Her prices were very good. I am not affiliated, just impressed by quality goods. She is even willing to cut your fabric for you, with a quick turnaround, for those who have trouble doing it themselves or just want some accurate cuts. Give her a try, you won't be sorry.

I have bought from a on line company called creative quilt kits (they also have a store) very generous with fabric cuts.

I buy kits frequently as I'm terrible at picking out fabrics. I've had only one problem and that was a Keepsake kit so please be careful and inspect the kit as soon as you get it.

I have only bought them from Keepsake Quilting and Connecting Threads and have always been happy with them.

I have never bought a kit preferring to pick out my own fabrics, but I have hardly heard anything negative about Keepsake Quilting. I just personally think their prices are a bit too high for my budget.

I buy kits all the time and they have never skimped on fabric, however I would suggest comparing the fabric list with what they sent immediately. Also read through the directions at least once. I have had one kit that was missing one piece (which was immediately replaced with apologies) but if you wait, you have no recourse or the fabric is no longer available. Usually Connecting Threads sends more than enough. One time I was able to almost get a second quilt. I order sale kits from them all the time if I like the fabric, even if I don't like the pattern. If you figure out the yardage, it is usually a great deal. I do applique, so smaller pieces are always useful. I have gotten kits from my LQS, Connecting Threads, Wish Upon a Quilt, Fat Quarter Shop, Keepsake etc. All were nice quality fabric.

Personal I don't like most pre cuts (just me or maybe not). You would do better getting pre cut kits from Keepsake Quilting, Joann's pre cuts are MASS produced in a factory (so you don't have the quality control, you'll have from other shops who use better fabric and hand cut the pre cuts). Good luck

I like kits because I'm OK picking out two or three fabrics, but four or more and I'm hopeless. There is a LQS in Dickinson, TX, called Pinwheels & Posies that always has the best kits. I only shop there two or three times a year, usually for a shop hop or a guild road trip, because it is so far from me, but I've never been disappointed with their kits. Most of the kits I buy are yardage and the pattern. If there's a mistake in cutting, it's on me. I've never been shorted on fabric and usually have some left over.

If you are looking for a pre-cut kit, check out John Flynn's website. His daughter lazer cuts all their kits, and they are precise. Other than that, the only pre-cut kit I've purchased was a BOM that was pre-fuse applique from Stitchin' Heaven. I haven't bought any regular kits from them, but their BOMs always have extra fabric in them.

It sounds like the kit you bought already had the cutting done? I bought two dr Seuss kits from Keepsake Quilting and you had to do your own cutting but I had gobs of fabric left over! They don't short you on fabric!

I have bought kits from many places. I have found Connecting Threads to be the most generous in amount of fabric provided. Keepsake has usually been fine but on occasion fabric was barely enough after washing. I am always very careful when I buy from one LQS that I go to because it's kits always provide barely enough fabric - one miscut and I'm in trouble.

I prefer to buy kits as I don't have to deal with a bunch of different pieces of fabric. I've ordered kits for years and have never been disappointed.....most have lots of material and if I have ever needed more (only happened once) I called and was able to get it......didn't wait too long as I was afraid it wouldn't be available. I once bought some "monthly" kits from Joann's....they were just enough....no extra....will NEVER do that again.

I have had great luck with Keepsake kits.

I love the kits from Keepsake and Connecting threads always have plenty of fabric and great instruction. Sometimes I buy them on sale for the fabric only to add to my collection or I will have another pattern in mind. I would go for it!

Connecting Threads is my first choice, Keepsake second. I have bought several.

When you get the kit open it up and make sure it is as it should be. If it's not call the company and they will make it right. This is what I do and have never been disappointed.

I prefer to purchase kits....HOwever, I do not like the kits where the fabric is precut. I have not had any luck with these kits. I have purchased many kits from Keepsake Quiling and have never been disappointed. I have also purchased from other online stores and will do it again. If it is the colors and pattern I like then I get it. I now stay away from precut fabric. No room for error and if they have made an error you are scooped.