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Old 07-25-2010, 05:56 PM
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Isn't most of our fabric printed in other countries now? I haven't checked the info on each bolt of fabric that I look at, but wasn't this brought up in other discussions?
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I am the smae way, I need to touch it. Just like Walmart, some is so nice, some not so nice, lol!
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Old 07-25-2010, 05:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Quiltgranny
Originally Posted by Tink's Mom
With JoAnn fabric, I need to touch it...and to read the label...if it is made in China I don't even need to read the label...I can usually tell by feel...
I'm not bashing China...but I make mostly baby things and I've been very cautious of items from there due to so many recalls.
Interesting note here. I just added to my original question, wondering if where it was made, made any difference? So far, I'm seeing some from China, some from South Korea and some don't specify a place at all. :shock: :?:
I wonder if they are not required to label where the fabric is printed?
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Not the latest batch, have used calicos fron them before w/ no problems, I do watch for weight/thickness when purchasing, gimme a couple of hours I'll give an update.
some are this assortment includes Quilters showcase, one that says exclusively for them, legacy studio hampton court,and a mtb thats the lightest of the bunch,
Keep in mind I like fluffy soft when complete, (may step on some toes here, please excuse) don't care for the feel of a moving blanket, may last forever, just not to my taste.
Of course QP may get me for that one :):)
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Originally Posted by C.Cal Quilt Girl
Not the latest batch, have used calicos fron them before w/ no problems, I do watch for weight/thickness when purchasing, gimme a couple of hours I'll give an update.
some are this assortment includes Quilters showcase, one that says exclusively for them, legacy studio hampton court,and a mtb thats the lightest of the bunch,
Keep in mind I like fluffy soft when complete, (may step on some toes here, please excuse) don't care for the feel of a moving blanket, may last forever, just not to my taste.
Of course QP may get me for that one :):)
May I ask what a 'moving blanket' is?
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Old 07-25-2010, 06:09 PM
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Originally Posted by amma
Isn't most of our fabric printed in other countries now? I haven't checked the info on each bolt of fabric that I look at, but wasn't this brought up in other discussions?
As far as I know, yes. I've just blindly trusted the name brands of fabrics over the last several years, but I've never delved into the world of calicoes before for quilting, so I guess I need some guidance.
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Old 07-25-2010, 06:12 PM
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I am not a fan of Keepsake fabric from JoAnns. There may be some that are better quality than others but I rarely buy any of their quilting fabrics any more.
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Originally Posted by C.Cal Quilt Girl
Not the latest batch, have used calicos fron them before w/ no problems, I do watch for weight/thickness when purchasing, gimme a couple of hours I'll give an update.
some are this assortment includes Quilters showcase, one that says exclusively for them, legacy studio hampton court,and a mtb thats the lightest of the bunch,
Keep in mind I like fluffy soft when complete, (may step on some toes here, please excuse) don't care for the feel of a moving blanket, may last forever, just not to my taste.
Of course QP may get me for that one :):)
Thanks for the tips on the names. I look forward to your update.

What QP? :lol:
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Originally Posted by Sadiemae
Originally Posted by C.Cal Quilt Girl
Not the latest batch, have used calicos fron them before w/ no problems, I do watch for weight/thickness when purchasing, gimme a couple of hours I'll give an update.
some are this assortment includes Quilters showcase, one that says exclusively for them, legacy studio hampton court,and a mtb thats the lightest of the bunch,
Keep in mind I like fluffy soft when complete, (may step on some toes here, please excuse) don't care for the feel of a moving blanket, may last forever, just not to my taste.
Of course QP may get me for that one :):)
Keep in mind I like Soft Fluffies, Thick fabric, that dosen't always soften up, Sometimes over quilted, "Yep i'm ducking now " Not that I don't respect the Beauty of Great Quilting.
May I ask what a 'moving blanket' is?
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Originally Posted by Jim's Gem
I am not a fan of Keepsake fabric from JoAnns. There may be some that are better quality than others but I rarely buy any of their quilting fabrics any more.
I haven't bought any of their fabric for ages since they moved so far away. Thanks for your comment.
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