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Why Are Connecting Threads' Prices So Low--Batiks, Threads--Is it Poor Quality?

Why Are Connecting Threads' Prices So Low--Batiks, Threads--Is it Poor Quality?

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Old 09-29-2011, 06:17 AM
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I have never been disappointed in their quality of fabrics ever. I usually only buy from them especially thread. And if you have a complaint or problem they take care of it immediately. I rec'd a bad spool of thread they sent out a new one right away and told me to keep the other one. They are always quick to ship too.
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Old 09-29-2011, 06:25 AM
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I love the batiks and thread.
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Old 09-29-2011, 06:26 AM
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I order from Connecting Threads quite frequently and have NEVER been disappointed in the quality of their products.

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Old 09-29-2011, 06:29 AM
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I like their products, fabric and thread. No problems whatsoever.
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Old 09-29-2011, 06:36 AM
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I do not care for their quality of batiks. Guess I am a "batik snob" as some have put it! There are so many places online that have them on sale - Fabric Depot just had them 35% off. Also with brand names, you get such a better variety of colors and prints.

I bought a kit from CT recently (not batik) because I loved the fabric choices....but the fraying drove me NUTS.
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Old 09-29-2011, 06:39 AM
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Love their thread! They make their own fabrics. I prefer their Batiks-they are really nice--over their regular cottons.
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This ^^^^ is what I do. I purchase a charm pack of each line and all of the colors in their solids, mirage and basics. Then I know what the real color will be when I get it. And it is also great for picking complimentary pieces for a focal fabric. I put a 'header' on the pieces as they come in. The line name, color number and all the other information to locate them easily. I then use double-sided tape and mount them to the info cards. I punch a hole in the corner and group them on rings.

What a great idea. I buy their fat quarters.
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Old 09-29-2011, 06:57 AM
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Great threads and color assortments. I was originally attracted to them because I read their fabrics were made with US cotton. Not the case anymore, however, they are a good value.
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I love their products!
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Old 09-29-2011, 07:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Katia
I made a quilt from their batiks for my grandson and it turned out well and has held up well. I've used lots of their fabrics and threads and have never had a single problem.
I did exactly this same thing for our newest grandson a few months ago. I got the best compliment from my DIL about the quilt when she stated that she's washed it a hundred times since she uses it every day and it gets dirty and of course gets baby stuff on it and it's held up VERY well.

As well, every time they go to the store, to church, anywhere, someone has something nice to say about it. Talk about a ringing endorsement! :thumbup:

Here's a pic. Hope this helps.

Grandson's baby quilt using batiks and thread from Connecting Threads and Anita Grossman Soloman's "No Waste Windmill" pattern
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