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#15
It is several things:
[1] Yes, the thread count and the quality of the material used.
[2] The quality and depth of the dyes used. Cheaper fabric doesn't have the same quality dye.
[3] The number of finishing steps used in making the printed fabric.
Some fabric companies do fabric for different stores. The cheaper and least costly for the WalMart type stores; then that for Joann's; then they sell the end of roll to some quilt stores at a discount because it is literally the end of that fabric line; then the best is for our LQS's. You absolutely do get what you pay for.
However, if you want something that will be abused and it is OK for it to wear out relatively soon, then go with the cheaper fabric. If you want an heirloom quilt to be loved and kept, then go to the LQS.
ali
[1] Yes, the thread count and the quality of the material used.
[2] The quality and depth of the dyes used. Cheaper fabric doesn't have the same quality dye.
[3] The number of finishing steps used in making the printed fabric.
Some fabric companies do fabric for different stores. The cheaper and least costly for the WalMart type stores; then that for Joann's; then they sell the end of roll to some quilt stores at a discount because it is literally the end of that fabric line; then the best is for our LQS's. You absolutely do get what you pay for.
However, if you want something that will be abused and it is OK for it to wear out relatively soon, then go with the cheaper fabric. If you want an heirloom quilt to be loved and kept, then go to the LQS.
ali
#16
Feel both a piece and a bolt of each. You can feel the difference. But, always look at a single layer. Some folks think their $3/yard fabric is worth $10 and it isn't. At the same time, some of that $10/yard fabric feels and looks fabulous.
#18
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Originally Posted by jshorty
What is the differene in 100% quilt fabric at $8-$12 per yard and 100% cotton fabric at $3-$5 per yard?
#19
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Join Date: Jul 2010
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I always have felt that if I want a quilt to last, I will always go for the $10 a yard vs. the cheaper ones because we put a lot of time and love into our quilts. And I do want my quilts to last quite a few years. so my motto is: You get what you pay for".
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