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06-18-2014, 04:21 AM
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I buy first quality Kona from Fabric Shack or Hancock of Paducah. Shipping is Free with a $35.00 purchase from Hancock this summer and $3.00 from Fabric Shack for a priority flat rate envelope. The Kona cotton is less expensive and a better quality than JAF carries. Anything at JAF that is a an nondescript cardboard bolt is second quality fabric. I use to work for House of Fabric.
Just be sure to buy more than enough because black is very hard to match even from the same store!!
Been There, Done That!!
Just be sure to buy more than enough because black is very hard to match even from the same store!!
Been There, Done That!!
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06-18-2014, 04:46 AM
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Kona black from Robert Kaufman, definitely. Find it at Hancocks of Paducah, on special right now for $5.47 yd.
http://www.hancocks-paducah.com/s.nl...na+black+solid
Jan in VA
http://www.hancocks-paducah.com/s.nl...na+black+solid
Jan in VA
06-18-2014, 05:11 AM
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Another vote for Kona black! I use it a lot - I buy mine by the bolt from Joann's when I can get it for half off. I've peered at it under a magnifying glass and an Ott light and compared it to Kona from elsewhere and I can't tell there's any difference at all. Never had it bleed on me.
06-18-2014, 05:16 AM
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We hope you don’t find this to be an intrusion on your privacy, but we saw this discussion, and thought we could help clear up some confusion on several issues pertaining to our KonaŽ Cotton Solids brand.
What is presented here is an official response from Robert Kaufman Co., Inc., to be posted and hopefully correct the inaccuracies brought to our attention, as well as answer some of the questions you might have had.
To begin with, KonaŽ Cotton is a brand that has been around for almost three decades. In that time, the brand has become synonymous with quality in the fabric and textile world.
KonaŽ Cotton Construction
KonaŽ Cotton is based on a standard cotton sheeting construction of 20 x 20 (20 singles) yarns and 60 x 60 thread count. However, this standard construction doesn’t provide the weight or bulk that KonaŽ is known for. To achieve this, we add extra yarn for a custom construction, which creates a higher thread count and adds to the overall bulk of the finished product. Our KonaŽ Cotton will therefore weigh more than standard cotton sheeting.
Certification
All KonaŽ cotton is dyed using reactive dyes and is processed and tested according to Oeko-TexŽ Standard 100, satisfying the requirements of its product class. Click here to learn more about this testing http://www.oeko-tex.com/OekoTex100_P...dex.asp?cls=02
Country of Origin
Country of origin does not reflect upon quality whatsoever. We seek the highest quality for our KonaŽ Cotton brand, using only FIRST QUALITY goods, regardless of country. All of the countries we deal with are capable of producing the highest quality that we demand for our KonaŽ Cotton brand.
Not to be confused with Kona Cotton, Kona Premium Muslin is a high thread count muslin exclusively produced in Pakistan. Kona Cotton Solids, on the other hand, have never been produced in Pakistan, and are currently being woven and dyed in Indonesia and Thailand at mills that are capable of achieving the Oeko-Tex Standard 100. While we have discontinued production in China and Korea, some bolts may still bare those Countries of Origin on the label.
Greige Goods and the Production Process
“Greige” (pronounced “grey”) or “Greige goods” are simply terms to refer to fabric in the raw state, before bleaching, dyeing or finishing processes.
First quality goods can have variations in look and weaving pattern due to the different types of weaving machines that are used in weaving the greige goods. This difference in weave look in no way suggests a lesser quality, but only a difference in weaving style.
The first step in the dyeing process is called lab dipping. Lab dipping entails dipping a small swatch of fabric in dye to match a specific color standard. Sometimes many dips are necessary before a color is approved. Once approved, a bulk dye formulation is made. Bulk dyeing is done in lots. Lot sizes can be 2000 yards or more. This lab dipping process uses “prepared for dye” greige of the same quality that will ultimately be used for bulk production.
Robert Kaufman uses the same quality greige and dyes for all customers purchasing Kona Cotton Solids - all customers receive the same product. We have never produced a lesser grade of Kona for any customer. All seconds are rejected prior to leaving the mill.
Here are some examples of defects that would result in rejected goods:
Excessive slubs, knots, zippers, mis-weaves, contamination, holes, and color shading.
Millions of yards of Kona Cotton are produced and shipped throughout the U.S. and internationally. We are always striving to maintain the highest level of quality and provide the best product. We therefore ask you to bring to our attention any Kona Cotton that you feel does not live up to your expectations. Please send in a 3” square swatch of the quality you feel does not meet KonaŽ standards. We will provide you with a detailed analysis report – the results of our testing process.
Please send your swatch to:
Robert Kaufman Co., Inc.
Attn: Quality Control (re: Kona test)
129 W. 132nd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90061
Robert Kaufman Certification Badge
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We hope you don’t find this to be an intrusion on your privacy, but we saw this discussion, and thought we could help clear up some confusion on several issues pertaining to our KonaŽ Cotton Solids brand.
What is presented here is an official response from Robert Kaufman Co., Inc., to be posted and hopefully correct the inaccuracies brought to our attention, as well as answer some of the questions you might have had.
To begin with, KonaŽ Cotton is a brand that has been around for almost three decades. In that time, the brand has become synonymous with quality in the fabric and textile world.
KonaŽ Cotton Construction
KonaŽ Cotton is based on a standard cotton sheeting construction of 20 x 20 (20 singles) yarns and 60 x 60 thread count. However, this standard construction doesn’t provide the weight or bulk that KonaŽ is known for. To achieve this, we add extra yarn for a custom construction, which creates a higher thread count and adds to the overall bulk of the finished product. Our KonaŽ Cotton will therefore weigh more than standard cotton sheeting.
Certification
All KonaŽ cotton is dyed using reactive dyes and is processed and tested according to Oeko-TexŽ Standard 100, satisfying the requirements of its product class. Click here to learn more about this testing http://www.oeko-tex.com/OekoTex100_P...dex.asp?cls=02
Country of Origin
Country of origin does not reflect upon quality whatsoever. We seek the highest quality for our KonaŽ Cotton brand, using only FIRST QUALITY goods, regardless of country. All of the countries we deal with are capable of producing the highest quality that we demand for our KonaŽ Cotton brand.
Not to be confused with Kona Cotton, Kona Premium Muslin is a high thread count muslin exclusively produced in Pakistan. Kona Cotton Solids, on the other hand, have never been produced in Pakistan, and are currently being woven and dyed in Indonesia and Thailand at mills that are capable of achieving the Oeko-Tex Standard 100. While we have discontinued production in China and Korea, some bolts may still bare those Countries of Origin on the label.
Greige Goods and the Production Process
“Greige” (pronounced “grey”) or “Greige goods” are simply terms to refer to fabric in the raw state, before bleaching, dyeing or finishing processes.
First quality goods can have variations in look and weaving pattern due to the different types of weaving machines that are used in weaving the greige goods. This difference in weave look in no way suggests a lesser quality, but only a difference in weaving style.
The first step in the dyeing process is called lab dipping. Lab dipping entails dipping a small swatch of fabric in dye to match a specific color standard. Sometimes many dips are necessary before a color is approved. Once approved, a bulk dye formulation is made. Bulk dyeing is done in lots. Lot sizes can be 2000 yards or more. This lab dipping process uses “prepared for dye” greige of the same quality that will ultimately be used for bulk production.
Robert Kaufman uses the same quality greige and dyes for all customers purchasing Kona Cotton Solids - all customers receive the same product. We have never produced a lesser grade of Kona for any customer. All seconds are rejected prior to leaving the mill.
Here are some examples of defects that would result in rejected goods:
Excessive slubs, knots, zippers, mis-weaves, contamination, holes, and color shading.
Millions of yards of Kona Cotton are produced and shipped throughout the U.S. and internationally. We are always striving to maintain the highest level of quality and provide the best product. We therefore ask you to bring to our attention any Kona Cotton that you feel does not live up to your expectations. Please send in a 3” square swatch of the quality you feel does not meet KonaŽ standards. We will provide you with a detailed analysis report – the results of our testing process.
Please send your swatch to:
Robert Kaufman Co., Inc.
Attn: Quality Control (re: Kona test)
129 W. 132nd St.
Los Angeles, CA 90061
Robert Kaufman Certification Badge
Name: Attachment-61514.jpe Views: 3153 Size: 13.1 KB
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