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12-03-2010, 05:32 AM

#31

steelecg

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I really like Kona as well

12-03-2010, 06:10 AM

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ohstr

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Southern Belle is wonderful solids... the quality of the white is so nice..

Sue in PA

12-03-2010, 06:20 AM

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dody

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Quote:

Originally Posted by nisubaker

What do you use for a quilt that needs plain white fabric for the sashing and background? Is there a quality fabric for this purpose that costs less than $9.50 per yard?

I have used a good brand of white bed sheets...

12-03-2010, 06:25 AM

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sidmona

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I like Moda Bella Solids for my quilts. It's the same quality as the Kona cotton but has a softer hand.

12-03-2010, 06:28 AM

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Pickle

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I would also use a tone on tone. It could look plain from a distance.
Or you could also use a good muslin.
Pickle

12-03-2010, 07:50 AM

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nisubaker

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what do you buy for muslin?

12-03-2010, 07:53 AM

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maryb119

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Kona solids are great to work with.

12-03-2010, 07:55 AM

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nisubaker

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This was my first post and I am glad I did it! Thanks for all of your helpful advice!

12-03-2010, 09:17 AM

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patdesign

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Definitely white on white, adds dimension

12-03-2010, 10:23 AM

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salsalady

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Quote:

Originally Posted by nisubaker

What do you use for a quilt that needs plain white fabric for the sashing and background? Is there a quality fabric for this purpose that costs less than $9.50 per yard?

i use symphony broadcloth from joanns. it also works good on macine embroidering.