I use Kona cloth in black whenever I can.

Good idea.

Somewhat related to this subject...I heard that with the black thread you buy (the cheaper brands) that it is the thread that was originally different colored and they re-dye it to black at the end of the run so it does not go to waste. Makes you wonder what will happen to the thread you use if you buy it at Walmart.

The thread at WalMart is Coats and Clarks.

I was told that they are one of the manufacturers that does the dye over, I can't prove it, just heard it and thought I would put the info out there.

This is the reason I use polyester black. It does not fade. Frankly, I like the sheen of poly. Hope none of those who are dyed-in-the-wool (pardon the pun)cotton promoters have had a heart attack by my comment! But I do think poly still has a place, even in a quilt. Only rarely have I had problems with the fabrics I buy at WM. Like everywhere, you have to look at the quality of what you select.

Absolutely agree with you. Took a class on thread the other day and the lady knew her threads and said there is nothing wrong with using poly thread. She uses all kinds. The thing to remember I guess is that you use the same weights in the bobbin and top.

I am sooo happy to hear that about the thread!! I've suffered in silence using poly thread and I couldn't see what difference it would make. Thanks. I'm no longer a Purist! LOL

I too would take it back.

wash it again to see if it bleeds anymore, then maybe you can repurpose it for something your learning! just trying to think positive and turn a lemon into lemonade! I have had ithat happen too and i learned a long time ago to wash fabrics SEPERATELY or at least with something that i dont care about, like towels. lol