I very seldom use solids, I prefer the tone on tone.

I use solids a lot, mostly Kona Cotton but also Moda Bella. They are both 60x60 broadcloth and play very well together. The Moda Bella has just a bit more shine to the finish and is a little more expensive. I often combine solids with batiks as well..

I asked for solid color fabrics at a local quilt shop and she said they aren't carrying it anymore because the quilters all use the tone on tone now! I was shocked but realized that I had started using that also, thinking it was more interesting that just a solid!

I asked for solid color fabrics at a local quilt shop and she said they aren't carrying it anymore because the quilters all use the tone on tone now! I was shocked but realized that I had started using that also, thinking it was more interesting that just a solid!

I buy Kona solids in bright colors for my crib/lap quilts. I really like the bright colors with machine embroidery blocks. Using the solids don't take away from the embroidery design like a print would. I think a few solids should be incorporated into quilt blocks. In my opinion all prints can get a little busy. And solids allow your eye to slow down and see the colors. With too may prints your eye roams around and around and really never stops to see the colors/fabris,design.

Only if I have to. I have a friend that "tries" to encourage me to buy a solid when I shop, but she doesn't always succeed. I love floral, especially victorian looking!

I like mottled or tone on tone rather than solids. I do use solids from time to time, but usually for cornerstones in sashing.

I just looked at the Marshall Dry Good site & while I recognize a lot of the manufacturers, those prices are so low they're scary. What a great deal. Is the quality up to our standards.

I sure appreciate your giving us those fabric site.

Pat G

I use Kona. My Joann's carries a few of the colors, but not a wide variety. I usually buy it at Kaufman's on line, but many other sites carry it too. It's very reasonably priced.
I love to work with it, it's so easy.

8-)

I prefer solids. No questions.

With that said, Kona cotton is excellent, and I find while holding the bolt and rubbing the fuzzy selvage is quite soothing and helps me focus in the fabric store. Sadly, my LQS has a very little selection of Kona.. I really wish they had more! I need to order a swatch card so I can order it offline.