What's the difference

[esj11978]

What is muslin and kona fabric? I always here about them but I don't know what the difference is. Thanks, Erica

[norwich]

Kona fabric is made by Robert Kaufman Fabrics. There are so many solid colors to choose from and the quality of the fabric is unbeatable. Muslin fabric is usually a looser-weave fabric (correct me if I'm wrong, anyone!) and it comes shades of cream and white. I have bought Kona fabric in what looks like muslin (a cream color) and like it better than regular muslin because of the quality. You won't be disappointed with Kona fabric. I hope this helps. Nancy

[Cathy32078]

Norwich is correct about the Kona Cotton being so nice and reg. Muslin being very loosely woven and it is thin. I just discovered last month or so from the wonderful ladies here on this forum that Kona is now carrying a Kona Muslin. And that is how it is marked on the bolt. It is much much nicer than reg Muslin. Tighter weave, smooth, thicker and just a nice feel and look to it. I love it. If you have a JoAnns Fabric Store or a Hobby Lobby, look there. That is where we get it here in Okla. It also comes in Unbleached(Cream color) or Bleached(White).

Hugs

[Evie]

Hancocks also sells it. Whenever you go into Hancocks or Joanne's, make sure you are on their mailing lists. They are constantly sending me a coupon for 40 percent off one cut of fabric. I remember buying 6 yards of Kona once at a really great savings!

Hobby Lobby has their's on sale quite a bit also.

I don't know if QIAD has it in their online store or not. Maybe you could call customer service to see if they have it. Or email them.

[esj11978]

Thank you all. That helps. Erica

[Chrissy1]

I appreciate all of the information you all posted here. I get really confused with fabrics.

[PamM]

I wonder if anyone has used the Kona muslin and hand quilted it? Sometimes if the weave is tight, I have trouble doing the quilting. I would be interested in what you think of it.