- Is Kona Cotton good for quilting?
- Yes. It is one of the most widely used quilting cottons, with a tight weave that pieces accurately and presses flat. Many published quilt patterns are written around it.
- Can I use it for clothing?
- Yes, for simple structured pieces like skirts, tops and shift dresses. It is firmer than voile or lawn, so it drapes less and is a poor fit for flowy or fitted garments.
- Does it shrink?
- It shrinks somewhat on the first wash. Pre-wash and dry the yardage before cutting if finished size matters.
- How wide is the fabric?
- It comes on a bolt about 44 to 45 inches wide, the standard quilting cotton width. Check the listing for the exact cut width before planning a project.
- Is it the same as the Kona Cotton sold in quilt shops?
- Yes. It is the same Robert Kaufman Kona Cotton solid broadcloth, sold by the yard rather than as a precut bundle.
- What is it best compared with?
- Compared with budget craft cottons it is more consistent and frays less; compared with voile or lawn it is heavier and stiffer. For quilting it is the safer default.
- Where is the Kona Cotton Solid Fabric by the Yard cheapest?
- At BurkFabrics.net, for $2.12, 76% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Kona Cotton Solid Fabric by the Yard?
- 9 stores we checked sell it, including BurkFabrics.net, Frugal Frau, CnC Fabrics, Crafty Midwestern Mommy, Nuts and Bolts Fabric.