yes, the novelties at Joann quality has gone down.  Many patterns are the same that they've had for years but the fabric itself has gotten worse.  I only go there for fleece now.  Sometimes HL is better, but not always.I bought some blue fabric for some binding last year that the blue rubbed off with the iron, leaving a white line along the crease.  I threw it away.  

I did get some of that solid fabric at Walmart and tried it on my 3D blocks quilt. It is decent quality and I would use it again but I do prefer Kona which is a thicker fabric. I buy all my Kona at Hobby Lobby and JoAnn when it is on sale or I have a coupon. 

Jonna, do i need to bring out some black fabric? I as m sure i can find  some in San Antonio ( maybe even at Mishii's house!!), how much do you need?

I have black fabric. 

It was Waverly. I got some but didn't like for usable quilts...it's quite rough. Fairly good quality but I wouldn't want by my skin.

No, no, no, don't bring any more fabric.  LOL  I am nowhere near in need of it just yet.  I have decided that when I do need some, I will get the Kona at Hobby Lobby.  I *do* have a stash of various blacks already.  But believe me, I'm way too busy organizing to need it right now.  But THANKS, and see you soon.  You and Sharon have a great time!