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Poly/Cotton Supplier - Wonderful Service
I just wanted to throw out a recommendation for those DIYers. In my search for decent poly/cotton fabric, I found this place. Vermont's Barre
I found the Fabrics.
Their description online is a little vague as to the weight and feel of the poly/cotton fabrics, so I sent an e-mail. Within an hour, I had a response from who I assume is owner - Jamie. He was very honest and sincere in his knowledge of the fabric, which is that it's similar to clothing (as stated on the website.) After some back and forth (which was quite pleasant,) he offered to send me some samples of the fabrics I was interested in. Two working days later (today,) I received a sample of his Marpat, ACU, and Olive solid.
The camo fabrics seem very similar, and slightly lighter than the solid. All are very nice materials, and would make excellent kilts. They're a bit on the lighter side compared to a duck cloth or denim, but much better than other cotton-based twills I have seen. I will get them on the postal scale at work tomorrow and do some calculations for their actual weight per linear yard.
Just wanted to give a nice shout out to the folks at Vermont's Barre Army Navy. Jamie was by far one of the nicest online vendors of this type who I've had the pleasure of talking to. By the way, they also have some other items around that are very nice.
The only complaint I have, is that the ACU and Olive seem to have a prominent vertical striping, maybe 1/4" apart. Which is not that big of a deal to me, but could be to others. It may even create a unique look on the solid colors. The Marpat looks superb.
If you do order from here, notice that there are several varieties of material on there - the ones I am reviewing the poly/cotton twills.
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