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#11
My Bernina isn't fussy at all about thread, so I use what I have, some of which is older than I am. When I need more, or a different color, I buy Gütermann Cotton or Coats Star Cotton. The only thread I've ever had a problem with is Sulky and about a dozen friends with different machine brands all had the same issue with it.
I agree with PaperPrincess. Try a small spool of several different brands to see what you and your machine like, what's easy to get locally, and what still leaves some funds in your wallet for fabric.
I agree with PaperPrincess. Try a small spool of several different brands to see what you and your machine like, what's easy to get locally, and what still leaves some funds in your wallet for fabric.
#13
My machines are not fussy about thread. I like Aurifil best, but I mostly use Mettler silk wrapped because that's what my LQS sells. I also really like Masterpiece thread. I do use some Coats & Clark because I have a lot of old spools. All of my machines will use any of it. I do find most lint from Coats &Clark though. For my Bernina embroidery machine, I use Isacord. I bought a lot of Madiera Rayon when I first bought my machine, but it breaks a lot. I switched to Isacord. It is strong, but pretty. Comes in lots of colors too.
#18
I use Aurifil 50 weight because I love sewing with it. When I bought my Bernina 14 years ago, the dealer said to use either Gutterman or Mettler, I have forgotten which. I use both for garment sewing; but only Aurifil for piecing and quilting. I buy Aurifil on sale so I don't complain about the cost; but I sure do use lots of it.
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