Aurifil Thread
05-19-2010, 02:49 PM
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Originally Posted by IrishNY
I have Bernina and I have used Coats and Clark, Mettler, Gutterman, Sulky and others. Never had a problem with any of them. I typically use Mettler but sometimes can't get the right color. I don't think the more expensive machines demand more expensive thread. The thread is only passing through the machine, not becoming part of it.
The best piece of advice I got about thread and my Bernina was to always cut thread at the spool and pull it out at the needle when changing thread. Keep the fibers always going in the same direction. Pulling thread the other way can cause more lint.
The best piece of advice I got about thread and my Bernina was to always cut thread at the spool and pull it out at the needle when changing thread. Keep the fibers always going in the same direction. Pulling thread the other way can cause more lint.
Sybil
05-19-2010, 03:20 PM
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I've had a Bernina many years. Always used Mettler silk finish until a little over a year ago and am now hooked on Aurifil. Last month, I saw a thread for Tristian Italian Threads. They were offering boxes of 24 spools for $56 (I think). I ordered two of the assortments - a lot of $ spent on thread, but I'll have it for a good while. Just got an e-mail from them; they are having another "door crasher" sale for Aurifil. Check www.tristan.bc.ca
They are in Canada, but it was still a great savings for me and I had my package in 10 days or so.
They are in Canada, but it was still a great savings for me and I had my package in 10 days or so.
05-19-2010, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by peaceandjoy
I've had a Bernina many years. Always used Mettler silk finish until a little over a year ago and am now hooked on Aurifil. Last month, I saw a thread for Tristian Italian Threads. They were offering boxes of 24 spools for $56 (I think). I ordered two of the assortments - a lot of $ spent on thread, but I'll have it for a good while. Just got an e-mail from them; they are having another "door crasher" sale for Aurifil. Check www.tristan.bc.ca
They are in Canada, but it was still a great savings for me and I had my package in 10 days or so.
They are in Canada, but it was still a great savings for me and I had my package in 10 days or so.
05-19-2010, 04:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Candace
Yeah, I'm the one who posted about it.
BTW - if others place an order - put e-mail in the note area on the order so she can get a coupon!
See original thread about Tristan's here for info & Candace's e-mail address http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-44336-1.htm
05-19-2010, 05:15 PM
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I have an older Bernina, and bless her little heart, she does EVERYTHING that I ask from her!! LOTS of quilting, huge numbers of muliple layers of vinyl and uphostery fabrics. No matter what the dealer said, she has taken every thread I have thrown at her and done the job requested.
I LOVE my machine!!
If your machine cannot take Coats and Clark, take it back! I know for a fact that these machines are made to take a beating.
I LOVE my machine!!
If your machine cannot take Coats and Clark, take it back! I know for a fact that these machines are made to take a beating.
05-20-2010, 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by miholmes
Okay,
So I have my new Bernina, and the shop is recommending I only use Aurifil thread. Now I'm sure it's GREAT thread, but at $10 a spool it can get a little pricey....although there is a lot on a spool.
Anyway, I'm no thread expert, but is this what I should go with? Or are there some alternatives?
So I have my new Bernina, and the shop is recommending I only use Aurifil thread. Now I'm sure it's GREAT thread, but at $10 a spool it can get a little pricey....although there is a lot on a spool.
Anyway, I'm no thread expert, but is this what I should go with? Or are there some alternatives?
I use Superior Threads' Bottom Line for top and bobbin on my Bernina; sews like dreams and the bobbin lasts forever. It's a very thin thread.
http://www.superiorthreads.com
there's a "try me special" on it right now, also a special s/h for retail orders.
05-20-2010, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by thequilteddove
I haven't ordered from them yet, but I have been look'n for aurifil at a more reasonable place & I found this site. Unfortunately, the color I want is out of stock!
http://www.tristan.bc.ca/cart/search...=search&page=1
http://www.tristan.bc.ca/cart/search...=search&page=1
Please read this post: http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-44336-1.htm and give Candace credit if you order. She brought this site to our attention.
05-20-2010, 11:45 AM
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Originally Posted by farscapegal
Originally Posted by IrishNY
I have Bernina and I have used Coats and Clark, Mettler, Gutterman, Sulky and others. Never had a problem with any of them. I typically use Mettler but sometimes can't get the right color. I don't think the more expensive machines demand more expensive thread. The thread is only passing through the machine, not becoming part of it.
The best piece of advice I got about thread and my Bernina was to always cut thread at the spool and pull it out at the needle when changing thread. Keep the fibers always going in the same direction. Pulling thread the other way can cause more lint.
The best piece of advice I got about thread and my Bernina was to always cut thread at the spool and pull it out at the needle when changing thread. Keep the fibers always going in the same direction. Pulling thread the other way can cause more lint.
Sybil
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