gollytwo

I use Aurifil a lot and love it. But I also use John Flynn's "So Fine". I have some huge cones I got at quilt shows. It's very smooth, fine and burys nicely inseams. You can also get smaller spools for a nice display! :)[/quote]


So Fine is a Superior Threads thread; they're having a special on shipping for retail accounts right now. Try me Specials has regular sized spools at a good discount; I didn't see Flynn's So Fine though
http://www.superiorthreads,com

euclid

I'm sure they want you to buy the thread from them. I use aurifil a lot and it is awesome thread-very little lint shedding-never a slub or uneven spot-lots of length on the spool. However, there are many good quality threads on the market. Just make sure you clean and oil your machine often and you will be fine. (My Bernina shop pushes Aurifil as well.) Try one spool of aurifil when the store has a sale and you'll see why it has such a good reputation. Can find it much cheaper in common colors if you shop around the web.

GailG

I'm embarrassed to say that I've never seen Aurifil thread in stores. Of course that doesn't mean it's not out there. This thread has caused me to want ot go LQS-ping to look at the threads available locally.

I'm still trying to use up all of the threads I had purchased to go to the sewing school in Huntsville. I had bought every thread recommended on the shopping list. I use mostly neutrals for piecing -- creams, beiges, and grays.

Marjpf

Found this on line
http://www.redrockthreads.com/aurifi...hread-40wt.asp
Don't know if the shipping will make the difference, but it's $2.00 a spool less.

IrishNY

Hey, what, are we not good enough anymore?? What does that group have that we don't? :mrgreen: :mrgreen:

peaceandjoy

When I orderd from Tristans, I ordered 2 of the 24 spool boxes. Total, with shipping to US, was $110. A lot of money to sink into thread, yes - but since I use Aurifil anyhow and pay $9.50 - $10.50/spool locally, $2.30/spool was too good a deal to pass up. While I will use much of it myself, some spools will also be given to friends and probably a couple will end up in my guild Christmas package. I can't buy C&C for $2.30/spool, so I'm very happy!

peaceandjoy

Hmmm, wonder if there are women's only groups?? jk, jk.

cc

Hi,
I hear Aurofil is a good thread, but yes, it is pricey. My Bernina dealer said I should use Mettler thread, which is less money but a smaller spool. I think it's just a matter of personal preference.

gollytwo

far more expensive than Tristan in Canada who are closing out Aurifil at $4.50

gollytwo

GIVE THE GUY A BREAK.