Batting and thread ?????
#11
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the comments about serger thread being too thin surprised me- since my serger thread is 50 wt- and i use 60-100 wt threads all the time- which are even thinner than the serger thread at 50wt.
it is a strong-good thread- my mom bought a store supply from a place going out of business and we have been using up those cones for 20 years- i've never had any project fall apart-- or have any adverse effects from the thread.
it is a strong-good thread- my mom bought a store supply from a place going out of business and we have been using up those cones for 20 years- i've never had any project fall apart-- or have any adverse effects from the thread.
#12
I used the 80/20 blend from Wal Mart for my grandsons quilt.
It turned out just fine. I usually use Dream Cotton (if I have it) for most of my quilts. I've used serger thread before too, and it my quilting machine actually does better using it. I never once had a problem with thread breakage using it versus some of the other threads. I think that in itself speaks volumes.
It turned out just fine. I usually use Dream Cotton (if I have it) for most of my quilts. I've used serger thread before too, and it my quilting machine actually does better using it. I never once had a problem with thread breakage using it versus some of the other threads. I think that in itself speaks volumes.
#14
I use warm and natural all the time . have tried other batts but like warm and natural the best and it is easy to quilt thru. I usually buy it on sale and buy the whole bolt if I have the money. I have lots of quilts to finish I use the all cotton.
#16
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: central California
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I have always used Hobbs 80/20, I love it. I hand quilt and from what I understand it is much easier to needle than W&N. I have also heard that W&N is heavier than 80/20. I guess the only way you will be able to compare is to try them both. They both are good battings.
#17
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Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: NM
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Serger threads are not as strong as regular threads and can break. Most sergers use 3-4 threads when sewing. Serger thread can snap easily by tugging on one thread but regular threads have a harder time breaking when tugged on.
#18
Ok I will use 80/20 and try it out since it will be my 1st quilt and the warm and natural is more $$$ anyway. I'm going to be doing the Fun and Done quilt so the warm and natural might make it more stiff? I don't know we shall see.
I will also get some quilting thread. Idon't want to risk it coming apart after all that work :(
I will also get some quilting thread. Idon't want to risk it coming apart after all that work :(
#19
Originally Posted by AudreyB
I prefer the 80/20 blend for quilts that go on the bed as they seem softer and more snugglier. I use the warm and natural for wall hangings as it seems stiffer.
#20
I use Warm and White for just about everything. You don't have to quilt too close together (though I do anyway)and it washes up very soft. It gets softer with each wash. My first quilt was a baby quilt for my daughter who is now 9 and her quilt is so snuggly and soft like butter! She still sleeps with it. I like the W & W because it is easy to baste and the fabric sticks to it and doesn't shift much.
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