Different weights of threads
06-01-2011, 08:05 AM
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The last thread about "cone threads" gave me a second question. I was given several (sweat shop) cones but they appear to be silk or satin. Can they be used in quilting and if not...what?
Thank you for your help.
Nana Julie
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Nana Julie
06-01-2011, 08:45 AM
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they are probably a rayon or polyester---and as long as they are strong enough there is no reason to use them-
if rayon it may break alot for machine quilting- but for embroidery it works nicely- poly is generally pretty strong thread and is used for piecing and quilting by many
if rayon it may break alot for machine quilting- but for embroidery it works nicely- poly is generally pretty strong thread and is used for piecing and quilting by many
06-01-2011, 08:52 AM
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Like others have said the best thing to do is test the thread. I watched a vidio and they say if it holds up to pulling and doesn't snap easy you can use it. I have always used cotton for quilting but now find I can use my embroidery thread if I want and I have over 288 colors so I may start using them for appliques and not for the quilting.
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