Hand Quilting Thread
#5
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Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Central NJ
Posts: 5,572
I like various threads. Really don't have a favorite, per se. I use whatever brand has the color I want for any given quilt. I very much do like 'Thread Heaven'. It is a thread conditioner. After I snip off the length of thread from the spool, I run that through the thread heaven. This product works amazingly well to reduce tangling. However, I'm not sure it's made any longer. But if you can find some, it's fabulous. You can also use beeswax for that purpose if you can't find the Thread Heaven.
#6
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Join Date: Jun 2017
Posts: 1,386
I've tried different threads recommended by notable hand quilters and they all seem to work just fine - Aurifil, Wonderfil, Superior in a variety of weights. I've never had any of these break or fray. They just have a different feel and appearance on your project. I think it's just like needles - the best one is the one that works best for you.
I heartily agree with NJ Quilter - Thread Heaven is a wonderful product that I would recommend using with whichever thread you select. It surely makes a big difference by keeping your thread de-tangled. I also keep my thread length to 18-24" max which works best for me.
Would love to see your handwork!
I heartily agree with NJ Quilter - Thread Heaven is a wonderful product that I would recommend using with whichever thread you select. It surely makes a big difference by keeping your thread de-tangled. I also keep my thread length to 18-24" max which works best for me.
Would love to see your handwork!
#8
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Southern USA
Posts: 16,515
I like YLI hand quilting. Lot of info about their threads here: https://www.friestyle.com/yli-thread/
YLI wooden spools are made from Ash manufactured in NJ.
YLI wooden spools are made from Ash manufactured in NJ.
Last edited by Onebyone; 05-10-2022 at 07:02 AM.