how many spools of thread to hand quilt fullsize quilts?

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06-08-2012, 08:44 AM

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ScubaK

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06-08-2012, 10:15 AM

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cowpie2

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I only hand quilt and using Guterman Handquilting thread I generally go through just under 2 spools. My quilting is about every 2-3 inches. So if you quilt more closely you'll want more thread. I always buy two spools and have never finished the second on Queen Size quilts. I guess if I were concerned I might buy three to be safe, but shouldn't need any more than that.