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old thread frays out and gets your machines really dirty. Yes you can clean the bobbin area but in the tension area you really can't get in there. So I would not use real old thread except for hand basting or even hand sewing.
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Originally Posted by Marcia D
Thanks. The thread I found at home is probably 25 years old. So, how long do you think quilting thread is good for...1 yr, 5 yrs???
I use thread on wooden spools that date back to the 40's and 50's with no problems at all (not on functional quilts), so if your 25 year old thread passes the tug test, I'd certainly use it. You can unwind and throw out the outer layer if you have doubts. Your choice entirely, of course.
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Originally Posted by ghostrider
Originally Posted by Marcia D
Thanks. The thread I found at home is probably 25 years old. So, how long do you think quilting thread is good for...1 yr, 5 yrs???
I use thread on wooden spools that date back to the 40's and 50's with no problems at all (not on functional quilts), so if your 25 year old thread passes the tug test, I'd certainly use it. You can unwind and throw out the outer layer if you have doubts. Your choice entirely, of course.
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