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moreland 10-06-2011 05:48 AM
Originally Posted by MadQuilter
I read a horror story once where a lady used a cone type serger thread to piece her quilt and when she ironed it, the whole thing fell apart. Aparently the thread was Nylon. Since then I have stayed clear of all things serger.

I often use the same weight cotton thread for piecing and for quilting. Most of mine is from Connecting Threads. But I also use Star thread - the variegated (from Coats and Clark) with great results, and I have assorted others.

You know you can get just as crazy about buying thread as you can fabric - whod'a thunk it.
How interesting--I've used cones (serger thread), the cheap stuff, for years and have had no problems. I use more expensive threads for FMQ--usually Gutterman because that is what I happen to have on hand.

LindaDeeter 10-06-2011 05:55 AM
Originally Posted by DogHouseMom
Opinions are like ... quilts. Everyones is different.

Different threads have different qualities and will suit varied needs as well as machines and fabric.

The best advice I can offer is to make a sample sandwich of the same material and check out the different thread to see how it performs as well as how it looks. It is not uncommon to use diferent colors, weights, and types of thread on the same quilt.

EXPERIMENT .. On samples!!!!
Excellent advise! It is so worth a little time and effort to experiment first. You will know what works for you and your machine!

Happy Linda 10-06-2011 06:33 AM
I'm not a professional at all but my experience with Sulky on my long arm was nothing but negative. It kept breaking. Went to my serger thread and had no problem.

Tinker Tots 10-06-2011 06:38 AM
I use Isacord Embroidery thread, I have done about 20 quilts and it seems to be great, but I am a newbies too.

jgriinke 10-06-2011 06:40 AM
You can use anything that looks good on your quilt. It depends on how much you want it to show. If you don't want it to show, but sink into the fabric, go with a 50 or 60 wt. thread. If you want it to show more, go with a heavier one. I have used all the different kinds that everyone has been talking about. I even have used serger thread, with no problems. Even after the quilt is done.
I prefer to use one thread in the top and Bottom Line in the bobbin. I have even used Bottom Line in both the top and bobbin.
If you are just starting out, I would say to start with a finer thread and then move on to others.
Like someone else said, try different threads on a couple of quilt sandwiches. Mark on them what they are. When you see something you like - go for it.
Good luck! Oh, one more thing, be sure to practice on the sandwiches first, before you do your quilt. Relax and enjoy the learning process.

Murphy1 10-06-2011 07:06 AM
There was a string a few weeks ago about fmq with the feet up. I read many quilters did that. I tried it yesterday and like it. I do feel it helps keep the stitches more consistent. I like Superior Thread so King Tut is my most used for quilting. I am using Aurafil for the first time because it was the perfect color. I like it too.

Originally Posted by saragasch
I found with my Viking that it likes certain threads better than others. It does better with Isacord and Kingtut than others. I also do something that is supposedly a big no, no. I have to fmq with my feed dogs in the up position. It just does better.

quilting in my60s 10-06-2011 07:22 AM
Originally Posted by MadQuilter
I read a horror story once where a lady used a cone type serger thread to piece her quilt and when she ironed it, the whole thing fell apart. Aparently the thread was Nylon. Since then I have stayed clear of all things serger.

I often use the same weight cotton thread for piecing and for quilting. Most of mine is from Connecting Threads. But I also use Star thread - the variegated (from Coats and Clark) with great results, and I have assorted others.

You know you can get just as crazy about buying thread as you can fabric - whod'a thunk it.
I also use the cotton thread from Connecting thread, I love colors in my quilt. Remember cotton thread does make the need for cleaning around the bobbin important. I clean after every major project.

gmaybee 10-06-2011 07:57 AM
I think it is up to you and the results you want. I have quilted with cotton, poly, rayon, invisible monofilament, metallic. I've used different weight also depending on the results I wanted. I learned with cotton and then branched out.

Sadiemae 10-06-2011 08:00 AM
Originally Posted by quilting in my60s
Originally Posted by MadQuilter
I read a horror story once where a lady used a cone type serger thread to piece her quilt and when she ironed it, the whole thing fell apart. Aparently the thread was Nylon. Since then I have stayed clear of all things serger.

I often use the same weight cotton thread for piecing and for quilting. Most of mine is from Connecting Threads. But I also use Star thread - the variegated (from Coats and Clark) with great results, and I have assorted others.

You know you can get just as crazy about buying thread as you can fabric - whod'a thunk it.
I also use the cotton thread from Connecting thread, I love colors in my quilt. Remember cotton thread does make the need for cleaning around the bobbin important. I clean after every major project.
I clean my bobbin area with each and every bobbin change.

BettyGee 10-06-2011 01:30 PM
I used Sulky Polylite and it works like a dream, plus the sheen makes the quilting "dance."


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