Rayon Thread - Cotton - or Poly????
#1
I have just completed a queen size quilt and will mostly stitch in the ditch, however, may try something a bit more challenging here and there. Would like to use rayon thread because of its luster and wonderful colors.
LQS told me that rayon thread isn't strong enough to quilt with and that it loses its luster when washed. (They don't sell rayon thread)
What do you recommend out there for a quilt that WILL BE USED!
Thank you for your input -- decision will be made from what you say -- You Are Powerful!
LQS told me that rayon thread isn't strong enough to quilt with and that it loses its luster when washed. (They don't sell rayon thread)
What do you recommend out there for a quilt that WILL BE USED!
Thank you for your input -- decision will be made from what you say -- You Are Powerful!
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I am assuming you will be machine quilting.
There are several polyester threads on the market that have that beautiful lusterous shiny look to them that can absolutely be used for machine quilting these are some of the ones I have and have used.
Isocord embroidery thread
Superior threads Highlights
Superior threads Rainbow (varigated)
Fil-Tec Glide
If you opt for either of the Superior threads make sure you follow their specs for needle size to use and they do NOT like a whole lot of tension so you will most likely have to reduce your tension way down to what you are used to having your machine set at in both top and bobbin. Definitely do some practice pieces with this thread before proceeding with your quilt to get your tensions set otherwise you will have a load of frustration with breakage during sewing.
There are several polyester threads on the market that have that beautiful lusterous shiny look to them that can absolutely be used for machine quilting these are some of the ones I have and have used.
Isocord embroidery thread
Superior threads Highlights
Superior threads Rainbow (varigated)
Fil-Tec Glide
If you opt for either of the Superior threads make sure you follow their specs for needle size to use and they do NOT like a whole lot of tension so you will most likely have to reduce your tension way down to what you are used to having your machine set at in both top and bobbin. Definitely do some practice pieces with this thread before proceeding with your quilt to get your tensions set otherwise you will have a load of frustration with breakage during sewing.
#5
Originally Posted by feline fanatic
I am assuming you will be machine quilting.
There are several polyester threads on the market that have that beautiful lusterous shiny look to them that can absolutely be used for machine quilting these are some of the ones I have and have used.
Isocord embroidery thread
Superior threads Highlights
Superior threads Rainbow (varigated)
Fil-Tec Glide
If you opt for either of the Superior threads make sure you follow their specs for needle size to use and they do NOT like a whole lot of tension so you will most likely have to reduce your tension way down to what you are used to having your machine set at in both top and bobbin. Definitely do some practice pieces with this thread before proceeding with your quilt to get your tensions set otherwise you will have a load of frustration with breakage during sewing.
There are several polyester threads on the market that have that beautiful lusterous shiny look to them that can absolutely be used for machine quilting these are some of the ones I have and have used.
Isocord embroidery thread
Superior threads Highlights
Superior threads Rainbow (varigated)
Fil-Tec Glide
If you opt for either of the Superior threads make sure you follow their specs for needle size to use and they do NOT like a whole lot of tension so you will most likely have to reduce your tension way down to what you are used to having your machine set at in both top and bobbin. Definitely do some practice pieces with this thread before proceeding with your quilt to get your tensions set otherwise you will have a load of frustration with breakage during sewing.
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I agree that the rayon isn't strong enough - as I'm 3/4 through FMQ with a varigated rayon. It isn't breaking or anything, but I can tell it's not as strong as I'd like. I think I will switch to a poly for the borders becase on a throw, that's the part that will be handled the most.
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Originally Posted by ckcowl
silk threads are strong and have a beautiful luster to them too....but the poly's probably have the largest color selections.
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