Thread - shelf life?
#1
Thread - shelf life?
I am looking at some embroidery thread (Robison Anton) which I can get a bit of a deal on if I buy in bulk - 10 or more spools.
Since the spools are 8000 meters (I think) - I need to know if they will degrade with storage (out of heat and out of daylight etc). As this is rayon vs cotton, I have no idea!
Any thoughts?
Since the spools are 8000 meters (I think) - I need to know if they will degrade with storage (out of heat and out of daylight etc). As this is rayon vs cotton, I have no idea!
Any thoughts?
#3
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Join Date: Apr 2010
Location: Illinois
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Rayon is a "natural" fiber and will break down eventually over time. I have had some Rayon thread that is still in good condition after 15 years... Much depends on manufacture the fiber length used to make the thread and conditions it is stored in.
#4
I have some that is at least15 years old. It worked great on my Christmas ornaments this year. I am almost out of the silver and will by more. Love the sheen and stability. Have fun chosing the colors to use.
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Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Northern Michigan
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According to the Superior Threads website they say about the worst thing you could do is put your thread in a freezer... Freezing it draws the natural moisture out of the thread.
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