Thread weight question
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Ok, I know this subject has been brought up before, but I want to make my own prefilled bobbins. I prefer 60 wt thread. BUT, have heard that 50wt is better. This is for regular cotton fabric piecing, NOT for embroidery work!
What is the verdict, 50wt or 60wt? My color choices are only beige, light gray, black and white! So thinking gray and beige will be best!
What is the verdict, 50wt or 60wt? My color choices are only beige, light gray, black and white! So thinking gray and beige will be best!
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My favorite thread for piecing is Aurifil 50wt (which is a 2-ply thread). I used to use Mettler silk-finish 60wt (3-ply). I like that the Aurifil is much less linty than the Mettler, and also that seams lie flatter after I iron.
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I use Aurifil (low lint) 50wt top and bobbin for piecing.
I have white, black and gray and wind multiple bobbins.
I store thread with its bobbins in an old prescription bottle.
This contains tangles and keeps it separate from other thread.
I have white, black and gray and wind multiple bobbins.
I store thread with its bobbins in an old prescription bottle.
This contains tangles and keeps it separate from other thread.
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Originally Posted by Prism99
My favorite thread for piecing is Aurifil 50wt (which is a 2-ply thread). I used to use Mettler silk-finish 60wt (3-ply). I like that the Aurifil is much less linty than the Mettler, and also that seams lie flatter after I iron.
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Originally Posted by Candace
50 wt. is a heavier and stronger thread than 60 wt. And it's the reason I use it for piecing. 60 wt. would be better suited for finer stitching like heirloom or in the bobbin for embroidery.
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