Two Strands of Thread or One?
#14
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I use one strand of Guttermann cotton. Whipstitching at a slight forward angle about 12-15 stitches per inch. I notice the stitches made at an angle are much less likely to show than ones made perpendicular to the seam line. I also like Thread Heaven thread conditioner, it allows the thread to glide so nicely, with fewer tangles.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkZ33TC5k_Y
Silamide is thin tailoring thread. Threads magazine promotes the use of it for most all handsewing.
Silamide is thin tailoring thread. Threads magazine promotes the use of it for most all handsewing.
#18
I used only one thread (Coats Dual Duty) but used a VERY tiny overcast stitch. It doesn't show through but it also is extremely difficult to rip out without destroying the material. It's not coming apart ever. If I were to do it again, I would try to make the stitches farther apart.
#19
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Here is where I buy spools of the original Silamide thread.
http://www.7beads.com/info/silamideinfo.htm
http://www.7beads.com/info/silamideinfo.htm
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