Water Soluble Thread??
#31
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Northern California
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I saw a video where water soluble thread was used to sew over a paper quilting design. Once the paper was torn away you could see if you actually liked the design as sewn. If you like it you re-sew it with regular thread and then rinse away the water soluble thread. I thought this was a cool idea for someone who isn't sure if they are going to like the design on their quilt.
#32
Originally Posted by pennylynne
I saw a video where water soluble thread was used to sew over a paper quilting design. Once the paper was torn away you could see if you actually liked the design as sewn. If you like it you re-sew it with regular thread and then rinse away the water soluble thread. I thought this was a cool idea for someone who isn't sure if they are going to like the design on their quilt.
#35
Originally Posted by quiltmom04
Be sure to put it back in the little plastic bag it comes in (or get one) so humidity won't make the thread get gunky.
#36
Originally Posted by Ramona Byrd
I remember when I tried the water soluble thread on a trapunto: I had trouble getting the needle threaded. OK - what do we do when we can't thread a needle? WE LICK THE THREAD. Not such a smart idea when using the water soluble.
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#37
Originally Posted by Annya
Originally Posted by quiltmom04
Be sure to put it back in the little plastic bag it comes in (or get one) so humidity won't make the thread get gunky.
#38
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Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Bangor North Wales
Posts: 353
Woohoo I've found a company in the UK that imports Superior Threads - Barnyards in Yorkshire - and they have those lovely big cones of Bottom line and Soluble thread. No more risking import tax for my threads. Hooray.
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