sandpat

I love the varigated! I use it in the bobbin a lot...I also use the mono on the top..a lot. Go for it! I just did a quilt with Tut and it was fabulous!

Bevsie

Hi,

I use YLI or Sulky Blendables varigated thread, love them both!

Try using a varigated thread for a satin stitch when you applique....it really gives a neat look. Used it on several different appliqued projects, people think you change thread real often...LOL. It's rather fun.

I use varigated in the bobbin, too.

Bev

Extreme Quilter

I love using variegated threads. They make the quilt come to life.

QuiltinLee

I use it quite a bit. I love the way it looks on quilts. I use it when I want the quilting to "pop". I usually use Sulky.

crashnquilt

I use all the brands mentioned above and I use Maxi-Lock Swirls in my longarm.

As far as your bobbin thread, use whatever you want too. If I'm using a plain backing I will use a varigade thread in the bobbin to give some interest to the backing.

There is no steadfast rule, use whatever works for you and looks best.

Quilt4u

I use YLI and Guterman.

BellaBoo

I've like the color changes to be noticeable so if I use variegated thread I use the bright colors. I'm not going to buy expensive thread for machine quilting to have the colors blend and not be noticeable. :D

Prism99

Thanks, everyone, for so much great information! I had never thought of using variegated in the bobbin too, or that I might want the thread to be brighter to show it off. I need to research some of these other brands of variegated thread too.

I am wondering about shininess in the thread now. King Tut is all cotton, which I normally like, but I am wondering if the polyester variegated threads have more shine and sparkle.

hapytlk

I am sticking by my King Tut. Just finished an 'It's a Girl" wall hanging and it turned out beautifully. hapytlk

craftybear

this was a very good article to read, thanks!