Do i have to use Embroidery Thread?
#1
I have a Brothers SE 350 and i want to do some simple embroidery ( Quilt Label ) Do i have to use embroidery thread or can i use some poly or Nylon thread just reg sewing thread. If anyone have some to sell me just any color will do Please let me know I am new at the embroidery on my machine
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I have always just used the embroidery thread , so I will be interested in what others say :wink:
I have heard you can use the serger thread, but have never tried it. It does not shine like the other thread.
I have heard you can use the serger thread, but have never tried it. It does not shine like the other thread.
#4
Originally Posted by sharon b
I have always just used the embroidery thread , so I will be interested in what others say :wink:
I have heard you can use the serger thread, but have never tried it. It does not shine like the other thread.
I have heard you can use the serger thread, but have never tried it. It does not shine like the other thread.
#9
Emb designs are made with the thicker emb thread in mind. You may be able to use two strands of regular sewing thread though :wink: you may need to use a little bigger eyed needle though, I havent tried this but I would think two threads may be slightly bigger than one emb thread...
You could even use two different colors for a fun look.
You could even use two different colors for a fun look.
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Yes you can use regular sewing thread. It's just a little finer and doesn't have the shine. I've used it many times when I needed a color I didn't have. My gf uses it for her sample stitch outs all the time. The thread companies want you to think you *have* to use emb. thread, so they can sell more thread. Use what you have until you can get what you want. Have fun.
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