Metalic Thread HELP!!!
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Metalic Thread HELP!!!
Is there a certain needle or foot or setting when using metalic thread? I've seen it used in things, but never how to use. I've ruined several items already. Would anyone help me with this problem? Thank you.
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Most metallic thread is flat not round so it has to have a big needle eye, loose tension and a vertical unwind. You don't want the thread to stretch. I have had good results using Coats and Clark metallic thread.
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Quality of the metallic thread is extremely important also. Many metallic threads are not really strong enough for the beating thread takes in a machine. Superior metallics are better quality; not sure about other brands.
You usually have to loosen upper tension, use a topstitch needle, and sew more slowly than usual with metallics.
You usually have to loosen upper tension, use a topstitch needle, and sew more slowly than usual with metallics.
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