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Invisible Thread
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Invisible Thread
I have never used any of the invisible thread but I am working on a table runner and just thought how nice it would be to use a thread that isn't seen so much for the quilting part. Is it easy to use? Is there a particular brand you suggest? Do you have to change your tension at all? Thanks in advance for any advice.
Susie
Susie
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Re: Invisible Thread
I would watch the thickness of the thread -the thinner is better. You don't want it like fishing line.
I only use it in the top thread of my machine -regular thread in the bobbin.
Be sure to backstitch as you start and end - it has a tendency to unravel at the ends.
It works great at my regular tensions as well
Good luck!
Jana
I only use it in the top thread of my machine -regular thread in the bobbin.
Be sure to backstitch as you start and end - it has a tendency to unravel at the ends.
It works great at my regular tensions as well
Good luck!
Jana
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Re: Invisible Thread
Sulky has a nice invisible thread. Comes in clear and smoke. I have had good results with it...however, I only used it in the top, not the bobbin.
It was easy to use and I don't recall having to mess with the tension, but I guess that could differ with machines.
It was easy to use and I don't recall having to mess with the tension, but I guess that could differ with machines.
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Re: Invisible Thread
My comments mirror those of these ladies - use in top only, and the Sulky was great in doing a queen size T Shirt quilt.
Good luck!
Susan
Good luck!
Susan
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Re: Invisible Thread
Make sure you only use it on projects that do NOT require ironing after washing. It can melt if it is tooooo hot. I always try a sample before I sew with it.
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Re: Invisible Thread
I echo what everyone else has said, but I'd like to add to reduce the tension. I find it varies depending on what you are sewing and how many layers you're stitching through. You have to experiment.
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Re: Invisible Thread
do you change the tension on the machine when sewing with metallic thread?
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Re: Invisible Thread
I don't change the tension with metalic thread, but I do place it farther away from my machine in a cup before running it through the sewing machine. Don't forget to used a metalic needle too!
Joan
Joan