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Old 08-21-2010, 06:21 AM
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Hi I'm Karen and I live in central IN. I've been quilting for 6 yrs.



what is the thread size I should use for hand quilting ? I have been told any where from a 30 to 50 wt. :?: :oops:
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Old 08-21-2010, 06:22 AM
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Welcome to the board from central Alabama.

Can't help with the thread, I haven't started hand quilting yet.
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Old 08-21-2010, 06:23 AM
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Hello and welcome from Ontario. Like most things quilting, alot depends upon your personal preference and what look you want. Sorry not much help.
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Old 08-21-2010, 06:24 AM
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Hi Karen, welcome from Minnesota!

Sorry I can't help you with your thread question either ... I don't hand quilt.
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Old 08-21-2010, 06:35 AM
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Welcome! I just buy the thread labeled for hand quilting, its nice and thick. I dont know what the numbers are on it, though!
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Hello and welcome from SW Iowa. Glad to have you here.
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Old 08-21-2010, 11:48 AM
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Hi Karen! Welcome from North Carolina!
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Old 08-21-2010, 11:53 AM
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Welcome to the board from Southern California!!!
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I too just buy the thread marked for hand quilting,
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