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Old 06-05-2010, 02:50 PM
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I tried using it once and did not like it but I am so used to the thread I already use. I didn't like the feel of it after either. I used it making a tablerunner. Let me know how you like it. There's always a first time. I might give it a second chance. Thanks for sharing
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Old 06-05-2010, 04:13 PM
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Originally Posted by BellaBoo
This isn't a clear thread, it looks like a fiber thread.


Nylon thread stands up to heat. It yellows at 300°F and melts at 500°F.
Nylon thread has excellent resistance to mildew, aging, and abrasion.
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http://www.thethreadexchange.com/miv...y_Code=BNLSPEC


I got 12,800 yard cone for $8.!! So it was worth trying it out good or bad. I love trying different threads.
Very informative article. I may have to try some. One question I have though, do you happen to know how hot an iron is on cotton heat?
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Old 06-05-2010, 06:04 PM
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DH has temp sticks he uses at his job that melt at certain temps. I'll a 300º one and see if it melts on the cotton setting.
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I'm getting so many pms about this thread. Once again it is not the invisible thread, it isn't pokey, it's soft like regular thread. It's shinny and looks like the 100wt silk thread I have. It sews like the silk thread. It comes in many colors for embroidery and fabric fill work. I'll post a picture of the quilting stitches soon.
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NO, I would never use nylon thread for piecing.
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Old 06-06-2010, 01:55 AM
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Originally Posted by BellaBoo
I'm getting so many pms about this thread. Once again it is not the invisible thread, it isn't pokey, it's soft like regular thread. It's shinny and looks like the 100wt silk thread I have. It sews like the silk thread. It comes in many colors for embroidery and fabric fill work. I'll post a picture of the quilting stitches soon.
I'm sorry if I'm being a pain. Hey if this is better than the reg. stuff that I'm buying and its this much cheaper, then I'm all for it! :thumbup: :thumbup:
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