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I use Sewers Aid that I bought inside JAF (doesn't appear to be online). I ONLY had to use it when sewing with metallic thread. Your thread if it is old, I would toss it. If it is new, I would return the spool to where I bought it from with a sample of what was happening.
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Wow, that's wild! I'll have to file that bit of info away for later. I wonder how Sharon figured that out!? I'd be scared of oil marks too but sounds like it works fine. Interesting!
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I suppose we won't really know what's happening unless someone gets a microscope out and does some scientific testing of some kind.
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I never have time for so many things, I would just buy new. Depending on how old, I would return to manufacturer and see what happens. I have some old thread but only use for any mending or practice hand stitching. I buy new for my machines.
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Thanks for the great ideas. I, too, had heard of the freezer option. Might try that.
Also, does Sharon dip the whole spool in the mineral oil?
The thread is several years old and just used for my embroidery machine. I recently had it serviced so hopefully that isn't the problem.
I'll let you know what I find out.
Fredda
Also, does Sharon dip the whole spool in the mineral oil?
The thread is several years old and just used for my embroidery machine. I recently had it serviced so hopefully that isn't the problem.
I'll let you know what I find out.
Fredda
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