Going to buy my materials, need thread help !
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Hi all,
I am going to the fabric store today to buy my fabric and thread etc.
I am going to work with 3 colors of fabric red, yellow and blue or purple. Most of it will be red. What color thread do I use to piece the blocks (will be piecing by hand). I have red Gutterman 100% polyester thread. Can I use this? and what about when I piece the yellow and blue together do I use a different color or do I just use red throughout??
Thanks! Wow I am really going to start this project.....
I am going to the fabric store today to buy my fabric and thread etc.
I am going to work with 3 colors of fabric red, yellow and blue or purple. Most of it will be red. What color thread do I use to piece the blocks (will be piecing by hand). I have red Gutterman 100% polyester thread. Can I use this? and what about when I piece the yellow and blue together do I use a different color or do I just use red throughout??
Thanks! Wow I am really going to start this project.....
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I usually try to match my thread to the fabric when doing handwork. If you find that your fabric is a busy pattern or has several colors, try using gray thread.
I usually use cotton or a cotton blend.
HTH and good luck w/ your project,
Julie
I usually use cotton or a cotton blend.
HTH and good luck w/ your project,
Julie
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I use a light grey or eggshell to piece with. The lady at the quilt shop here said the reason to use cotton thread is that polyester is a stronger fiber than cotton and over time will cut your cotton fabric. I had (until then) used a cotton wrapped poly, but I switched to cotton. Good luck with your quilt. The colors sound awesome. Can't wait to see it!
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