Is Tex 21 thread
06-28-2015, 07:13 AM
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Whatever the system C&C uses you have to have the chart to know what it is on the spool. I haven't looked at a spool of it in several years though. Has it changed?
06-28-2015, 01:17 PM
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pettthefabric, I compared the thread to some others I had that were 50 and it is thinner, don't know why I didn't compare before, it is also a bit thinner than the maxilock thread but that could be my eye site, thanks so much. I think I will use it as bobbin thread on my art pieces instead of using it on a quilt, I don't really want to put the work into one and have the thread give up on it.
Originally Posted by petthefabric
It's my understanding that TEX refers to strength and Wt refers to size. A TEX (strength) 21 is OK for piecing but might break. If that truely is the size-it's way to big for piecing. I prefer 50 or 60 wt and use a full 1/4" seam. If I'm desperate, I'll use 40 with a scant 1/4" seam.
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