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Old 02-10-2011, 05:06 PM
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Can I use serger thread for machine quilting thread?
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Old 02-10-2011, 05:10 PM
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I have read that other quilters on this board have done this.
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Old 02-10-2011, 05:24 PM
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I wouldn't. Serger thread is meant to be used with 3 to 5 strands per seam.
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Old 02-10-2011, 11:43 PM
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my friend used some serger thread and it kept breaking during the quilting. not as strong as regular thread.
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