Question for longarmers - thread
#11
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You might want to try different threads on your machine to find out which one gives you the least trouble with tension and breakage, then stock up on that thread. I have used A&E Perma Core, Tex 30, in my Gammill since I purchased it 15 years ago. It comes in many, many colors. I purchase online from several different places including Kingsmen Quilting Supply, The Quilted Rose and Nustyle at Stover, MO.
Omni and Bottom Line (Superior Threads) also work
My machine will break threads with a Tex below 28, so Glide doesn't work. Check your machine for breaking.
One important issue for longarm machines; because they stitch FAST, they make a lot of lint which interferes with the machine making proper stitchs. So, I'm careful to stick with threads that have the lowest lint. Some cones I've moved from LA usage to domestic machine usage. I've had the same problem with machine embroidery.
#12
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A&E Permacore is also offered by these online businesses
Columbia River Quilting Supplies
Red Rock Threads
Linda's Electric Quilters
Texas Specialties
I don't remember which of these I've purchased from, so can't say anything about their service
.
Columbia River Quilting Supplies
Red Rock Threads
Linda's Electric Quilters
Texas Specialties
I don't remember which of these I've purchased from, so can't say anything about their service
.
#16
I bought my LA from a friend and she always used Signature thread. I buy my thread from this web site:
http://www.longarmsupplies.net/signa...on-thread.aspx
http://www.longarmsupplies.net/signa...on-thread.aspx
#17
I buy at shows and off of the internet. Also I bought from the store I bought my long arm from.
I use mostly OMNI and Glide thread off of large cones. I have a Innova and no problems with breakage.
I use mostly OMNI and Glide thread off of large cones. I have a Innova and no problems with breakage.
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