Originally Posted by SandraD
And what does the wax do? I do use hand quilting thread already. Would I need the wax? ..... Thanks again.
The wax helps to prevent tangles in the length of thread and helps it slide through the fabric easier -- in some cases. Some hand quilting thread does not need it, it comes already "conditioned". You'll pretty much know if you need wax as you use the thread and it frustrates you by twisting and knotting up easily.
I hold the thread length against the wax with my right thumb while slowly pulling the thread along the wax. Then I knot.
Jan in VA