Originally Posted by Surfergirl
Thank you for posting a question about thread. I'm a new quilter and confused about the different types of thread. Polyester or cotton? I have been using polyester w/o any problems, but I heard you should always use cotton thread when quilting. What do you all think?
I have been told cotton for a few reasons. One, it won't cut your fabric, although in this post, someone has pointed out that is not necessarily true. Also, your fabric is cotton so it is best to use cotton thread. I am only a one month quilter, so what do I know? I am currently using Mercerized ELS Cotton from Joann's tha cost 6.00 for 1200 yds. Works great. I have used for my first project Select 100% Long Staple Cotton. Don't know what long staple is. 1,000 yds cost me $7 at my LQS.
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