try running the thread thru finger tip moistioner. The stuff used at the bank to count money....get it at office supply I use it on fingers for free motnion quilting and have always used it to help sliding fingers while holoeing the needle. You can hand quilt with any thread, just have to use something on it as as been mentioned to give it strength and keep it from tangling. I usually use the Thread heaven - in a little blue box but have found the tacky finger stuff works better.