Originally Posted by CarrieAnne
I am really new to this, lol, so I have a dumb question! Are all the machine embrodery threads the same?
Boyfriend works on a stock car, and we want to make the crew some name tags for their shirts. They will be washed lots and be greasy, and get really dirty...........
Is there a certain thread I should look for, one that can be washed more with out fading?
Hope someone knows!
Thanks!
You usually use rayon embroidery thread, but I have discovered polyester now. 40wt. is the customary, Sulky, Robison Anton, Madeira. Any are good. I have been doing machine embroidery for years and have never had any fade. They all hold up well to the laundry. The stabilizer you use is actually more crucial than the thread. Get one for knits if you are doing it on tee shirts. Read the packages and get yourself well informed; then practice on scraps; always do a test embroider. You don't want to ruin a good shirt. Also make sure you use the correct needle. I use embroidery needles in 75/11 for most, but 80/12 works well. Just make sure they are EMBROIDERY needles. Good Luck :!: :lol: