Originally Posted by debbieumphress

I use variegated thread when I hand stitch. As long as it is 100% cotton I don't worry about it sayinjg "hand quilting" thread. Never had a problem. I posted on I hand stitched on pictures site under 5 Inch is a cinch by Pat Speth. I used varigated on black. Have fun with it. It's your quilt and your unique project.