Sorry to disagree, but...I wouldn't use that kind of thread in my computerized machine. Use a good sturdy polyester thread...no bargain basket stuff. I prefer Guttermann, but everyone knows what their machine likes.
If you use the stitch that goes back and forth as a straight stitch you will be doing a triple straight stitch and it will be very strong.
If you have a teflon foot for your machine, it will make things easier to manuvear.