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Old 05-26-2011, 06:23 AM
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I am assuming you will be machine quilting.

There are several polyester threads on the market that have that beautiful lusterous shiny look to them that can absolutely be used for machine quilting these are some of the ones I have and have used.

Isocord embroidery thread
Superior threads Highlights
Superior threads Rainbow (varigated)
Fil-Tec Glide

If you opt for either of the Superior threads make sure you follow their specs for needle size to use and they do NOT like a whole lot of tension so you will most likely have to reduce your tension way down to what you are used to having your machine set at in both top and bobbin. Definitely do some practice pieces with this thread before proceeding with your quilt to get your tensions set otherwise you will have a load of frustration with breakage during sewing.
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