Originally Posted by ajohn52
Originally Posted by Xstitshmom
I doubt it is because you spray basted it. I just finished a a quilt with fmq that I spray basted and I didn't have any problem with thread breakage. I used King Tut for my thread this time and it worked like a dream.
I also just finished fmq a tree skirt with metallic thread and it broke constantly. I figured it was the the thread since the King Tut worked so beautifully.
Sorry no other advice from me.
You need to use a metallic needle, then your thread will not break.
I did use a metallic needle and it still broke. Next time I'll try oiling the spool like someone suggested.