Originally Posted by
trif
I prefer sulky rayon for piecing and quilting. First, because there is no lint build up (not cotton thread, rayon) and second , I love the shimmer look when quilting with it, it's so pretty. I just love it!
Rayon is inherently a weaker thread. For quilting? Fine, if that's the look you want, although poly embroidery thread give the same look in a much stronger thread. But, piecing??? Sorry, but piecing with rayon will make weak seams and a weak top. I wouldn't piece with it!