Originally Posted by
KenmoreRulesAll
Btw, what brand thread do you recommend? I have a mix of spools that came with the machines. I bought a box of Gutermann, 10 spools, but maybe there's a brand that's less expensive but decent for practicing. I have some Coats & Clark that seems OK.
Ask 2 quilters and you'll likely get 3 opinions, but Coats & Clark should work fine for practicing. You'll probably find that it produces quite a bit of fuzz...but I'm sure you know how to clean that out. I'd be leery of the thread that came with machines. A lot of that will be really old and rotten. Pull on it and if it snaps really easily, toss it.
I would recommend watching for sales at whatever stores you have locally. I'm signed up as a member with both Joann's and Hancock's because they both have frequent sales and coupons. When the thread goes on 40% or 50% off, which is not uncommon, then stock up.