Originally Posted by
annesthreads
My sister bought metallic thread at a show last week and the stallholder's advice was to put the tension on 1 and use a topstitch needle.
Any time I use metallic thread, I use a a topstitch needle - even in machine embroidery. It has a larger eye and a longer grove - minimizing shredding. Play with the Tension on a practice piece until you are happy.