Originally Posted by Geri B

Jennifer23: yes, do try the silamide thread..it is cheaper than silk- which was my first choice too, less slippery and does not shred......comes in all colors of the rainbow too...I only have one...natural...and because it is so thin it seems to bury itself into the fibers if the fab...but yes, you still have to take tiny stitches, but they are sooo much easier now! JMHO