One reason I wanted one was for quilting large pieces. When I change colors in the middle of the quilt it is hard to lift up the quilt and look under it for the thread to cut it.
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Vitality
I have only been sewing/quilting about a year - I typically use a small scrap leader, chain piece… and FMQ… I am curious to learn when using a thread cutter would be desirable. I like to tie off and bury my threads if I am FMQ or top stitching (I backstitch to secure, then go on a small bit, stop pull long threads, cut, pull up bobbin, tie off and bury)…
Someone mentioned paper piecing- I can see it being very useful there… what are other instances that its good to use?