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Old 09-15-2015, 05:01 PM
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kellen46
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Originally Posted by ManiacQuilter2 View Post
Like everyone said, it is too thick for general quilting.
I have to disagree....I use it all the time for quilting both free motion and straight line. It does not disappear into the quilt, which is why you would use it when you want to show off the beauty of the thread. It is strong, and comes in many colors including variegated. It is simply 12 weight thread, so use a size 18 top stitch or jeans needle. It is good to have a large arsenal of many types of threads to choose from. If you don't believe me just make up a sample. Use a a12weight on top, a lighter weight in the bobbin, and a #18 needle, Have some fun with it...do a stipple and some channel quilting...I think you will find it looks great and is as easy to use as any other type or weight of thread.
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