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Old 03-24-2016, 08:57 AM
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MadQuilter
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I use 50/3 for both. I am thinking about moving to a 60 weight for the bobbin for piecing. You want to stay away from thick threads for piecing as the thickness of the thread makes a difference in the final block. It also distorts the pressing.

If you want your FMQ to blend, use a 50 weight in a color to match. If you want the stitches to show use either a contrasting color or a thicker thread.

A lot depends on the machine too. Some are persnickety. Mine WILL NOT use Coats and Clark dual duty but it likes Coats and Clark Star brand. Go figure.
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