Originally Posted by
sewbizgirl
Do NOT try to quilt with the Maxi Lock cone threads. They are of lesser strength and quality and are only meant to be used in sergers.
I know not to use serger threads or that's what I've been told not to use. (Snooze)
Some of the fancier threads are only meant for embroidery machines... so watch out for that too.
Aurifil is a very nice, higher quality thread that quilting shops carry... but it's too pricey for me, too.
I use serger thread all the time. When an item is serged, one or two threads are straight in the seam. The other threads are looped. The straight threads need to be strong.
Serger thread seems lighter weight because it is two strands, whereas most sewing thread had three strands. Aurifil has only two strands as well, and is also a thinner thread. You can get way more on the bobbin with that.