I've seen it advised to only use 12" of thread at a time when hand quilting; I thought that was to prevent tangling, but maybe it also has to do with minimizing the damage if a stitch should break and the whole row come out.
I like to use the threads that are designed for hand quilting; they seem thicker and stronger than piecing thread. I have used Gutermann hand quilting thread and like it, and am now trying out the Superior Threads brand of hand quilting thread, called 'Treasure,' and it feels very similar to the Gutermann. I've been using Aurifil 24 wt. on a quilt currently, because of the color selection, but I don't care for it. The thread frays, making it harder to thread the needle, and it always breaks off from where I have it anchored at the eye before I'm done with it.
Another thing to consider is the amount of quilting. A quilt that is adequately quilted is less likely to have stitches breaking, I would think.
Last edited by joe'smom; 04-24-2019 at 07:01 PM.