Thread suggestions/cautions for newbie
Hi! I’m very inexperienced so I apologize if these questions are basic! And if anyone has an introductory book recommendation, I’d appreciate it!!
What I’m wondering is... if there’s any rules or general cautions about the type of thread I should be using with an antique treadle machine. I’m coming from weaving, so I have a lot of fine cotton warp thread in my studio but I know I should be using low-shed fibers instead. Is there a recommended type of thread for antique machines?
Project context... I want to start a practice project doing a very basic quilt block with a few pieces of medium weight broadcloth cotton. My machine is a White Family Rotary c.1915-20. It has a newer, unmarked needle installed, that is flat on one side. Do I also need to choose thread by needle size?
thank you!!