Marti1943

This is my first attempt at FMQ. What weight and type of thread should I use. I have a verigated thread King Tut cotton 40 wt that matches the fabric.

Kwiltr

That sounds good! Try it on a s rap of the same fabric and see if you still like it.

Bree123

Honestly, I would probably go with a 50wt. Going with something that matches the background was a great choice, though. Hides tiny imperfections.

PaperPrincess

I would also go with a lighter weight thread, but whatever you do, please don't practice on a 'good' quilt top. Make sure that you have done some practicing on test sandwiches first.

ManiacQuilter2

I am quilting with Aurifill 50. Just make sure you tension is balance with what you put in the bobbin.

quiltingshorttimer

I prefer to use a lighter thread, a #40 or 50 weight is my first choice. Also, with a variegated, depending upon how often the color scheme repeats (i.e. changes every 2 in vs every 6 inches) and the quilting design, you sometimes start to get a thread color pattern that may be unintended. I suggest you make up some practice pieces and try out the King Tut and another, lighter thread to see what you like best. Don't forget to make sure that you use the correct size needle, too

DOTTYMO

Get plenty of practice done with a few different weight threads to find which you and your machine like. Practice on scraps . If you decide on a specific size you can join them to make an aid memoir, I do 21" half width of fabric squared.

quilterpurpledog

I think there is nothing nicer to quilt with than the King Tut thread which is 40/3. I usually use a 50/3 or sometimes 50/2 (Aurifil) in the bobbin. I never have problems with standard tension settings. I use a Bernina B530 or Bernina 1130 to quilt with. I use it almost exclusively for quilting that I want to emphasize. I might use a 50 weight if I want the quilting in the background to recede. But, do, test it on scraps on which you have drawn the pattern you plan to use. It is amazing the difference the color and weight of thread make.