How long do you keep thread?
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I do have some thread that belonged to my grandmother (forgot I had it). I thank you all for the replies because I counted 50+ spools, some not used. Would hate to replace all of it.
#23
I pull on it and if it doesn't break I use it. I just finished up using a spool of thread that I used to make a bridesmaid dress in the early 70's and it was just fine. I remember the spool because of the unusual color which is also why it probably took so long to use up.
I try not to waste thread. As a spool gets a little on it I use it for hand basting. I use the leftover thread on my bobbins for hand sewing or use the bobbin on the thread spindle on my machine and use it up that way.
I try not to waste thread. As a spool gets a little on it I use it for hand basting. I use the leftover thread on my bobbins for hand sewing or use the bobbin on the thread spindle on my machine and use it up that way.
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Does this mean that if we use invisible thread in a quilt, it will start falling apart after about 2 years, or just on a spool?
#28
I have some thread that was my grandmother's I'm still using. I just ran across a spool a few days ago that had a price of 29 cents printed on it. I haven't tried to use it yet but you can imagine how old it is. So far I haven't had any trouble with any of the older thread. I just check it for strength before using. BTW, I'm 70 y/o and my grandmother passed in 1957.
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