How to use a thread net?
08-09-2012, 01:50 PM
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Originally Posted by denveremerson
Don't feel funny. At least you got it. I still don't get it. I'm using a regular size spool of Sulky thread, about as big around as my thumb. When I slip the net over it, the thread gets caught on the ends of the net. What am I not getting????
08-09-2012, 07:48 PM
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I found this website that does a *good* job of explaining the difference in how certain spools are wound, which affects how the thread comes off the spool. I think some of the solutions offered there eliminate the need for a net on spools of thread (as opposed to cones).
http://www.quiltuniversity.com/difficult_threads.htm
http://www.quiltuniversity.com/difficult_threads.htm
08-09-2012, 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Prism99
I am probably clueless, but honestly I have never heard of using a thread net on a regular size spool of thread. I thought they were only for use on cones (mainly because cones don't fit on a sewing machine spool pin). Sounds like the spool is not large enough to spread out the netting.
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