old 'wives tale?'
02-01-2011, 03:39 PM
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You all have so much information to share! I didn't realize bobbin thread was thinner, but it makes sense. I will stick with it for embroidering but not for piecing. I will also be sure to check my guidelines to ensure the accuracy before piecing on more than one machine!! Once again, I so appreciate you! Thanks!
02-01-2011, 03:52 PM
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I've only used "bobbin thread" for embroidery. I would not use it for regular sewing for the reason listed here.
Originally Posted by Charleen DiSante
From this comment I found on line, I wouldn't want to use bobbin thread in my quilting: "Bobbin thread is a fine thread intended only for use in the bobbin during embroidery. It is not a strong thread, so don’t use it for regular sewing. This very fine thread reduces the build-up of thread under your embroidery, reducing bulk, and making your design."
It was at this URL: softer.http://www.meissnersewing.com/Meisne...ksJune2008.pdf
It was at this URL: softer.http://www.meissnersewing.com/Meisne...ksJune2008.pdf
02-01-2011, 04:35 PM
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I've never heard of bobbin thread, I always use the same thread for the bobbin as I'm using for the top. I agree on the same machine and the ruler. Of course I know nothing about embroidery machines and threads.
02-01-2011, 04:46 PM
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Originally Posted by Charleen DiSante
From this comment I found on line, I wouldn't want to use bobbin thread in my quilting: "Bobbin thread is a fine thread intended only for use in the bobbin during embroidery. It is not a strong thread, so don’t use it for regular sewing. This very fine thread reduces the build-up of thread under your embroidery, reducing bulk, and making your design."
It was at this URL: softer.http://www.meissnersewing.com/Meisne...ksJune2008.pdf
It was at this URL: softer.http://www.meissnersewing.com/Meisne...ksJune2008.pdf
02-01-2011, 09:06 PM
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I wouldn't think you would want to use bobbin thread for embroidery either if it isn't that strong. I WOULD use bobbin thread for piecing if that was what I had handy. I like to use 60 wt cotton silk finish embroidery thread (Mettler) for both my spool and bobbin when piecing. Lots of people use all kinds of threads, that is why there are so many threads available.
02-01-2011, 09:11 PM
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I like using the same machine for each top because each machine has a slightly different stitch, but it is certainly NOT a rule. I do not like to use bobbin thread for piecing or quilting because it is thinner. I only use it in the bobbin when doing machine embroidery. There is less bulk to the design and it lays better.....in my opinion.
02-02-2011, 04:56 AM
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Originally Posted by Charleen DiSante
I can see the same machine except you could always do the 1/4 inch seam allowance test. Sometimes teachers come across as 'this is the only way' but if you change it, the quilt police will not be knocking at your door. Not sure what the need for 'bobbin thread' is but Joann's sells it on huge spools. I just might check that out and google it. does anyone else know?
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