I have been hand quilting for about 30 years. When my thread begins to tangle, I don't use bees wax. I think it makes the thread gummy and can pull batting fibers through to the surface. Instead, I cut a tiny square of fabric softener sheet (like Bounce) and slide it along the thread one or two times. You probably already have some in the house. You can use that little square over and over again. Makes the thread really slick. But don't get it on the needle! It will be too slick to hold on to. :thumbup:

I am going to try that. Thanks for the tip.
Cheryl

Never knew that idea, thanks for the Bounce sheet idea.

panda

I saw a quilt magazine special edition at Barnes and Noble with a photo of a hand quilted Dresden Plate quilt on the cover. What caught my eye first was the background fabric-- white with red polka dots. I love red dots! Then I noticed that all of the quilting around the petals was done with red thread. The filler quilting was done in white. So cute! I didn't buy the magazine, so I can't remember the title.

Depending on the effect I want, I have sometimes used embroidery floss for accent quilting. I separate the 6 thread strand in half, so there are 3 strands going thru' my needle. Gives a nice look. Here's an example.

Pzazz -- I love that look -- very pretty! :D

Thankyou. It is kinda fun. :)

(Sigh) I have no imagination :lol: :lol:

Sure you do...you're here aren't you? You choose fabrics and colours, and cut pieces and put them together in wonderful ways....yes? I am pretty sure there isn't anyone on here that knows "everything" about our wonderful addiction, and when we may feel we are not quite as imaginative, or as creative as others on here, there is always a posting to boost us over that hump to realize we all have our own individual talents. Sharing our love of quilting, and sharing ideas is what brings us together, and keeps us together here. ;)

Ok, I'll get off my soapbox now. LD

Thank you for the reminder that our addiction is so much more fun when we share..... :D :D