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Originally Posted by ManiacQuilter2
(Post 7498496)
What type of machine do you have? I stay way from the serger cones because they are so linty. My Bernina 1530 only likes Mettler and Aurifil thread. Usually I use about 150 to 200 yards quilting a lap quilt.
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Originally Posted by CanoePam
(Post 7498556)
The amount of thread you use for a quilt depends on the size of the quilt and how dense your quilting is. For example, I just finished a quilt about 60x80", and I used about 300-350 yards of thread, based on using all of one bobbin and part of another. It was a loose meander, not at all dense. BYW, I use a lot of cone thread, especially the mini cones of 1000 yards. Big cones are 5000 yards. I also generally use Superior Threads of Aurifil products, but definitely not serger thread!Pam
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I use Isacord cones which are polyester on my Avante. These are 40 wt. and very clean. I also use aurifil cones. The cones work well with longarms. The Isacord is very resonable. Started it buying it at the dealer I got my longarm from.
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Originally Posted by MarleneC
(Post 7499549)
I think this referred back to the lady saying she had purchased some cone thread and instantly several people took this to mean serger thread. I did not think that--I know I have cones of Aurifil cotton quilting thread. Can't see how much thread is on the cone but it goes along ways.
My point was the same as yours - all cone threads are not created equal. :thumbup: |
If you are going to use cones, be sure to purchase a "Thread Pro" stand to lace behind your machine so the thread will feed smoothly. One cone should last you through several quilts.
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Originally Posted by grannyjoanne
(Post 7498825)
I am suppose to get it this. Crown Jewel with pearl stand
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Originally Posted by riana
(Post 7498499)
Do not use cone thread in your quilts. They are not only linty, but the fibers are very short and break easily, making your quilt very un-sturdy. Use regular cotton or poly thread. I use beige in the top and gray in the bobbin (or vice versa) so if there's a problem with tension I know which one to adjust.
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I have used a variety of cone threads for years and not had any problems. I have used it both for regular sewing and quilting.
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I always use 100% cotton thread in neutral colors on my quilts because I am using 100% cotton fabric. I can pretty much make a large quilt using a regular large spool of mettle cotton thread. I stay away from Coats & Clark thread because I found it was not as strong and linty. Also I can't afford expensive thread like Aurifil. But for heavens sake the price of fabric nowadays maybe my quilting days are limited anyway!
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I purchased 2 cones of Arulfil thread over a year ago. I quilt a lot, throw size, baby and a few double or queen size quilts. It all includes piecing, making rows, quilting and binding. Still have not ran out of thread. Overall quality cone thread actually has saved money.
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