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BKrenning 04-23-2011 06:57 AM

Make a new post and put Need LA Quilter who uses metallic thread as the title. The mods may prefer you do that in the classified's area or you can look at the list of longarm quilters who are members of this board and PM a bunch of them. charismah, as previously suggested, is one of them.

Doreen 04-23-2011 07:02 AM

These are beautiful quilts. Good luck in finding someone who uses metallic thread. When I use metallic thread I have to slow down and use a top stitch needle. I have found the metallic by Superior to not break. Send pics!

Becky Crafts 04-23-2011 07:15 AM

I love your quilts! They are very beautiful! I hope you find a suitable solution. Charisma does amazing LA work!

sueisallaboutquilts 04-23-2011 07:39 AM

How could I forget Charisma???? She has one of my quilts as I write!!!!!!!! :D:D
But I didn't know she used them.

Anne Marie 04-23-2011 07:57 AM


Originally Posted by sueisallaboutquilts
How could I forget Charisma???? She has one of my quilts as I write!!!!!!!! :D:D
But I didn't know she used them.

Thanks everyone. I PM'd Charisma. I didn't think to ask her before I posted this.

sueisallaboutquilts 04-23-2011 08:06 AM

Be sure to post the results when you get those beauties done :)

Jim's Gem 04-24-2011 07:50 PM

Beautiful Beautiful, Beautiful!!!!!

ckcowl 04-25-2011 03:50 AM

metallic threads are not made to be used in 'high-speed' machines- it stretches and breaks from the speed of the machine-
some long-armer's have spent hours and hours working with them and found ways around the problems- and you usually pay for that- using metallic thread for your quilting can double the quilting charge.--they increase the time/work requirements ALOT.
if you really want metallic (highlights) on the top of your quilt maybe you could add (embellish) after the quilt is quilted.
if you do not mind paying (alot more) there are quilters out there who can accomplish what you want- although rayon or silk threads that have a fabulous sheen may be a better alternative

whinnytoo 04-25-2011 04:37 AM

Beautiful!

thequilteddove 04-25-2011 05:00 AM

Sometimes polyester blends and just the right shade give the same effect. Even with out using a metalic thread, choosing just the right color can enhance it.


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