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Metallic threats require a metallic needle
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have you tried Kreinik thread? They have recently researched and updated their thread (local to my area)
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On hand work, take a damp sponge and run the thread through it and always work with short length.
On the sewing machine, I always use a Hortizon thread holder at the back of the machine. You have to remember that when you take the thread off the top of a spool, it will want to curl and that is what causes the problems. Also, never buy cheap metallic thread, always use a large eye needle and sew slow, top tension loosen at least 1 to 2 #. I use it in my serger and have done a lot of thread painting and never had problems. But, you just can't go fast. Change needles often. |
Originally Posted by JanetM
Try using a metallica needle, or a 90/14 topstitch needle. They have a larger eye so they don't cause as much friction on the thread.
Also have the spool standing upright, lower your upper thread tension slightly, and try bypassing the last thread guide just above the needle. Start with the needle change, and placing the thread in a upright position, and do a test. If the thread is still breaking try the tension fix and thread guide bypass. ditto Also, always reduce your speed when stitching with specialty threads. |
Use and topstitch needle (#90/14). Be sure the spool is vertical on your spindle. You may need to adjust your tension. This has worked for me.
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Use a metallic needle and it will work.
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good info!! i had problems a while back with metallic thread, and just stopped using it, but now i may try it again with these sugestions......thanks..
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Use Schmetz metalic thread needles and a common thread on the bottom- also slow your spead down and ease the thread tension- try each one of these one at a time
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Sorry you had such problems but what great information we got about metallic thread. It's something I hope to try soon and glad for these suggestions.
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There are special needles for metalic thread. I use quite a bit of metalic thread and I am careful to change the needle to the metallic one. Also have the proper weight stabilizer.
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