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I use a single thread, but use a good strong quilting thread.
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Double, and I thread the needle with the doubled threads so I can begin without having a knot. (I hate knots!) Just take the first stitch and go through the loop when starting.
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Originally Posted by thepolyparrot
I sew the front on by machine, then turn it and sew it by hand to the back using a single strand of Bottom Line and a very small stitch. It usually takes several evenings to hand-finish the binding on the back, but I know it's on there to stay. :D I'm not very skilled at piecing and only intermediate in FMQ skills - but this is the one thing I do pretty well. |
I hand sew to the back using a single strand of hand quilting thread treated with thread heaven or beeswax. I ladder stitch because it is nearly invisble.
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I use a single strand and tiny slip stitch; no prob so far.
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marscrafter - thanks for the tutorial. Will use it for my next project.
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I always use a double thread, but if it is a quilt that will be used daily, require many washings, etc, I do it on the machine; I feel it is stronger if done by machine to withstand all the wear and tear it will recieve.
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never even thought about using double thread....maybe i will try that on my next quilt......
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I use double thread for the binding.
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SINGLE
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I use a single thread as well. If the quilt is getting a lot of use, I use a 50 wt. polyester. As long as you use quality, strong thread, it shouldn't be a problem. I have found using beeswax or Thread Heaven isn't necessary and it washes out in the first wash.
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Originally Posted by vicki s
When I hand stitch my binding on to my projects I use a blind stitch with double thread. How many of you sew on your binding with single thread and is it strong enough?
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:thumbup: I have done 2 bindings, sewed them buy hand.. I know it would be faster, with machine....Jean1234 :thumbup:
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single thread or totally by machine sewing binding to back first, turning over to front and using a decorative stitch.
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I find that Thread Heaven is good but expensive. You might want to try using an unused dryer sheet and running the thread thru it a couple of timed. It works pretty well like the Thread Heaven.
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I use a single thread and ladder stitch....so far havehad no problems with bindings not holding up....
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Single thread always.
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I use a single thread. Haven't had any problems!
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I use double thread and Thread Heaven so it doesn't tangle as much.
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I use one strand of sewing thread and use a tiny blind/whip stitch to sew down the binding.
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i use single thread
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Originally Posted by marscrafter
I use double thread and ladder stitches on the back, I think I saw that on a Sharon Schamber tutorial, but the ladder stitches disappear.
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I used to use a single thread but now it's almost always machine done.
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A long time ago, I was told to use single thread when hemming pants because the double thread can rub against each other and break easier. Don't know if thats true or not. But if it is, binding with a single cotton quilting thread is all that is necessary.
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Single thread, 40wt cotton handquilting thread, blind stitching about ⅛" apart. Has lasted 40 years so far on one quilt I have.
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Never thought of using a double thread. I use a single thread but I think I will use a double thread next time.
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I sew all my bindings with a single thread. Have had no problems and have given many quilts away.
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I sew all my bindings with a single thread. Have had no problems and have given many quilts away.
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I use single thread. I had to snip one apart not long ago to repair something. snipped one thread thinking I could pull it apart to have enought room to make repair..... not on your life, I had to rip out inches, It was in there strong as could be.
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I usually use quilting thread a single strand and it holds very well. I have a quilting friend that uses silk thread.
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Originally Posted by kathy
i use a single strand of hand quilting thread
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I use a single thread. No problems so far.
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I also use a single thread. Just finished binding two wall quilts.
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I use single strand and never had a problem. Make sure your using good quality thread and it shouldn't be a problem!
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I use a single strand and I use the stitch that Missouri Star Quilts uses for binding. She has a good tut on it on YouTube.
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Originally Posted by virtualbernie
I use singe thread. Double thread always seems to tangle on me :x I haven't had a problem with single thread holding especially if your stitches are small enough.
It's simple: knot each thread separately. It's worked for me for years. |
O only use single thread the blks are single thread but I do knot ever ince or so
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I use single thread, seems to hold up pretty good.
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Originally Posted by vicki s
When I hand stitch my binding on to my projects I use a blind stitch with double thread. How many of you sew on your binding with single thread and is it strong enough?
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I use double thread also. I really don't have room or need so many different color of thread spools, so I purchase embroidery thread in the color to match.
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