My machine hated the metro, it made such terrible noises I thought I broke it! It didn't like sigma much more. I'm glad I tried just one spool before stocking up.

I ended up with the poly embroidery thread from Threadart as an inexpensive alternative to Isacord.

I use connecting threads essential for piecing.

:) I like Gutterman's and so do my machines -- I get it at Joann's with coupons or when on sale -- I used to use C&C until the thread I got was linty

Is there a way to see their thread colors without clicking on all the numbers. However do you find a color?

Search around online for isacord color chart. Then you will see all the colors and the number next to it so it's easier to find.

C&C thread is cost much more when broken down per yard. Many think it's cheaper. I have all brands except C&C. I don't like Star thread either but have some of that.

Thank you!! My whole point of this point was to kind of display thread we think is "cheap" isn't and thread we thing is expensive really isn't. I also received some very good information about some new thread to try.

I do like aurifil for piecing and I think its a good price. I just need a thread for FMQ. I have some isacord thread because my machine is also an embroidery machine so I wanted a dual purpose thread.

I'm thinking I might look into connecting threads for FMQ or the aurifil 40wt.

I think there is also a cost associated with threads that don't work well in our machines, break a lot, and leave a lot of lint. I quilt for enjoyment. If my thread is constantly breaking then I'm not enjoying my hobby. This can make a person give up on a project (there's a cost to that).

Thanks for an interesting thread about thread!

I agree about the breakage issue. If I am not having fun, and start saying naughty words, then I have to take a break. I am very happy with my Connecting Threads. Have a number of colors, and use the "Antique" as my go to color for piecing.

Hey Joellyn,
You do know that there's no silk in Mettler silk finished thread, right? It refers to the "finish" ON the thread rather the content IN the thread. Many are fooled by that.
Jan in VA

Any thoughts on the stuff Superior threads sell.... King Tut, Bottom Line etc?