Thread stands
 

Are there any advantages to using a thread stand?
Someone gave me a Thread PRO stand but another question I have is; are there some stands that only work with certain machines? I would attach a link the one I have but can't find it anywhere. Maybe someone is familiar with this one.

I don't know what your stand looks like - but some spools of thread will not fit on my sewing machines - so a thread stand would work when the spool holder would be too small.

thread stand seem to work with all machines. Took a class and if the spool fits the machine and doesn't pull then use the machine the stand is nice if you use cones that don't lay down. If you use aurofil the wider orange bottom pops off so you can use it either way

i just like heavy bases on my separate thread stand.

Yes there are thread stands that are made for certain machines, they mount to the specific machine and usually hold several spools or cones for machine embroidery. There are also generic stands like this that sit behind any machine. Then there are the stand alone single spool stands and single spool stands that mount on any machine. Lots to choose from.

Cari

I have the Superior thread stand and I like it alt. No problems with tension and I like the heavier base.

I think thread stands were made mostly for embroidery machines because some embroidery threads needed the extra length to stop the thread twisting, thus causing breakage. It depends on how the threads were woven/twisted during the making process, and some will knot up if there's not enough length to unwind. So if you don't have any issues with breakage you won't need a stand, & if it stands alone then it will do for any machine.

I use a thread stand for all of the thread spools. I love the stand.

I use my thread stand all the time. I like to piece with Bottom Line cones that won't fit on the machine.

I use my thread stand when I'm using cones or occasionally if I'm having trouble with a specialty thread. I use the same stand with my Bernina or with my vintage machines.

I use thread stands on all my machines and love them.

Thread that is stack wound (thread lies one thread right next to the thread on the last round), should come off the spool from the side, so should go on the spindle of the machine. Thread should come off the back of the spool.
Thread that is cross wound (thread crosses over all the other threads on each round), should come off the spool from the top. Some machines have a sideways spool holder for those. Otherwise, they need a thread stand so that the thread can come off the top of the spool. I have already set the cone on the floor. Cats love that.

I believe that I have been using my thread stand every day for about 12 years. I started because I was using cones of thread. I really like it when I switch machines.

Thanks everyone I'm going to put this thing together and give it a try. Maybe it will help with certain threads that I was having trouble with (skipping stitches).

Maviskw - Now that is a piece of information that I never knew. I had noticed the different way that thread was stacked but never thought it made a difference.

I tried a couple and had problems. Then I took a piece of wood, stuck in a metal rod and clamped the wood to the edge of my table. LOVE IT! It never wobbles, I can move it to whatever table I am working at and I added a small peg that I stick the extra bobbins on.

I have one of those thread racks that attaches to my machine and I LOVE it. I am not a fan of spool caps. My stand works with all brands of cone thread. I use the holder on my machine and a spool cap rarely.

I have 2 stands that hold 10 spools each. I love them for my embroidery machine, where I have to change threads often, and frequently repeat the same color on a design. I made my own thread stand for using cones at my DSM. I used a piece of 2x4 board for the base, drilled a small hole and used a piece of heavy wire coat hanger to lift the strand of thread. On each side of the wire I inserted a piece of doweling to hold the cone in place. Works like a charm.

I use thread stands all the time because I usually buy big cones of thread - works perfectly. I don't have anything special, just some heavy stands that I inherited from my stepmothers stuff.

I use the cones so thread stand works for me, mine holds 2 spools but the threads tangle so I just use one. I like it

I have the big spools of Superior Masterpiece and the thread stand I had broke. I've discovered a hack I use all the time. I put the thread cone in a coffee cup behind my machine near where the thread holder is located. I attach a binding clip to the the thread dowel push the end thing that holds the spool in place and thread through the grip part of the binding clip. Then you just thread as usual. You can also use a paper clip that you tape to your machine.

I got mine at Joann's with a 50 percent off coupon. If the spool is too big, a thread stand is great or if you have a cone of thread. Guess it's all personal preference.

I use thread stands all the time. The only thread that seems to need to be horizontal all the time is the Sulky Metalic, otherwise I use the stand.