Ditto and Amen--been there, done it.

Boy, that is interesting, I never heard of it either, but I will have to look for it when i go to the store.

make sure when you are not using it store it in a sealed bag and marked that it is wash away thread

While I've never used wash away thread in quilting, I use it in heirloom sewing when I do Maderia applique. The wash away thread makes Maderia applique so much easier. Just be sure to remember to change the thread before sewing any seams that need to be permanent.

I've never tried it,what else is it used for ?

OMG - too funny - sorry

Thanks everyone for sharing all the great information it has really been helpful.

I never heard of it either.

I use it all the time. It comes in different weights and the cheapest and easiest way to use it is to just have it in the bobbin. When you wash it you can easily pull the top thread away. If you put it in the top of the machine as well as the bobbin, it is more difficult to sew through the material because of the texture and bulk. It is great for machine trapunto.

Don't forget your camera!!!