RatherB Quilting

Hey there! I was in Joann's and found myself some of those cute little redwork patterns. They are the iron on kind. Adorable little kitties for each day of the week.
Anywho...I wanted to try my hand at redwork...I mean bluework. I wondered if there is a certain thread/floss that is used for this. I looked at what Joann's and AC Moore had and didn't find anything that looked right.
Thanks for your help!

tmg

I have thought about trying red work also. Just don't know where to start

quilterjody

I use DMC embroidery floss for redwork.

hobbykat1955

Do allot of embroidery including Redwork...Buy the DMC at either joann's, AC moore or Michaels....split to 3 strands...DMC is 6 strands....

great aunt jacqui

can you get preprinted fabric for this? always wanted to do this too.

ckcowl

i use DMC embroidery flosses for redwork, blue work, other embroideries.

LivelyLady

I use DMC embroidery floss. I like the deep darker red for redwork and deep blue (almost navy) for the blue work.

Jennifer22206

I've always used DMC embroidery floss. I usually use 2 or 3 strands depending on the look I'm going for.

nellebelles

I've always wanted to try redwork/bluework too. This information is good to know. Thanks for asking the question, and for the replies!

julia58

I love to do red and blue work, I also use the DMC floss. It's also fun to make your own patterns.