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12-10-2014, 07:28 AM

#11

Skittl1321

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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.

12-10-2014, 10:06 AM

#12

Abby'smom

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Location: Oak Ridge North, TX

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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

12-10-2014, 10:23 AM

#13

ploverwi2

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Lilyfiona64

patpitter the actual isacord website sells the spools for 3.95. Discount embroidery supplies also sells the apools for 3.95 - they offer free shipping on any size order too.

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

12-10-2014, 11:14 AM

#14

Lilyfiona64

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ploverwi2

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.

12-10-2014, 11:20 AM

#15

Onebyone

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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.

12-10-2014, 11:25 AM

#16

Lilyfiona64

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Onebyone

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.

12-10-2014, 11:32 AM

#17

PatPitter

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Lilyfiona64

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 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!

12-10-2014, 02:23 PM

#18

Boston1954

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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.

12-10-2014, 05:16 PM

#19

Jan in VA

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Location: Piedmont Virginia in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mtns.

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ManiacQuilter2

Sometimes you have to go with convenience. I stock up when I find Mettler Silk wrapped when I find it on sale. I have an older Bernina and I don't find using the larger spools or cones convenient. Not everything works for every quilter so what is important is what works best for you. I would never use the lower quality thread on my Bernina. Too much lint for me to have to clean !!

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