What thread do you use
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I use 50 or 60 weight for piecing-Precencia or Aurifil. I usually buy and use the cones because they are less expensive-especially on sale. However, I have another confession to make. I am not one to have a bobbin to match lots of different colors. So, I run out partial bobbins to piece-no one will ever know (you are the only one I have told). I do have a large assortment of threads because they each have special uses. My BERNINA machines like them all. I most often use the above mentioned threads in the bobbin no matter what I am using on the surface.
#7
I use Precencia 60 weight exclusively ever since Harriett Hargrave recommended it in a class that I took from her. A cone of that thread will last me for years.
I always use Color No. 216 medium beige grey for all piecing... holding out my wrists for the quilt police handcuffs.
I always use Color No. 216 medium beige grey for all piecing... holding out my wrists for the quilt police handcuffs.
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It depends on what type of quilt I'm making. If it's one with lots of matching seams, points, triangle units etc. then I generally will use aurifil 50 wt 2ply since that gives me a more accurate quarter inch seam than other thicker threads.
If it's an improvisational piece, I tend to use whatever works with the fabrics I'm using and I don't worry about getting a precise seam allowance since it's not necessary.
Rob
If it's an improvisational piece, I tend to use whatever works with the fabrics I'm using and I don't worry about getting a precise seam allowance since it's not necessary.
Rob
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