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    Old 09-10-2013, 06:46 AM
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    I use a thread stand at the end of the machine and thread it through the thread hold on the stand and then feed through the machine in the regular way. One of my machines has a safety pin taped beside the wheel to run the thread through before filling a bobbin or sewing, I guess it adds a little tension.
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    Old 09-10-2013, 06:52 AM
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    I just hold the cone horizontally with my left hand - fingers wedged inside the cone holding it steady. Next the thread goes through the thread guide. I use the fingers on my right hand to gently help guide the thread and apply any needed tension.
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    Old 09-10-2013, 07:33 AM
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    I've had many different thread stands over the years. This is the best one I've used. It works for vertical and horizontal cones and spools. https://www.superiorthreads.com/shop...thread-holder/
    I bought it at Nancy Notions several years ago. Connecting Threads use to sell beautiful metal thread stands. I received one as a gift and it is very nice but not as functional as the Superior one.
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    Old 09-10-2013, 07:39 AM
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    If I had cones I would put it in a mug. I have done that with the larger spools of thread, when using my stand alone bobbin filler..
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    Old 09-10-2013, 08:32 AM
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    I use serger thread a lot. Never had a problem with it. I use a thread holder that I place to the right of my machine and it works great for sewing and filling a bobbin.
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    Old 09-10-2013, 09:30 AM
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    Originally Posted by Nammie to 7
    Serger thread isn't strong enough to be used in piecing or regular sewing.
    I've been using it for years. It has worked fine for me for piecing and even quilting.

    IN fact, the thinner thread for piecing is nice because it helps you keep those 1/4" seams since a thicker thread takes up a bit more space.
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    Old 09-10-2013, 10:34 AM
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    Wow! This is a fantastic idea, Thank You for the information.
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    Old 09-10-2013, 01:26 PM
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    So many great ways .........you people are wonderful! And I'm so happy to hear that I can use it for regular sewing!Thank you all!
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    Old 09-10-2013, 02:43 PM
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    You might want to think about that in addition to the strength surger thread is very lintie or linty. Lots of lint. Calla
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    Old 09-11-2013, 03:12 AM
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    If you buy CD's, the thing they come in has a spindle and a lot of them can be used to place the spool on and use that in a pinch
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