Originally Posted by gale
Originally Posted by sewsilly
When I first started quilting, I was warned "Don't use polyester thread because it can tear the cotton fabric!" I've since found out that most cotton clothing is sewn with polyester thread. I can't think of anything that gets more use than a shoulder seam - and NO tearing! So... I now use polyester thread or whatever I have on hand. I do prefer to buy cotton for piecing because I don't like to deal with stretch. I haven't worked up the courage to try stretchy fabric as a backing. I'd love to try Minkee.
True but I am hoping my quilts last longer than any clothing does. I've had clothes that wear out after a year or two of seasonal wearing (less sometimes-they sure make them junky anymore).
Hmmm. I agree that clothing wears out, but I'd be willing to bet that it isn't the polyester thread against the cotton. I don't think I'm going to lose sleep over my quilts wearing out.