Originally Posted by featherweight
Originally Posted by grann of 6
Originally Posted by patriciaponder
One thing that I've learned on my machine embroidery journey is the difference between polyester and rayon thread.
Polyester can be bleached and that makes it great for dinner napkins. I have read several places that rayon thread is not as durable and does not need to be bleached. I find little difference in the sheen.
I have used regular sewing thread as well before I invested in a wide variety of thread colors. It tended to create more lint and the bobbin area required more frequent cleaning ... used the compressed air and it worked great.
NEVER used compressed air on an embroidery machine. It just pushes the lint farther in and can do serious damage.
I use it all the time. I have had my machines for about 10 years, I always blow from the back to the front like I was told at a sewing machine maintenance class. I have never had a problem.
If you have computerized machines you should never use the compressed air; this came from the repair person. The old machines or non-electronic machines are fine.