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01-26-2011, 05:13 PM

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jojosnana

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I guess I must be doing something right. I use single thread of heavey quality and I haven't had any come back for repairs. (most of my quilts go to family)

01-26-2011, 05:14 PM

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okiepastor

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One thread--tiny stitches, and handquilting thread!

01-26-2011, 05:20 PM

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davis2se

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I always use single thread, but I make small stitches, and take a double stitch every 5th stitch. Not sure why - I think I read somewhere that that makes the hand stitching much more secure.

01-26-2011, 05:22 PM

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jeanneb52

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Double

01-26-2011, 05:25 PM

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Janice Thompson

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I do the pillow case method or birthing method. Just sew the opening shut. No binding involved

01-26-2011, 05:28 PM

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Kathy N

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I use a double thread, it seems to hold well.

01-26-2011, 06:09 PM

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bea cda

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Quote:

Originally Posted by cinjosie

Please advise - when sewing binding to the back of the quilt after machine stitching it to the front, do you use double or single thread? This is on a baby quilt that I'm sure will get much use. Thanks

Hand quilting thread, its stronger and wears extremely well. Do not recommend machine quilting thread, personal choice.