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    Old 05-07-2015, 05:44 AM
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    I received a sample spool of Mettler with an order a couple years ago. It seems like decent thread but it's a little thicker and lintier than I prefer for piecing. I use Aurifil or Precensia for piecing and any quilting I want to vanish (SITD).

    For decorative topstitching and quilting that I want to have stay visible I find Connecting Threads to be just the ticket. It's a bit lintier but it's so cheap I can afford to have at least one spool of every single color on hand, and it's good strong thread. It's thicker so it stays visible on top of the quilt. I'm so happy they've added variegated threads to their lineup, I love using those for meanders. AND I noticed they've finally fixed my biggest gripe - now they're numbering the spools themselves instead of just the packaging, so you can know what a color is once you've opened it. That doesn't help with 90% of the thread I've already bought but I'm still glad they finally fixed that.
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    Old 05-07-2015, 06:28 AM
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    My mom had a Pfaff she got in the 1950 and she was told to use Mettler. I like Mettler but find it a bit thick for quilting and my Janome prefers Aurafil.
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    Old 05-07-2015, 07:00 AM
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    I think Mettler and Gutterman are about the same, I've used both and have had no problems. Gutterman is sold at JoAnn's and Mettler is sold at Hancocks.
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    Old 05-07-2015, 07:34 AM
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    Originally Posted by oklahomamom2
    So yesterday I went to Ada on a field trip and noticed they had a quilt shop. I have never been in the store but thought I would go look around. I know I needed thread so I asked if she had my thread which is Aurifil thread she said she only had the tread kits. But carried another thread called Mettler Thread, I said I have never heard of it but bought some anyway since I needed thread. She said it was good thread and that she has used it for years. My question is "Has anyone used this thread? What kind of thread does your quilt shop carry normally?
    A lot of really good quilters use it, one that comes to mind is Dawn CameronDick it is a really good thread so don't worry, enjoy
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    Old 05-07-2015, 09:21 AM
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    Mettler is an excellent thread. You won't be disappointed
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    Old 05-07-2015, 09:38 AM
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    I have used Mettler Thread off and on for years and it's a very good thread. Usually I try to buy it when JoAnn's has a sale, or I have a coupon. Most of the quilting teachers I've had classes with have recommended it.
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    Old 05-07-2015, 10:07 AM
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    I used Mettler for machine embroidery and find it is an excellent thread.
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    Old 05-07-2015, 10:57 AM
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    Mettler is my favorite thread...but not price friendly. So I use it sparingly.
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    Old 05-07-2015, 11:02 AM
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    Wait... there's a quilt shop in Ada?????
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    Old 05-07-2015, 05:39 PM
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    Yes, that brand was included in a kit when I bought my Bernina. It is very good. My quilt shop carries it.
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