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    Old 01-11-2011, 12:43 PM
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    What thread should I use if I want it to be as invisible as possible. The reason, I want the picture to come out more than
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    Old 01-11-2011, 01:01 PM
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    Choose a color matching the background, or maybe even a varigated with similar colors :D:D:D
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    Old 01-11-2011, 01:26 PM
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    Use invisable thread , often refered to as monofilament . It comes in clear , and smoke color( for use on dark fabrics , and does not relect the light as much). I use it often to give texture to an area but do not want the quilting to detract or compete with the patchwork design.
    If you choose to use , remember to adjust your top tension. Most machines need the top tension to be loosened for this type of thread.
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    Old 01-11-2011, 01:31 PM
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    you could use invisible thread. light gray blends, disappears pretty good too, depending on what you are sewing.
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    Old 01-11-2011, 01:50 PM
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    If you don't want to use monofilament, you might try Bottomline from Superior in a neutral color. It is so fine it will not show up very much.
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    Old 01-11-2011, 02:39 PM
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    I'm not a particular about the kind of thread,as much as to the color. I've used, polyester, cotton and silk. Color and small stitches.
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    Old 01-11-2011, 10:47 PM
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    You could try Invisafil by Wonderfil Threads. It comes in 30 colours and is very thin (like hair).
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