Onebyone

superiorthreads.com/shop/category/thread/?brand=MicroQuilter&_ke=cXVpbHRlckBjZWJyaWRnZS5uZX Q%3D

I ordered a few spools to try. I've noticed a lot of thread brands are marketing 80wt and 100 wt thread now. I read in a quilt article somewhere that the process to make thin thread strong is now possible.

QuiltnNan

wow, that looks super.

Sailorwoman

I saw that yesterday and was very interested. Please let us know what you used it for and how you find it.

jmoore

Thanks for posting... I also just saw a short YouTube video about the new Schmetz Chrome needle series. They will only be available at LQS and sewing machine dealers.

cashs_mom

I just looked up the Schmetz Chrome needles. Here's the info from the Schmetz website:

• Chrome resists heat.
• Chrome resists wear. That little needle takes a beating stitch by stitch and it gets hot.
• Chrome will stay cool longer with less stitch distortion.
• Chrome aids the thread to pass through the needle eye with less friction and less heat build-up.
• Chrome also allows the needle to pass through the fabric with less resistance.

Feature: Chrome plated. Slightly rounded point.
Fabric Use: Numerous — wovens and knits. A great general purpose needle.

While the first part sounds good, I'm not so sure about the rounded point and "great general purpose needle"

quiltingshorttimer

give us a review when you get a chance!

Onebyone

They are Floriani Chrome Needles made by Schmetz. You can order them online.