Kathi in PA

I'm sure this thread regarding thread has been discussed, but I need a little guidance. Should I use a 50 or 60 wt for the bobbin thread when machine quilting and a lighter wt. thread on top such as a 40wt.? If that is the case what do you recommend and where can I found it?

Thanks so much!
Kathi in PA

BellaBoo

I use 60wt or higher for quilting and piecing in both top and bobbin. I seldom use anything higher then 50wt for the top thread and always use the thin thread in the bobbin. Experiment with size and see the stitch look you like on front and back.

Kathi in PA

So, the higher the number the thinner the thread, I get so confused with this, must be a sometimer moment!!!

Kathi in PA

littlehud

I know, that is so confusing.

BellaBoo

Think of it like this: It takes 40 to make one weight and 60 to make the same weight. So the 40 must be bigger to take only 40 to make the same weight as 60. Same with gauge and penny sizes. The smaller gauge the more it takes to make a gauge. The bigger the penny the less it takes to make a penny.

Kathi in PA

I'm working on my Downy Quilt and I am thinking of using Presencia 50wt cotton thread for piecing (top and bobbin) and a variegated YLI thread for quilting (top and bobbin). Is this something you might do? It's my first Downy quilt and I want to do a good job and of course the same goes with all my other projects.
Thanks,
Kathi in PA