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Which Thread Do I Use for Which Project?

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by Sara Snuggerud in Archives

superior-threads-thread-chart.jpgWith so many types of threads to select from, it is hard to know which thread to use for regular sewing and which one for quilting and piecing. We get asked this question on a daily basis, and we would like to give you a great reference guide to print off.

Superior Threads now has a “Thread Selection Guide” on their website. Along with all their wonderful types of thread, thread tips and education topics, this is also a place to pick up new ideas.

Want to try out many of Superior Threads top selling threads?

Join us for one of five “Open Thread Bar” sessions, May 1 – 3, 2008. This workshop begins with a one-hour session discussing the dynamics of specialty threads, working with machine tensions and needle selection. This workshop provides students with instruction and hands-on experimentation with specialty threads. We will have a large selection of our threads available for the students to use. This is a rare opportunity for the quilter to experiment with many different threads and have the guidance and assistance of a professional teacher to help with any questions or concerns. Fee: $30

Session #1: Thursday, May 1 – 9 – 12pm
Session #2: Friday, May 2 – 9 – 12pm
Session #3: Friday, May 2 – 6:30 – 9:30pm
Session #4: Saturday May 3 – 9 – 12pm
Session #5: Saturday, May 3 – 1 – 4pm

Call Heirloom Creations at (605) 332-4435 to reserve your seat today!

Can’t Make it to a Hands-On “Open Thread Bar” Class? Sign up for the next best thing!

Superior Thread Seminar – Thread Facts & Fiction
Thursday, May 1
7pm
This is the absolute best and easy-to-understand information-packed seminar you’ll ever attend. We teach how to distinguish quality of all types of threads including regular and decorative. You will know what to look for and learn what the labels really mean. We will help you solve and avoid problems sometimes encountered when using specialty threads. Learn the pros and cons of all major thread types, thread characteristics, the importance of needle selection, and properly setting the tension for your sewing success. Learn how to use specialty threads successfully, regardless of the type of sewing machine you use. You will leave this seminar knowing about the newest threads in the industry. Fee: $10

johnflynn_front.jpgCurrent Thread on My Sewing Machine:
Superior Threads So Fine by John Flynn

“Imagine a thread with the look and feel of cotton, but without the lint. That is exactly what So Fine! is — an extra soft #50 polyester thread that is etched in order to give it the look and feel of cotton thread. With the look of cotton and the strength of poly, this thread allows us to quilt without all the lint and thread breaks we would get with a similar size cotton thread. The range of colors blend beautifully into the fabric, showing off your stitching. It was important to me to learn that Superior’s spools are designed to spin freely on the machine so there is no friction or drag to interfere with the top thread tension. This is a great thread that comes on 3,280 yard cones and on 550 machine-friendly spools.
The folks at Superior are always willing to listen to suggestions and make every effort to satisfy quilters’ needs at every level, from individual artist to professional quilter.”

Sincerely,
John Flynn