I agree - use as it comes from the skein. Also, be sure you don't work with
a really long thread, since pearl loses its sheen after a while.

Phyllis Maurer

"Harry and Anita" wrote in message
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Okay, I know I have read this somewhere but right now I can't find it.
When
I want to stitch with #5 cotton, do I separate the thread at all or use it
in one strand as it comes from the skein? I bought some Weeks Dye Works
#5
Confetti to make a quick teacher ornament and suddenly drew a blank on
usage.

Thanks in advance for your help on this. I promise to write the
directions
in my book this time.

Anita in Alaska