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Invisible thread?
Who has used it and how did it look when you were done?
Diana in Dallas |
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DQLTS wrote:
Who has used it and how did it look when you were done? Diana in Dallas I thought I was using it, but now I've finished I'm not sure - I can't see it... Suzie B (tongue firmly in cheek) -- "From the internet connection under the pier" Southend, UK -- Please remove NOSPAM when emailing me! http://community.webshots.com/user/suziekga |
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I have used it for both hand (appliqué) and machine (quilting) use it looks
good IMO just make sure you use the right invisible thread for the fabric - clear or Smokey are available and I have found that it's best to lay both threads across the fabric to see which is the least noticeable for that particular fabric. it sews nicely by hand too - a lot less complicated than I expected -- Jessamy In The Netherlands http://www.geocities.com/jess_ayad/ http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Quilt_mystery/ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Who has used it and how did it look when you were done? Diana in Dallas |
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I've used it a lot on my panel quilts. You really can't see it. I'm
happy with it. Joanna http://community.webshots.com/user/exrules DQLTS wrote: Who has used it and how did it look when you were done? Diana in Dallas -- Remove Quilt to reply |
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I have used it a fair bit, Diana.
I use it when I want the piecing to show more than the quilting. I have found it fine, except for tying a knot with it!! That drives me crazy g .. In article , DQLTS writes Who has used it and how did it look when you were done? Diana in Dallas -- Best Regards pat on the hill |
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I have used it and it really is invisible. The smokey color works very well
on darker fabrics. Linda |
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"DQLTS" wrote: Who has used it and how did it look when you were done? Diana in Dallas I've used it, and it really is all but invisible. Be careful, though, to get a brand that doesn't look shiny, as that would undo the whole idea. "Unshiny" ones include YLI brand and Sew-Art, though there may be others, too. Also, be sure to watch it as it comes off the spool and through your machine (if you're not hand sewing); if it gets caught on one of the guides, it can break rather easily and lead to frustration. -- Sandy in Henderson, near Las Vegas my ISP is earthlink.net -- put sfoster1(at) in front http://home.earthlink.net/~sfoster1 |
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I agree about choosing the brand carefully. I've seen many different levels
of quality and "shine". My current preference is the Superior Threads, although there are many other very good ones. You want to look for one that is fairly thin (fine) for the best quality of work. Some of the thicker ones hold the kink of the wrap of the spool and give off a weird sort of sparkly effect on the quilt top, whether Smokey or clear. Something about the kinks make the thread reflect back. When you run your fingers down the thread, it should feel smooth, not rough. Anyway, other than that caveat, I've found it works very well. Oh yeah, another Very Important Tip!!! When using the invisibles in the bobbin, a quilt teacher told me to only wind the bobbin 1/2 to 1/3 of the way full. The thinner thread can make the bobbin "too full" and it doesn't feed right. Once I made this change, I had simply lovely results using the Superior Thread in both the needle and the bobbin. I'm sure other fine invisibles would work well also. |
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"DQLTS" wrote in message ... Who has used it and how did it look when you were done? Diana in Dallas Hi Diana, I use only the Sulky Invisible Thread. It is 100% polyester. It sews in nicely (just loosen the top tension) and you can press it (the nylon thread will melt). It is not stiff and pokey when you get done (like nylon) AND, it hides a multitude of quilting sins. Happy quilting, Lenore Lakewood, WA |
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I have, and it was invisible. (Sorry, could not help it! 8^) It was
easy to use, and truly is hard to detect from a distance. Nancycog in MD |
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