What kind of thread do people use for machine quilting?
For my first few attempts, I used the same poly thread I piece with. Then I moved on to YLI cotton quilting thread (I especially like the varigated ones - more on the spool than on the quilts, actually.)
Then last summer I took a class at Maine Quilts with Kathy Sandbach. She suggested Aurifil, in part because it's thinner than the YLI, so I've also given that a try.
I like the Aurifil because more fits on my bobbin and I don't have to change that as often (I'm still getting the free motion thing down), but I like the thickness of the YLI because it stands out more.
Just wondering what other people use. Also, since I'm far from my LQS (or at least a somewhat affordable one by US standards), any tips on online machine quilting thread sources?
Thanks!
This blogging thing is so great! It's only been a week and I've heard so many kind words and found so many sources of inspiration out there. The only problem is that it is a bit addictive! (And as May Britt said, maybe there are too many ideas out there? When will we ever find the time?!)
I like using Aurifil, also. More importantly, it seems to please my machine *s* The online store I was purchasing from no longer carries this brand. I have a pretty good stash from when they discontinued and have been surfing around to see it there is another dealer out there that offers a good selection and price.
ReplyDeleteI'm an Aurifil user myself. I love how much fits onto the bobbins. I was using the Love to Quilt site, but are stopped selling Aurifil.
ReplyDeleteWhen I get low on my stash, I'm gonna try Essential Threads. They're fairly new, so I haven't heard too many reviews yet, but I'm willing to give them a try, especially as such a nice price. My machine still gets a bit linty, even with Aurifil, so I'm learning not to make such a big deal, but merely try to brush clean every time I change the bobbin and to oil clean every time I change the needle (about every 3 bobbins).
As I"m browsing through I noticed your question on threads. I swear by the Aurofil. It really hides little mistakes and holds up well and as you already found out it fills more on a bobbin!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.equilter.com is a great online source for fabric and thread. Looks like they carry your aurifil too.
ReplyDeletei like to use sulky rayon threads on my art quilts, and sulky cotton blendables in bed quilts. (caution: the thicker 12 weight creates alot of linti love the way the rayon looks and shimmers, but i'm worried it wouldn't hold up to washings. plus i read somewhere that one should never use anything but cotton on cotton fabrics, as they can, over (alot of) time, tear the fabric.
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