stand, used a metallic thread needle and POOF I just stitched out the cutest xmas stocking with sparkling snowflakes and shiny balls (giggle - sounds like rudolf's been in the snow to long- giggle) and it stitched perfectly. First time in over a year of trying. But by compiling everybodys tips and finally putting them to use it worked perfectly. Thanks so much for now adding a new dimension to my stitching., wheeeeeeeeee

Good for you, when I do something sucessful that is new to me, I almost break my arm patting myself on the back. Teehee!! H&*

You are correct, I think the large eye needle and slowing the machine down is the solution.

Thanks for your tips. I did see a tip on some show (cant remember. With metallic or thread that curls thread a needle with it and then pull the needle thru some the styrofoam popcorn and it will stop the thread from curling.

Wheeeeeeee who's mabey had a few too many eggnogs? hehehehehehe you go girl :)

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by bikermomfl 18 Dec 2009

duhhh - make that plum wine and you might be right.....

Thanks for the tips. Please post your project if you haven't already done so. I'd love to see it!

Glad to hear u have it mastered now. You are right it does add a new dimension to your work & a very nice one. *

I'm so glad you mastered it! I hope you will post your stocking in the project section! I did some projects with metallic thread and have yet to master it. The only thing I haven't tried is the special needle. I guess that is the ticket. I'm going to have to purchase the proper needles!

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by bikermomfl 17 Dec 2009

that was the final touch for me as well it's amazing how much difference a silly little needle makes....

Karen, I am looking forward to seeing this stocking! If you got that excited over the metallic thread not breaking, it has to be special!
I saw the pictures of your babies a couple of days after I got my computer back. I went back for 10 to 12 days trying to get caught up and see what I had missed. They are beautiful! You are one of the "Special People" to take care of and love a sick pet and stick with it. Over the years, I have rescued several furbabies that most would not take and they have been the most rewarding Pets that I have had, except for a few that I bought and the only litter we ever had at my house! Those with special needs seem to appreciate life and their family more than most. When I lived in Sandersville,one of my best friends were my Vet and his wife. That is how I got involved in the rescue of abused and thrown aways! They knew I would take them and love them and either find a good home for them or keep them. The city use my Vet for animal control and they had to be put down by the end of the week. I can not count the number of furbabies that he called me to come get. You are a true animal lover and I thank you for caring so much! So many people would not take in and/or keep a sickly pet long enough to get it well! Linda

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by bikermomfl 17 Dec 2009

Well my poor Zorro will never get well, but he is without the bestest kitty ever. He was diagnosed with a massive tumor that was collapsing his lungs and the vet gave him 2-3 weeks to live. That was 3 YEARS

by bikermomfl 17 Dec 2009

ago. Sylvia Brown (the psychic) posted a prayer to say to help heal sick and injured pets and I said it over and over and over and over and last year when the vet checked him out, ----- no signs of the tumor! Make your own conclusions, but I'm grateful....

Congratulations ! What finally helped me was putting my metallic threads in the freezer and taking the spool out exactly when I needed it.And viola, my snowflakes come out beautifully.

You are giving me courage to try. Thanks.

Yes I agree SLOW DOWN. Much better. Congrats

I'm so happy for you! I just love shiney objects and it's so much fun when you complete them!;)

I am glad that you got it to work. I tried several ways to complete a simple little project with metallic thread - i finally gave up and tried to save it with just my rayon thread. I was using Sulky thread, and I think that it is not the quality of some of the other. Maybe when I have more time and patience I will try something again.

so you did a new and great job, when can we see your project? I think I must try this once also.

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by bikermomfl 16 Dec 2009

Now don't expect to much, first I have to finish, it'll be a xmas stocking, and i'll post it when dh helps me take a pix, I'm not very good at that part and I'll make sure I put it in the right spot so I dont' get scolded again.

Had never been sucessful at using metallics either, so am encouraged by your sucess. You have given me hope!
So glad for you!
Jacqueline

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by bikermomfl 16 Dec 2009

I think the key is these new 'metallic thread' needles. That's what they are actually called and they seem to have made the difference. Try it you'll like it, got em at Joanns....

Isnt it wonderful when a plan comes together. Would love to see it.

Félicitations,I would like to see thatin the projects.I maybe will try métalic...one day...I am a bit afraid to try

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by bikermomfl 16 Dec 2009

Not to be afraid - perserverance pays off. Just be sure to slow down your machine and use these new needles.

by modo 16 Dec 2009

I will , thanks