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Hi Cuties: I just read that you should use 60wt thread for small fonts...
Is there an embroidery thread in 60wt? I can't seem to find it, so wonder if you can use 60 wt sewing thread.
Can anyone help with this?
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I think most places have it. I already had this link, but I will see if I can find more
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http://www.threadart.com/product/12024/30-cones-of-60-weight-thread-1000m
www.threadart.com
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Thank you. I want to buy it in a store. I just want a spool for doing quilt labels. Our Canadian Dollar is very low and it cost a fortune to ship...
I am told you can use embroidery bobbin thread.
Thanks Rescuer....
The smaller thread will give a crisper look. I decided to not start buying all the colors again and try to keep sorted out, but to buy black, white, cream and red.
Great tip, Rescuer! I do believe I've heard that too! I think bobbin thread is 60 wt
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I think Sulky Polylite thread 60wt can be used for machine embroidery.
I will check it out next trip to the States.
I live in Canada, so not as many choices to shop.
I just want a couple of spools to keep for quilt labels, and the dollar exchange and shipping is so expensive, so need to buy it in a store.
I will check it out next trip to the States.
I live in Canada, so not as many choices to shop.
I just want a couple of spools to keep for quilt labels, and the dollar exchange and shipping is so expensive, so need to buy it in a store.
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Madeira has 60wt thread . i have black red white navy and cream . Sews a dream .
Hilda in New Zealand
Hilda in New Zealand
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Thank you, I will look for Madeira next time I am shopping.
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Jerri, I am afraid that I cannot help with the thread but I turn my machine to a slower speed and have perfect fonts every time. Hope you find the right thread.
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Thank you for the suggestion. I found a supplier in Canada, just waiting to hear if they have a supplier in BC, closer to me.
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I've read this too, but I've never have heard from anyone who has actually used it for small fonts. I think it's a good idea. I hope you let us know how it works for you.
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I will let you know if the bobbin thread works, the next time I make a quilt label.
I'll keep an eye out for your post!
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basketkase
02 Aug 2017
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I do really small fonts for clothing labels for my clients and all I do is use a #9 instead of a #11 needle.......it creates a smaller hole in the fabric which allows the smaller font to stitch more uniformly and like Sarah, I slow the machine down.......
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Thank you for the tip. I didn't think about a different needle, but that makes sense. I use #11 in 99% of my embroidery.
me too, but I keep that skinny one on hand.......