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by lbrow 05 Nov 2008 ( edited Nov 06'08 11:36 )
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Does anyone else have this problem?

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by ssarner 05 Nov 2008
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I used dryer sheet.
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by lbrow 05 Nov 2008
Well now dummy me why didn't I think of that. thanks ssarner *
by kazza 05 Nov 2008
what do you do with the dryer sheet?
by ssarner 05 Nov 2008
rub on you hair and hands and cloth. I used it to wipe around the cutting table and even my embroidery machine.
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by mrsmurphy 05 Nov 2008
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Just recently I read that putting your thread in the freezer for about 2 hours will help. Also, they mentioned spraying the air with fabric softener and water mixture.
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by jrob 06 Nov 2008
Freezer damages thread. It removes the moisture.;)
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by adelmarie 05 Nov 2008
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I have never had that problem but I know they do sell an anti-static spray specially for fabrics to prevent clinging and shocks.
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by sukiray 05 Nov 2008
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Hi!
use one part fabric softener to ten parts of water in a spray bottle. Spray the floor and surrounding areas. DO NOT SPRAY THE MACHINE. You may also spray yourself. Also, get an anti-static floor mat from an office supply store.
You may also insert a straw on the spool pin to straightn the thread a bit, especially metalic threads. If all else fails, get a Humidity Monitor
at Home Supply store.
Hope this helps. Happy stitching. You guys are doing a great job. Sukiray
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by lbrow 05 Nov 2008
Thank U suki I appreciate all the advice. *4U I'm gonna try some of this I know.
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by shirleysisson 06 Nov 2008
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I also have this problem. I can't get the snipped off bits of thread to go into the wastebin, they just cling to my hands and fingers!!! *4U
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by boshoff 06 Nov 2008
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Putting on hand (body)lotion on your legs, prevent the static of a dress or underwear to cling. Maybe this will help if you put on some hand lotion before handling your thread??? I mean ... on your hands ... not on the thread!!! LOL
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by manami 06 Nov 2008
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I have this problem too. Thanks for posting this.
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by michelej 06 Nov 2008
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hmm, haven`t experienced that trouble before...Looks like you got some great answers though....