by
Cutie #8325825
04 Nov 2009
( edited Nov 05'09 12:43 )
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It costs $8 for a 1800yd. spool of Coats & Clark @ Walmart and it is gettting a bit pricey for me.
Comments (9)
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by
dlonnahawkins
04 Nov 2009
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Miss Charlie - try Shoppers Rule - they have different types, but RA 10,000 yard spool for less than $10 - hope that helps.
1 links:
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Bobbin Thread
www.shoppersrule.com
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by Cutie #8325825
04 Nov 2009
What is RA? Rayon? TY for the tip *
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by
marjialexa
04 Nov 2009
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I use the YLI thread called "Lingerie and Bobbin Thread", it's very thin, maybe like 70 weight, and I think it's nylon. I get it from my dealer, and it's really expensive, but very good. It never ever breaks or causes problems. Do you know if the RA bobbin thread at Shoppers Rule is that thin? I'd love to be paying less, but I like the way the thin thread makes the designs less bulky. I looked at the website, but didn't see the weight listed, sure seems like a great price, though! I use Robison Anton poly embroidery thread, and like it very much. Hugs, Marji
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by Cutie #8325825
04 Nov 2009
I dunno what RA is lol I am hoping we find out. *
Oh, RA is Robison-Anton thread, they make a line of quality embroidery thread, both poly and rayon. I use the poly, my dealer sells it, it's great. That's why I thought the bobbin thread would be great too, if it's thin.
by Cutie #8325825
05 Nov 2009
I found it for a higher price than at shoppers rule but the description says it is 80wt
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Have you tried Long Creek Mills? They have a 1500m spool for $2.00 and a 5000m spool for $5.00. I have used it on my Brother Innovis 2500D without any problem. Go to Products-Bobbins-white. They're at the bottom of the page....Barb
1 links:
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http://longcreekmills.com/index.html
longcreekmills.com
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by Cutie #8325825
04 Nov 2009
TYVM for the info*
Can you tell me about Long Creek Mills? Do you use their products? They seem to have excellent prices on stabilizer, etc. Thanks, Marji
Marji,
I have used tearaway stabilizer from Long Creek Mills, and it's been fine. I also have used the bobbin thread without any problem; so far, so good. They have an excellent warranty on their products, so it might be worth a try....Barb
I have used tearaway stabilizer from Long Creek Mills, and it's been fine. I also have used the bobbin thread without any problem; so far, so good. They have an excellent warranty on their products, so it might be worth a try....Barb
by Cutie #8325825
05 Nov 2009
Is this right it is a 120 wt? The thinnest I've ever seen is 90 wt advertised. The coats & Clark I get is 70 wt.
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Guess u have figured out by now Charlene RA is Robinson Anton & I use a lot of it. Like Marji I use the YLI I get it from my dealer that's an hr away & dont'really know how much he charged me for it. It's 1200 yds per spool & yes it's nylon 100% I my b wrong but I don't think he chargd me but about $4.00 a spool. You may c can find it on eb
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I purchased the bobbin thread from R&A. I have a Babylock machine. I can not use it for the bobbin thread, it pulls thru to the top. The only thing that works for me is the Finishing Touch, and it is very expensive. Wish I could help. I am also looking for a bobbin thread that will work that is cheaper. H&*.
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I have also bought the big spool from LongCreek Mills. I have to stand and hold the spool in my hand while it fills bobbin ,because it doesn't fit on bobbin spindle. For that price, I don't care. That spool should last me for 5 years. Love it!!! I just looked it up and I paid $4.50 for 5,000m spool.
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by Cutie #8325825
05 Nov 2009
Kay you are a blessing lol Did you notice they have a heavy thread stand for only $7.95 that is a very good price I have one and LOVE it. It will keep you from holding the spool
http://www.longcreekmills.com/product/stand.html
http://www.longcreekmills.com/product/stand.html
also you can set the spool on a heavy glass if you do not have a spool holder but the holder is well worth the price you can use the big spools to embroidery I even buy embroidery threade on the big huge spools it las tlonger.
I have one of those holders. It is sitting behind my serger gathering dust, must put it to better use. I need all the help I can get. Thanks!!!!!
by
Cutie #8325825
05 Nov 2009
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I have made my mind up I will buy the RA from shoppers rule and the 1500m spool for $2.00 from Long Creek Mills. Then I should be set for bobbin thread for quite awhile. ONE last question just out of curiousity do you think I can use the bobbin thread for fsl projects like some of the angels or snowflakes that I have? Really curious about that 120 wt lol
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I love longcreek mills I know them personaley I live in NC and go to the mill often buy all my thread from them you should check with them often some times they run really nice sales.
Lenamae
Lenamae
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by Cutie #8325825
05 Nov 2009
Please feel free to either PM me about any sales you see or post it here in community! I must admit I didn't like the $7 shipping fee YIKES!
Where do you live sweetie? I think they are in Gastonia right off the Interstate. I actually went to Mt. Holly where they make Robison-Anton and was told they don't have an outlet to the public. Also, I have ordered from "The Embroidery Store" in Winston-Salem, NC and I think some of their threads are RA in disguise with their on Poly-X40 label. Do you know of this company?
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by
simplyrosie
05 Nov 2009
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I was somewhat reluctant on purchasing bobbin thread off of ebay, but the deal was great. Anyway, I have had NO trouble with this thread in both of my Baby Lock machines... it's VERY good!
1 links:
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Ebay item for thread
cgi.ebay.com
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by Cutie #8325825
05 Nov 2009
wish I saw this sooner I already ordered the 1500yd from long creek mills and the 10,000 yd from shoppers rule.