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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010 ( edited Apr 26'10 22:48 )
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Interested in Cuties experience with MetroEmb threads.... If you have used them - Do you like them? Do you have issues with them? Reasonably priced and would like to have more colors to play with

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by sewdoctor 26 Apr 2010
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They work fine in both of my machines...No problems!
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by dailylaundry 26 Apr 2010
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I have purchased Metro threads and they work great in my Brother Innovis 1500D. The price was the very best I have seen - they were prompt in their delivery and since then, I have purchased bobbin thread from them too. So far so good. Good luck in your deciding!*
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by hogfan 26 Apr 2010
+6
I have a Janome 350e and they work GREAT! in mine in fact I prefer it to nearly all other threads out there except my beloved ARC poly.
if you do experience any trouble just adjust your tension it does seem to take a much tighter tension than ARC.
the shine is great and so far (I have used it now for nearly a year)the durability is great also. and the new 50 colors are on sale right now.
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by simplyrosie 26 Apr 2010
+6
All 5 of my machines love it! I've NEVER had a problem with their embroidery and filled bobbin thread.
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by lindaavolio 26 Apr 2010
+6
I have a Baby Lock and it LOVES the Metro thread... good price...go for it!!!

Hugs
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by ksgram1 26 Apr 2010
+4
I have an Innov-is4000D and it loves Metro thread.
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by rtistic 26 Apr 2010
+5
LOVE THIS THREAD AND HAVE NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by shirlener88 26 Apr 2010
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My dear - it appears that you have your answer - but I just wanted to say - I use MetroEmb threads in my Babylock Ellegante2 and my Mother's Husqvarna Designer I and I have no trouble with either machine with these lovely threads. Thanks!
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by pennifold 26 Apr 2010
Sounds too good to be true Shirlene, I hope it is as good as everyone says.

Love Chris
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by linda8450 26 Apr 2010
+4
I recently ordered the BIG pack, and some pre-wound bobbins. I had never used them before, and I am thrilled. I have a Viking Diamond and it loves the thread and the sheen is outstanding. I mixed some of this new thread and some of my existing RA and Sulky on a project...what a difference! I love love love the sheen on the Metro and I had no problems with the pre-wound bobbins ( I was a little leary).
The colors are great, every subtle shade you might ever want. The only drawback I see is that the colors aren't named/numbered in a place that will remain with the spool. The little round label on the top of the spool is destroyed when you put in on the machine....I don't know how I would order a replacement color should I not want the whole kit again! Price is outstanding ( I took advantage of a great sale and had lots of fun color-coding my storage drawers). Just do it!
Linda
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by quail 26 Apr 2010
Dear linda8450,
I take the little color sticker off the top of the spool and restick it to the bottom...to the inside of the hole that would fit over your spindle. I can keep track of the colors that way.
by linda8450 27 Apr 2010
THANKS, I am usually more creative than on this one...so this is GREAT. I just turned one over and thought, hmmm, no room for marking...I am left handed and have the writing skills of a surgeon hehehe the sticker goes inside!
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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Thanks to all of you cuties! Must be good stuff - not a negative reply in the bunch so far. I think I will order the BIG pack like linda8450 - should be able to sew just about anything with 166 colors to chose from!
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by quail 26 Apr 2010
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Here is a picture of what I mean about keeping track of the Metro thread colors.
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by dlonnahawkins 26 Apr 2010
I do that also, but in addition, I mark the edge of the spool with the color number. That helps a lot.
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by maryanns66 26 Apr 2010
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I have the variegated threads from Metro and love them. The picture on the site shows them to appear dull, but they are just as vibrant as the solid colors.

I used a thin point sharpie to label mine and also stuck the sticker inside like quail shows with the exception of trimming off the top part.
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by iris2006 26 Apr 2010
+3
Love the Metro thread, In Europe we have to wait some weeks before we can use it but I have never had any problems.
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by dlonnahawkins 26 Apr 2010
+3
I have used Metro for about a year or so now, and have never really had any issues. There was a mix up with one order, but Metro sent the correction out right away. Just recently I was using a 5500 yd spool of one color, and it seemed to break a lot, but that is the only issue that I have had. I love the sheen in the threads, and such a good price, that I would buy again.
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by lcoste 26 Apr 2010
+3
I use it in my Viking SE. Fantastic deals. Never had a problem with them and every once in a while the will run a sale of .69 per spool. great price
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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by pcteddyb 26 Apr 2010
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Thanks for the answers - really appreciate all the comments from the Cuties. I just purchased all 166 colors they offer at a great price of just 107.90 + shipping (wanted to buy before their sale ends) - should be set to sew just about anything once it arrives!
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by 02kar 26 Apr 2010
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I am so glad that you asked the question because I was interested in the thread. I just have to use up all my Mediera and figure out how to make the color conversion from Merdiera to Metro. Thanks
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by pcteddyb 27 Apr 2010
Thanks for your reply! Everyone here at Cute is just so great so I thought this would be the place to ask for input.
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by pennifold 26 Apr 2010
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Dear "Teddy"

Not sure of your name so chose the cutest part of your avatar! I am so glad you asked that question.

This thread sounds like it is loved a lot and is used by quite a few ""cuties"". From what I've read here the thread seems to be of fantastic quality with a great range of colours and a high sheen. That's what you want when embroidering don't you?

Such a good price too for such a beautiful selection of colours and thanks to all who have commented about the range. I hope to have mine soon.

Love and blessings Chris
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by pcteddyb 27 Apr 2010
Thanks for your reply! Waiting for the mail man is going to be tough - can't wait for it to get here.

PS: Pcteddyb is because I like PC's and I make Teddy Bears (and collect them too).