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metallic. What brands do you recommend and where to purchase for best prices. Appreciate your help
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211079✽
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shirlener88
03 Aug 2010
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Yippie, so happy you received your order and it worked on your machine - that is super. I have been buying metallic thread from the Embroidery Store for almost 7 years and Ih ave never had the troulbe that I have heard from others with Metallic Thread - I use a thread stand and a net - perhaps that is the key for me. 1-800-504-9757
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Metallic Thread
www.embstore.com
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Thanks, I'll check it out.
My dealer told me that with metallic it's wise to go for the better (and pricier) ones, because here quality counts - less breakage, less trouble.
Also use special metallic needles.
That is how I look at it as well - get a good brand you will not have as much trouble - less time working with it.
Thanks for all of the tips
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I'm glad that you like the Metro thread. It works great on my Brother Quatro. Have fun shopping. With all of the colors that are available, it's hard to choose. Barb
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Thanks
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So glad to hear this . Like you I have been concerned after the previous post. Yesterday morning I ordered a few to check them out , before I place a larger order. * Nancy
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Nancy, that is always the best way to do it - get a couple spools - if you like it - order a larger quanity. Threads and machines - are very different.
I want to order the boxed sets because they are cheaper, but I too wanted to make sure it worked. The boxed sets were out until Aug. I'm thinking that would be a great Christmas present for hubby to buy me.
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honeychyle
03 Aug 2010
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I'm happy you lke the Metro thread. I've never had a problem with it and love the colors!
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Yes, they have nice colors.
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by
lindaavolio
03 Aug 2010
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Hi Teri,
I love the Metro thread also...and so does my Baby Lock machine...
I haven't tried the metallic thread yet...maybe for Christmas.
Hugs
Linda
I love the Metro thread also...and so does my Baby Lock machine...
I haven't tried the metallic thread yet...maybe for Christmas.
Hugs
Linda
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I'm thinking the same too.
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I have Sulky (purchased @ Hobby Lobby) and Gutermann (purchased @ Joann's). I have no problems with the Gutermann. I have a few problems with the Sulky. In all fairness to the Sulky those spools are only 110 yds so being wound onto a smaller spool logically causes more kinks. The Gutermann is 547 yds, so less curling. I would recommend you purchase your first metallic at a store and get the feel for it. I use very little metallics in my embroideries so a lot is not necessary.
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The teacher from a class I've taken mentioned that Sulky threads weren't as color fast, they faded with washings. Have you noticed that?
I do not use a lot of Sulky for regular embroideries, I use metro primarily. Followed by Gutermann and RA. As far as "fading" of thread I would not pinpoint Sulky brand, I would focus on type of thread Rayon, Cotton, Polyester. Polyester does not fade the other 2 do. Maybe you should speak more in depth with the teacher about this.
I use Sulky pretty much exclusively since that's what is available locally and I haven't had the problem so far. I've washed some shirts and capris several times.
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I've tried a few different brands of metallic threads, and found Superior brand to work the best for me. It doesn't break or twist, like the other brands did, so maybe that's why I like it so much. I've not tried any of the Metro threads. If I see it in a local store, I'll give that one a try as well.
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When you find the one you like it is good to stick with it. I appreciate all of you helping me find the right threads, needles, and stabalizer. You are great
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I like the metro thread......yes I have all the colors. Nice sheen.
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for me metro is one of the best and the price is right...bad part is that they are in Texas, so I have to pay taxes.***
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by
quiltingqueen
03 Aug 2010
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I love my Metro thread! I live in Canada so had to pay a bit extra, but not that much since the exchange rate is good right now. I just bought the mini spools (1000 meters) and got the basic color package of 66 spools. I remember being all giddy when it arrieved - LOL!