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How do you know when thread is to old?
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terriweistra
11 Mar 2012
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I think if it snaps and frays a lot. I was told to put my thread (that was behaving badly) into the fridge and it really works.
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Does it really work!,,,, how long do you leave it in there
A couple of hours :) I also keep my thread in closed containers so they are not exposed to light
Thank you, I will start to look after my thread better
I think you are right Terri - I keep mine in a closed cupboard as I am sure that the light affects them.
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Yes it it breaks too easily!
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Sometimes it is better to throw the outer layer of the spool of thread away, but maybe the inner layers of thread are okay.
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I found this answer:
Thread does have a shelf life and if it is exposed to air or light for too long, it can get brittle. There really is no official way to tell if your thread has past its shelf life so one way to test your thread is to take a piece about 8" long, tie it into a knot in the middle and then give it a gentle tug on both ends. If the thread breaks, it is time to get a new spool.
Thread does have a shelf life and if it is exposed to air or light for too long, it can get brittle. There really is no official way to tell if your thread has past its shelf life so one way to test your thread is to take a piece about 8" long, tie it into a knot in the middle and then give it a gentle tug on both ends. If the thread breaks, it is time to get a new spool.
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When I first started out I had all my thread on racks hung on the wall. It was great to be able to see them at a glance. However, they were always exposed. I had read someplace that it wasn't good for the thread. So I placed them in plastic bins purschased from Walmart by colors ranges.
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I've always kept my thread in compartmental draws (in colour lots)
I never really thought about it's life expectancy before... but I've had some of my embroidery threads for 15-20 years & they still work fine. so keeping them in draws must wo
I never really thought about it's life expectancy before... but I've had some of my embroidery threads for 15-20 years & they still work fine. so keeping them in draws must wo
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juanitadenney
13 Mar 2012
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Thanks for asking this question because I have also wondered this. Every year that passes my unused thread is another year older and I really hate throwing it away because some colors you just need a little so it last forever.
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Reminds me of when they use to say put nylon stocking in freezer and they wouldn't run as easily. Of course that was before most of you were born. LOL I pick up thread from time to time at yrd sales and as bev says if I give it a little jerk and it snaps real easy, I do not want it. /Lillian
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Lillian - I can remember my mother taking her much prized nylon stockings to be mended at the dry cleaners when they had a run. I think I am giving my age away. LOL
I remember taking my own...
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I don't remember where I read this but a thread expert stated that thread should last longer than the fabric if it is properly stored. If I can find the link I will post it. Carol
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shirley124
16 Mar 2012
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It frays and breaks. I found this out the other day after reading your question.
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well I definately will put some of my old thread in the freezer!!! That's a great tip terri, you just saves us a bundle! Hugs & ***** to ALL, Loralye
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blueeyedblonde
16 Mar 2012
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I have some regular sewing thread that I've had for just over 30 yrs. and it is still fine! I have a small old metal cabinet (about 1 ft. square and about 3ft. high - the top ft. has a top that lifts up and then there are 6 small drawers below that) and I kept my thread in the drawers, so keeping it in there must have worked!
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Don't know how the plastic containers are going to keep my emb. thread as I haven't had them all that long as I only started M.E. a couple yrs. ago.
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Here's an interesting video regarding thread storage and shelf life-
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http://www.superiorthreads.com/videos/what-is-the-shelf-life-of-thread/
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