tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post7276873575949083802..comments2024-03-25T12:02:32.902-04:00Comments on liza jane sews: On Threadliza janehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16916364137307894200noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-50097700413139094202012-11-11T22:58:35.931-05:002012-11-11T22:58:35.931-05:00Yes the quality of thread is important. I always u...Yes the quality of thread is important. I always use gutterman or mettler as a second choice. I only use cheap thread for tailors tacks or basting. Cheap thread can ruin your machine. This can also be an issue with overlockers, so be careful what you use. A rule of thumb is you should use the best you can afford. We don't have coats and clark in Australia so I can't comment on its quality. There was a Threads article a while ago on this subject. You should also use different types of thread for different fabric; polyester is fine for most fashion fabrics but there are times when you should use a different type of thread.Ingridhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10866590073747735097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-15478576008477536292012-11-06T14:02:48.901-05:002012-11-06T14:02:48.901-05:00I am so happy to find someone else who thinks that...I am so happy to find someone else who thinks that thread matters. I mostly use Coats & Clark because that's what's available. About two decades ago a fabric store that I shopped at had Molnlyke polyester thread and I noticed the difference. It's a good, strong thread that doesn't tangle or get knots in it as badly as other threads and it simply looks and feels like higher quality thread. Unfortunately that store stopped carrying that brand and I can't find it anywhere. Another thing about Molnlyke is the spools - the cores of the spools are smaller so you get more thread on a smaller spool. A 300 yard spool of Molnlyke is just barely larger than a 135 yard spool of Coats & Clark. Because of this some people thought that it was more expensive than it actually was. Lynnhttp://www.lynnspace.com/blog/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-17779921695868210512012-11-05T10:58:21.066-05:002012-11-05T10:58:21.066-05:00I've always bought gutterman but, as I don'...I've always bought gutterman but, as I don't have a serger, use the same thread for sewing and zigzagging my raw edges. Do other non-serger owners do this, or do you use a lower grade thread for finishing edges and save the good stuff for where it matters?The Rented Gardenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13630566138861965353noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-2638245070758975552012-10-25T20:16:21.636-04:002012-10-25T20:16:21.636-04:00I think you have to use whatever your machine and ...I think you have to use whatever your machine and end products like. My old Necchi did great with CC but had such difficult time with Heavy CC. I use Aurifil and currently bought Isacord love them both.Nancy@owensoliviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09151925593548938961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-51362855449756777232012-10-25T20:13:24.349-04:002012-10-25T20:13:24.349-04:00I also had a video on that post that shows you how...I also had a video on that post that shows you how to test your thread because it supposedly has a shelf life.Nancy@owensoliviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09151925593548938961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-15398598003007272502012-10-25T11:28:53.604-04:002012-10-25T11:28:53.604-04:00Eh, I've never had any C&C thread break an...Eh, I've never had any C&C thread break and ruin a garment (unless I've sewn the seam too tightly and the thread breaks when I stretch it over my head or whatever--not the thread's fault). And I wear clothes for years and years and only started occasionally using Gutterman in the past couple years. That said, the Cleaner's Supply website has Gutterman for so cheap that as long as you don't need a specific color that day it's worth it to buy online. They'll send a color chart for free.The Slapdash Sewisthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11668474749166329852noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-87342172863929438012012-10-24T12:06:00.686-04:002012-10-24T12:06:00.686-04:00I am a cotton thread girl all the way. But never C...I am a cotton thread girl all the way. But never C&C. I buy quilting thread, in the larger spools. Was taught when I learned to sew that cotton was always better, especially with cotton or wool fabric (which is all I sew with) as it melds and stretches with the fabric instead of tearing it. Have tried poly occasionally but my prejudices are ingrained and I always find some fault with the poly.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-37206717740550326112012-10-23T13:09:30.195-04:002012-10-23T13:09:30.195-04:00When I bought my new machine in February, the man ...When I bought my new machine in February, the man in the shop said that if I had thread tension issues, it was most likely bad thread. He even mentioned the box of random spools of thread that most of us have (I have three! They came from my Granny). And, you know what? He was right!! I recently dived into one of my three boxes for some taupe thread, because I had forgotten to buy some - and it was rubbish! It was slightly thicker than normal, and curled a bit when I pulled it through the needle. Also it skipped a few stitches here and there by not picking up the odd stitch from the bobbin. I took great pleasure it throwing it in the bin! Lesson learnt, and it's Guttermann all the way for me! :)Lynnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01891063381064955827noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-36173068698528043182012-10-23T11:21:13.043-04:002012-10-23T11:21:13.043-04:00When I bought my sewing machine, the women at the ...When I bought my sewing machine, the women at the shop told me I pretty much had to use Gutterman. I didn't question them, being such a beginner! I guess science has proven them right! I use cotton for most projects because I want the option to dye my handmade clothes (which are also made of natural fibers) different colors. (Polyester doesn't absorb dye in the same way.) I usually don't, but somehow I feel better knowing I have the option!Crab and Beehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13392731276180198699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-57455610769036784942012-10-22T20:04:40.252-04:002012-10-22T20:04:40.252-04:00Ooh, interesting question! I use Gutermann-- I al...Ooh, interesting question! I use Gutermann-- I always figured if it only costs about $1 more, but it means I can wear something for another year or two, why not? I use poly thread because I've heard that cotton thread can shrink and cause puckering, although I've never put this to the test. Anyone know if that's true?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-87469738952073780712012-10-22T14:15:06.874-04:002012-10-22T14:15:06.874-04:00I use Guttermann. We are not even allow to used Du...I use Guttermann. We are not even allow to used Duly Duty thread at my school. The lint from the thread is not good on the machines, we were told.SewTellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14880484146053394099noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-60536453396378683032012-10-22T07:20:15.797-04:002012-10-22T07:20:15.797-04:00Haha! They are sleeker! ;)Haha! They are sleeker! ;)liza janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16916364137307894200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-50340514171859158102012-10-22T07:19:26.137-04:002012-10-22T07:19:26.137-04:00Now that is interesting! I wonder if different co...Now that is interesting! I wonder if different colors are affecting by the dye. I have noticed a few spools that seemed thinner than others. Maybe they were purples... can't remember.liza janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16916364137307894200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-27227395618433689142012-10-22T07:18:27.864-04:002012-10-22T07:18:27.864-04:00Fun fact about quilting and cotton thread, thanks!...Fun fact about quilting and cotton thread, thanks! I've never used anything but C and C in my machine, so I'll be interested to see how it handles the spool.liza janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16916364137307894200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-24663745302575777122012-10-22T07:15:59.420-04:002012-10-22T07:15:59.420-04:00I agree! I find myself not sewing quite as much i...I agree! I find myself not sewing quite as much in terms of volume as I did before. When I do sew, I prefer to spend more time and use better quality materials. Its makes a difference.liza janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16916364137307894200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-46769497012160621322012-10-22T07:14:50.007-04:002012-10-22T07:14:50.007-04:00It pains me to know end that cheap thread screws u...It pains me to know end that cheap thread screws up projects....can I not cut corners anywhere? At least now I have something to blame for my failings.....I usually use guterman, except when I don't. And I've never given it too much thought. Though I probably should!Suzannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04942455468832787000noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-48820786512930819132012-10-22T07:14:48.930-04:002012-10-22T07:14:48.930-04:00That thought did cross my mind-- why is this perso...That thought did cross my mind-- why is this person giving away so much thread?! Good to know that poly is better for dressmaking. I've always thought cotton thread seemed less durable but wasn't sure.liza janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16916364137307894200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-46024349519757591922012-10-22T07:14:04.469-04:002012-10-22T07:14:04.469-04:00I use Guttermann, but I have to be honest. I star...I use Guttermann, but I have to be honest. I started using it because it liked the way the skinny spools looked vs. the fatter ones from other threads. I didn't realize it was a better quality. I just liked the way it looked on my shelf. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-56891913766296849132012-10-22T07:12:54.226-04:002012-10-22T07:12:54.226-04:00Well this is comforting! I never really got the f...Well this is comforting! I never really got the feel of "this is cheap thread" when using C and C. But it IS so much cheaper than some of the other brands that are considered "nice thread." Anyway, if it's good enough for Debbie Cook, it's good enough for me! :)liza janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16916364137307894200noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-12128313128949773162012-10-22T05:04:43.589-04:002012-10-22T05:04:43.589-04:00Gutermann all the way! I only use the cheaper Birc...Gutermann all the way! I only use the cheaper Birch brand thread for the overlocker. Actually, I don't think I've ever noticed any other brand of sewing thread. I always just get Gutermann. Never had a problem. I too notice that the more I sew, the better quality and more expensive fabric I use. I don't want to waste my precious time sewing the cheap and nasty... Sew Brunswickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10167866720561094379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-19011671898099457692012-10-22T03:49:28.962-04:002012-10-22T03:49:28.962-04:00I also favor Gutermann. I have a lot of Coats&...I also favor Gutermann. I have a lot of Coats&Clark, but I have started using that mainly for muslins or if I am desperate for a color match. I found that while my machine tolerates C&C, it does much better with the Gutermann threads. With C&C I found the thread broke too often and caused all sorts of headaches (and, oddly, some colors were worse than others - like purples. All purples, not just one particular spool. Perhaps due to the dye process?). Anyway, I use mostly 100% poly all-purpose thread, but I have been known to use silk thread, or heavy-duty thread for top stitching as well. Not a super fan of cotton thread - it seems like it is more likely to decay and break after wear and contact with body oils.T. Sedaihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09684101466551796470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-71600545537342277842012-10-22T03:33:04.435-04:002012-10-22T03:33:04.435-04:00Mettler is my favorite, but I like Gutermann as we...Mettler is my favorite, but I like Gutermann as well. 100% poly for me. I use 100% cotton for quilting projects (the idea is that the thread will break before it tears your thread!) Oddly, I have an older machine (Singer 500A from the 60s) in addition to my bernina, and it insists on Coats and Clark! I think it's because it doesn't like the tall spools of the Mettler and Gutterman.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-75780913480832849062012-10-22T02:56:49.000-04:002012-10-22T02:56:49.000-04:00I always use Guterman. Mostly Guterman's all ...I always use Guterman. Mostly Guterman's all purpose polyester. Sometimes Guterman's silk thread. Coats and Clarks breaks too often for me. Interesting to visually see why. Thanks for sharing!<br />Karinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06551387452771116176noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-36624862809983704692012-10-22T02:20:04.718-04:002012-10-22T02:20:04.718-04:00I'm a Guterman girl as well. I do have the re...I'm a Guterman girl as well. I do have the remains of one spool of Coats and Clark and I hate it. It frays and breaks in my machine as I'm sewing, which Gutermans never does. Sam https://www.blogger.com/profile/12854866475645268162noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6560246728115023530.post-68204559872693027562012-10-21T22:43:29.748-04:002012-10-21T22:43:29.748-04:00excellent info, thanks for the link to that post. ...excellent info, thanks for the link to that post. i'll admit i tend to go for the cheap stuff, but i know it can snag the more delicate fabrics. i may have to change my ways...lisa g.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09891757600316953288noreply@blogger.com