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Posted by Kate XXXXXX on October 11, 2009, 2:16 pm
Pati, in Phx wrote:
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> Check the label on the spool/cone. It should have a needle size and
> type recommendation. <G> Bob Purcell, of Superior Threads usually
> recommends using a topstitching needle. Tut is a heavier thread,
> definitely not for piecing, but great for quilting and decorative use.
> You may need to slightly loosen your tension too.
Yes, this one says Jeans/size 90 or similar... I have suitable needles. :)
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> The Aurifil I use most of the time is 50 wt. so is fairly fine. But
> Aurifil does make other sizes and types of thread. I know they have a
> wool thread and "bigger" threads too. The key is the color of the
> spool/spindle. <G> (Orange is the 50 wt, can't remember the others off
> hand.)
Yes, that ordange spool fine thread is the one I have. Lovely stuff.
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> BTW, for many thread questions there is a lot of information at the
> Superior Threads website.... check under the education tab. You can
> actually go into information overload there if you aren't careful.
<Takes peep... OOK!>
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> Have fun,
> Pati, in Phx One of my favorite colors of King Tut is "Old Giza"....
> the name is great and so is the color combo.
Oh, I will :) I love the thread and may just look at it a while before
a suitable quilt asks for it. :)
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