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Posted by Pogonip on February 9, 2008, 11:27 pm
offkilterquilter wrote:
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> I'm honestly still not 100% sure about an embroidery machine, though I
> know it will allow me to expand a bit. The whole "needs specific
> threads" issue that has been brought up with some of the machines is a
> HUGE turn off for me. I do know that I want one that I can connect to
> the computer for designs and preferably one that doesn't take thread
> that will cost an arm and a leg per spool...other than that, who knows.
Don't overstress about the thread. I know someone who has used any
thread he can get his hands on, including cones of serger thread, and he
always does beautiful work. Different threads will give a different
effect. I favor polyester thread, Sylko brand, which is not all that
expensive unless I were to decide I need one of each color, which I
don't. I tend to buy basic colors then a few specific shades for a
specific job. Buying mini-cones, I always have a lot left, so I built
up my "collection" that way.
I don't much care for rayon thread, though I have some, because it's a
lot weaker and some isn't color-fast. I don't want colors running and I
wash everything, so the rayon is just for things that aren't going to be
washed.
Even stabilizers don't have to break the bank. Hospital laundry bags
are great wash-away stabilizer. I've also used Saran wrap, though that
doesn't wash out. Adding machine tape picked up in a thrift store. I
picked up a roll of organza type fabric in a thrift store - it's 3 or 4
inches wide and I've used it for a lot of things, including small bags
to hold home-made soap. It's great stabilizer for embroidery, and the
roll will last me years.
--
Joanne
stitches @ singerlady.reno.nv.us.earth.milky-way.com
http://members.tripod.com/~bernardschopen/
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