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Just like finding the right fabric and the right needle for your patterns, finding out what thread to use is an important step to moving from amateur sewist to smart seamstress. When you truly know your materials well, you can begin to master the art. When it comes to the art of sewing that means knowing your fabric and knowing the types of thread you should be using as you begin to explore more and more sewing projects is going to save you from creating projects to rip or fall apart. Knit…

In this article on the EasyToMake designs Blog, I write in detail about different types of hand embroidery threads and where these threads can be used. There are many types of yarns that are created for hand embroidery purposes. Your choice will depend on the fabric you use, the style of the embroidery, and the effect you want to achieve. Let’s see in detail what types of floss there are available and how to select the best thread for your project. Head to the Blog and learn more!

There are so many needle and thread options available that it's difficult to know which combination to use, especially for a quilter. As a general rule, the thicker the fabric, the larger the needle and heavier the thread needs to be. I tend to use the smallest needle that will accommodate my fabric and thread. A larger needle will make a larger hole that will compromise seams and quilting stitches. I've found that Coats & Clark is very suitable for most of my applications. However, Superior…

Learn about different sewing threads and what kind of thread to use for your project as well as answers to other common thread questions.

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Machine embroidery thread comes in a variety of colors, weights and fiber content. The three most common machine embroidery threads used are rayon, polyester, and cotton. Sometimes wool and silk are used in embroidery projects as are specialty threads. There are different types of weights of embroidery thread. Heavyweight embroidery thread can be used to… This post is only available to members.

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One of the most important steps to follow when sewing is choosing the right needle for your project. A wrong needle can leave holes in the fabric, snag it or skip stitches so let’s answer the two most common questions regarding sewing needles. What does that number mean? Let’s start by understanding the numbers on […]