Sewing thread is available in a variety of labeled designs, mostly describing what the manufacturer thinks it should be used for. Those titles can be useful. But here’s more information, including a description of the sequel’s content and some good, and possibly bad, points about each.
Types of seeds
The whole purpose – This thread is woven from polyester cotton. The cotton gives it strength and the polyester gives it some stretch, which makes it a good choice for both hand and machine-sew and for any material, especially a blend. A few exceptions are really thick or hard upholstery fabrics, vinyl, leather.
Bobbin – intended for the bobbin of sewing machine, this thread is made of cotton, polyester, polyester cotton , or wire. The thread is very strong but also quite delicate and light, and a good choice for machine embroidery.
Embroidery – Usually made from rayon, this thread is suitable for machine embroidery; It didn’t work for regular sewing.
Heavy Duty/Upholstery – Designed for sewing upholstery and other heavy or tough fabrics, this thread is usually made of nylon. It’s one of the strongest of all the yarns available on the spindle. It is also thicker than other yarns.
Light/Extra Fine – Most finer yarns, these are great for lighter, finer, or sheer fabrics.
Metallic – There are two types of metallic wires. It is actually a combination of metal and plastic. It is very bright and the colors are intense. Another type is made of aluminum wire wrapped around a core. It is easier to use the first type, but both tend to be used to build up static electricity, so that they are unrolled from the spools (and if you want to rewound) before using them. If you want to use metallic thread for machine sewing or sewing, check the label carefully to make sure it is suitable for machine use.
Monofilament/Transparent Nylon – Colorless and very strong, this thread is a good choice when you need invisibility.
Quilting – Usually made from 100% cotton (as most quilted fabrics use), this thread is made to be lighter so it can easily reach through different layers of fabric and batting.
Serger – This thread tends to be thinner because it is usually used with three other spools. It comes in large cones, which regular sewing projects try to buy because they only have them in their yard. price But this is not really useful; one line will not be like a regular wire.
Topstitching or Buttonhole Twist – Thicker than some other types, this thread is good for (throwing) buttons and thicker fabrics, like denim. If you’re using a sewing machine, it’s good to increase the length of your stitch and decrease the tension.
Quality considerations
Even without considering the specifics, there is a wide variability when it comes to the price of the thread. If you only do a little hand sewing now and then – for the occasional repair or hem job – the price may not be an issue. But if you’re doing some serious sewing or quilting, it’s probably best to stay away from the “bargain-price” thread.
Cheaper yarn is usually not as densely spun as the more well-known brands. Then he is weaker and more prone to break. Even if it doesn’t break, it just might cause you to stop your machine much more often than you’d like.
What about womb bobbins?
You can now wind the bobbins. You won’t have the color selection you would have if you damaged the bobbins, but this can be a good choice, especially if you can make a sharp machine. Overwhelmed bobbins save time, and because they are wound by industrial machines – tighter and more evenly than a man could – They usually have a lot more thread than wound the bobbin on the line of the sewing machine.
Prewound bobbins are becoming very popular and, depending on your intended use, can be a good choice. Just be careful about the quality. If you find that the bobbin thread is breaking frequently or creating a lot of tangles, you may want to go back to your own winding bobbins.
A few final words
What can be overcome. To put it simply: If you’re just starting out, or if you don’t plan on doing a lot of sewing, stick to the thread for all intents and purposes. It comes in a wide selection of colors, and will meet your needs until – or until – you decide to get heavier or work on special projects.
