However, its important to look at thread quality. Appreciate your help. If Gutermann was a bad thread, it would not be highly regarded in England. A big part of this question should also be about whats available. Gutermann Sew-All and Coats and Clark XP: Gutermann Sew-All thread is the most popular thread that we sell. Thread comparison chart - Missouri Star's Quilt Community It also might be messing things up if you have a different thread in your bobbin. Is there a thread that doesnt break? Walking down the thread aisle, youll find yourself surrounded by many wonderful options, especially at Manhattan Wardrobe Supply. I now have a machine the works and no matter what thread I use it stays threaded. From the Editor: Great advice, Betty! Thanks, I was quilting along and Suddenly my tension was Off! Gutermann Topstitch Thread is a strong 100% polyester thread that has a high luster. How to Buy the Right Thread for Your Sewing Machine and Sew Clothes Thanks for the great info SuzY! When storing your metallic threads, be sure to place them upright and away from heat and light. Can be used for most fabric. The topic of thread has been on my mind lately. ( the part about weight !!) Coats clark yarn - Etsy Belgi The 30 wt Gutermann Quilting thread is fine, yet strong. Have you heard this from your technician too? Having read this I thought it was extremely enlightening. You may find that choosing a thinner thread, such as 40 wt. thread. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. for quilt piecing , Aurifil, Superior Masterpiece sometimes Gutterman What type of thread for needle turn app and single or double thread? These are the two brands I bought when I started to sew and they are the brands I still buy today. She is a professional dressmaker (wedding dresses and such like), of about 40 odd years so has seen the difference, I suppose, over the years. Personally, Im a Gutermann Girl all the way. 50 8890 DARK BROWN 182 7360 SPARK GOLD 404N 9278 NEON ORANGE. Its possible that the poly-coated thread is coated in a durable resin, which can be really great if you are sewing with upholstery fabric. Mettler is the best, and I buy it at CTH, too. Ive never had trouble with Coates, either. Thread By Brand - Sewing Thread Brands - WAWAK Sewing Supplies It is a staple of my notions pile. The serger store said the fabric store gutermann is made in China vs gutermann mara is actually made in Germany and is higher quality. Which is better for handquilting, 12 wt or 40 wt. Its a slightly thicker thread and shouldnt break as easily. Today I just pulled the thread from the spool and noticed weak spots in the thread about an inch long. These threads are polyester or a poly/cotton blend. Coats & Clark Dual Duty XP All Purpose Thread, 500yards, 3 Black Spools #900. Sewing Thread Part II: The Best Quality Sewing Thread However, it is recommended that you choose a higher quality 50 wt. 100% Natural Mercerized Cotton. Most importantly, imagine the possibilities. Coats & Clark Sewing Thread Company - The Spruce Crafts True there are several reasons threads will break but something is wrong with the Gutermann thread being sold in the US and maybe other countries.