Lisa Crowley Posted January 13, 2011 Report Share Posted January 13, 2011 Does anyone have any advice for using metallic thread? I am new at long-arm quilting and am a little nervous about using it. It seems to be a bit stretchy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PattyJo Posted January 13, 2011 Report Share Posted January 13, 2011 When I've used metallic thread, I use lots of "Sewers Aid" (silicone liquid lubricant) on the spool. You can find it at Joann's or your Local Quilt Shop. Put several (4 or 5) stripes of liquid down the spool and I also use a bit of batting folded in the big eye above your spool holder and I put quite a bit in the batting so that the thread is coated with the silicone. And don't make the mistake that I made by buying a cheap brand. In my opinion, the best metallic for our machines is from Superior. I hope that helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaildrake Posted January 14, 2011 Report Share Posted January 14, 2011 Lisa; I just got a newsletter from Superior Thread and they have a 10,000 yard spool on sale and it's a great buy if your interested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Linda S Posted January 14, 2011 Report Share Posted January 14, 2011 I just use a longer stitch length (maybe 8 or 9) and go slower than I usually would. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted January 14, 2011 Report Share Posted January 14, 2011 I don't have any problems running superior metalic. I do only go through 1 hole in the pigtail before the tension disk and if I get too much breakage I'll use sewers aid on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corey Posted January 14, 2011 Report Share Posted January 14, 2011 Superior thread is the best metallic I have ever used. Corey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliagraves Posted January 14, 2011 Report Share Posted January 14, 2011 All suggestions are spot on. In addition, loosen the tension a lot. Metallic usually breaks because the tension is too tight or the needle gets hot and melts the thread. You can also use a larger eye needle. I love Superior thread. Julia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa Crowley Posted January 15, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2011 Thanks to everyone for your advice. I do have a spool of Superior and I have been told it's the best metallic. I also find the extra little tips very helpful, I am prepared for any tension problems that may arise. Thank you so much, Lisa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bekah Posted January 15, 2011 Report Share Posted January 15, 2011 Lisa, I just used metallic for the first time over Christmas and I had no trouble at all with it. I just loosened the tension a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valerie Posted February 16, 2011 Report Share Posted February 16, 2011 I've only used metallic thread twice. The first time it worked like a charm and I was thrilled with the look. The second time I could not get it to work for me. I had lots of loops on the back and just couldn't get the tension right. What does everyone use for the bobbin thread? I thought that maybe that was my problem, I used Bottom Line and the metallic thread I have is from Superior. I'd love to be able to use it again. Thanks for any input and suggestions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiltlover03 Posted February 16, 2011 Report Share Posted February 16, 2011 I used Wonderfil metallic on two Quilts before Christmas, loosened tension on top, only one hole in the guide just above the tension disk, and bottom line....worked like a charm...oh you gotta go slow! no easy thing for me.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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