Size of spool

[Sheagatzi]

When I go to order a large batch of thread, am I best to order the 5000m cones or the 1000m cones?   How do you figure it out, on average? Is there a formula?

 

 

[whitepinesquilter]

 I agree that Superior has good info on types and use.  Better than my guess and by golly! 

[srichardson]

Here is a chart that is on the Superior Thread website that gives you a rough idea of how much thread you will need.

 

http://www.superiorthreads.com/education/thread-education/how-much-thread-does-it-take-estimate-how-much-thread-you-will-need

[witha'K'quilting]

I buy the 5000m cones. Or superiors 3280 yd cones. I find the larger cone is the better value and can last through several quilts.

[carolinequilts]

I buy the large cones too.   

[GrandmaLKB]

I usually buy the larger cones unless it is a color I am not likely to use a lot.  

[Quilting Heidi]

I normally buy the large cones unless it is a color that I'm not sure I'll use a lot of.  

[Sheagatzi]

Thank you...that chart is really handy, I haven't seen it before.   :-)

[zeke]

Yes, cones of 3000 yds or more is the better value.  They will normally last many quilts.  Regards, zeke...........

[pumpkinpatchquilter]

Same here as everyone else, I usually buy the larger 5000m cones if I can get them...or 2000-3000 from places like Superior.  I know some have suggested buying smaller cones of less used colors...but I'm always afraid of running out.  Depending on the amount of quilting I'm doing I use different amounts of thread for each project.