Gator Posted November 5, 2015 Report Share Posted November 5, 2015 As you know, I've been away for sometime but back at it now. I'm getting ready to do a large quilt but want to use variegated thread, I tried Superior Rainbows before I quit quilting but didn't like it much for my Gator (Millie). I'm totally sold on Fil-Tech but haven't tried their variegated threads. Have you tried either of their two types of variegated? Which variegated threads worked best on your machines and what type of bobbin thread did you use with it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbams Posted November 5, 2015 Report Share Posted November 5, 2015 I'll be interested in seeing responses to this, too. I was using King Tut, but had some issues with it the last time I used it - probably because I was thinking how lucky I was that I hadn't had any issues with it before. I bought some YLI variegated thread yesterday, so I hope it gets good comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMALKB Posted November 5, 2015 Report Share Posted November 5, 2015 I like Superior's So Fine # 40 and Fantastico threads...............Rainbow didn't work for me either, nor does King Tut..............I use So Fine #40 a lot...........good variety of colors, short distance between color changes.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbams Posted November 5, 2015 Report Share Posted November 5, 2015 I have also used So Fine with good results. Bought the YLI at a LQS yesterday because So Fine didn't have the colors I wanted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gator Posted November 5, 2015 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2015 I forgot So Fine now comes variegated, interesting. BTW, Rainbow runs great on my multi-needle embroidery machines. Still interested if anyone has tried the Fil-Tech/Bobbin Central variegated threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zora Posted November 5, 2015 Report Share Posted November 5, 2015 Yes, I have used them. They ran fine, mostly. Far less picky than Rainbows, but has the sheen. Some colors break, some don't. I have fewer issues with Superior Fantastico and use that exclusively now over the Glide threads. I run nearly everything with FilTech Magnetic classic poly bobbins..the weight of Bottom Line, but magnetic cores. I will say that I threw away a cone of Glide variegated because it became a tangled rats nest after the first use that I could not unravel when the thread sagged on the cone. I store my threads in thread bags, so no idea how this happened just sitting in the drawer but it did. That particular cone was very picky and broke a lot despite thread lube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted November 5, 2015 Report Share Posted November 5, 2015 Connie I don't really have any help for you on variegated threads, I rarely use them. I have some Rainbows, Kingtut and poly quilter (don't think they even make that any more). I just don't usually go for a variegated thread. I did want to say it is great to have to back! I hope you are enjoying your new location/job and spending time with your family! I also hope your winter is not as bad as last winter was! I'm enjoying Nov. so far in the northeast! It was 72 today :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleyl Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 I use So a Fine variegated a lot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JBQuilts Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 I don't have any recs because I can use any thread on my Lenni except metro. I can use it, but it requires a lot of tweeking and some(most) time I just don't care to be bothered. With that said, I have found so fine's variegated colors to be the same as tuts, and most people can use so fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cagey Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 I have used both Aurifil and Madeira variegated thread without difficulties. I wind my own bobbins. I like to use variegated thread, when I have a quilt top with a great deal of color changes. Your quilting tends to pop out at times, and then it blends in and can barely be seen at others. It can really pop on the back of the quilt depending on the fabric color on that side. Cagey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Busy Quilting Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 I use Filtecs Affinity put a wrap of Hugos Amazing Tape loosely around the bottom. I don't needto change myvtension from what I use for Glide threads. So Fone 50 and 40 work with no problems and little tension adjustments from the Glide threads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamu Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 I have used the Filtec variegated with the mag bobbins. The one cone I used I didn't like at all, kept breaking and didn't show as nicely as Lava does. I'm not sure I will try another since I had so many issues with the first one. I sure wish Superior had not gotten rid of their Lava line as I really liked that thread. The Rainbows takes alot of extra care for me to use and the Fantastico has issues with my machine. I have not tried the Sew Fine variegated yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gail O Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 I use Wonderfil Tutti 50wt cotton variegated and Silco 35 wt cotton variegated, on my Millie, and love them both. I mostly use magnetic core bobbins - don't match top and bottom thread. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMALKB Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 I liked the Lava line, too.............So Fine #40 is very similar.............I have a cone of each kind next to each other on my thread rack and can't tell much difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NollR Posted November 6, 2015 Report Share Posted November 6, 2015 I have used Fil-Tec's Affinity threads alot and LOVE them! They're are good as their Glide threads with VERY LITTLE breakage. With these I usually use Fil-Tec's pre-wound 60 weight poly threads, unless there is a color my customer wants and this doesn't come in. Then I use the Magna-Glide delights and occasionally Superior Bottom Line. The only negative thing is that even though they have added colors over the years, there isn't a huge selection as Rainbows have. I love Rainbows threads also but they can get "finicky", but sometimes I just can't find the Affinity color I need. i absoluetly love Fil-Tecs threads and use them ALOT in my long arm business. hope this helps!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyonut2run Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 I use YLI varigated with the same thread I'm the bobbin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Judy Ingram Posted November 7, 2015 Report Share Posted November 7, 2015 My Millie likes Isacord variegated on top with Bottom Line in the bobbin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pepsi Girl Posted November 8, 2015 Report Share Posted November 8, 2015 I agree with Roseann, love to use Fil-Tec Affinity and it is just as good as Glide, which I also love. I wind my own bobbins so I use Affinity in the bobbin as well. As a matter a fact I'm have it on Gabby right now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted November 8, 2015 Report Share Posted November 8, 2015 Use Signature variegated on our Millie with no issues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primitive1 Posted November 18, 2015 Report Share Posted November 18, 2015 I have been trying to use Superior Rainbow thread on a quilt that just keeps breaking! So frustrating but too far into the panto to start ripping it out and use something else....this will be my last rainbows thread as my millie does not seem to like it.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quilting Heidi Posted November 18, 2015 Report Share Posted November 18, 2015 I have been trying to use Superior Rainbow thread on a quilt that just keeps breaking! So frustrating but too far into the panto to start ripping it out and use something else....this will be my last rainbows thread as my millie does not seem to like it.... Vicki try adding some thread lubrication, LOL can't think of the name of that stuff. You can use just mineral oil too. It should stop the breaks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cagey Posted November 18, 2015 Report Share Posted November 18, 2015 Dr. Thread says; Use proper needle; https://vw-superiorthreads.storage.googleapis.com/docs/longarm-reference-guide.pdf Check. If still and issue, run the tree guide. https://vw-superiorthreads.storage.googleapis.com/docs/troubleshooting-guide.pdf Hopefully this helps. Cagey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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