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  • Re: Avoiding Loose Thread Spool Ends

    Love the Wonder Tape idea! I've been using strips of Glad Press-'n-Seal. It works, but after a few "un-wraps" it has to be replaced. Next time I'm in the big city, I'm getting some wonder tape! By the way, I store all my thread in one of those plastic stacking drawer units....
    Posted to Today's Top Tips (Forum) by lself1 on 05-31-2008

  • Re: Thread color charts

    There are so many different manufacurers and colors, it is hard to get a good color chart. Try this link, http://www.redrockthreads.com/mettler-thread/mettler-metrosene-thread.asp and you will find many color charts for many different makers. Remember that colors vary on computer screens and the site...
    Posted to Today's Top Tips (Forum) by pat71896 on 05-19-2008

  • Re: How long is thread good for

    Great answers and I know each thought is on the mark. There is not just one answer for your question. I have found that the use of silicon, I use a spray on type, does make a difference. Think in terms of what happens to fabric that is folded and laying around for a long time. The outside edges are really...
    Posted to Today's Top Tips (Forum) by pat71896 on 05-05-2008

  • Re: Thread Breaking in My Machine

    I think that thread breaking is a universal problem to which there are a multitude of answers, none of which is right or wrong. My suggestions are: Do use a thread stand and watch that the thread does not begin to twist. Thread, ater all, is just pieces of polyester, cotton, rayon, etc., spun together...
    Posted to Today's Top Tips (Forum) by pat71896 on 05-02-2008

  • Re: How long is thread good for

    I'm at the Community Circle in Orlando, and we've just shared your question with a roomful of embroiderers. There were many great answers. Hopefully someone will post one in this forum! Ann
    Posted to Today's Top Tips (Forum) by AnnTheGran on 04-04-2008
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