That bad to use all purpose polyester thread on a quilt?

There's no question that cotton is better, and I love the look and feel of an all cotton quilt, including batting and thread. If you use polyester, the thread will be less resistant to heat (my iron gets hot enough that this is an actual concern) and your quilt won't shrink and pucker the …

CouponFollow Extension

FAQs about That bad to use all purpose polyester thread on a quilt? Coupon?

Is polyester thread good for quilting?

The modern polyester thread is, in fact, an ideal thread for quilting. It is best to use when you are working on a quilt that will go through hundreds of washings in its lifetime. Polyester threads hold up better than cotton threads, making your quilt more durable. Can I use polyester thread on cotton fabric? ...

Is polyester thread better than cotton?

Past advice has been to stick with cotton thread when sewing or quilting cotton fabrics, but new polyester threads are engineered to work around the previous objections to the fiber. They often look like cotton, and although they often have a greater break strength, modern polyester threads won't wear through your cotton fabrics. Rayon? Metallic? ...

Can polyester thread tear a quilt?

It's a common misconception that polyester thread can tear a quilt. While strong polyester thread might wear down cotton fibers under extreme usage, so does a strong glazed cotton thread. Soft non-glazed thread won't tear through fabric under normal use. ...

Can polyester thread rip the fabric of a quilt?

The polyester thread did not cut on the cotton fabric even after more than 50 years. So, there is no valid proof that polyester thread can rip the fabric of a quilt. The polyester thread makes the quilt even more sturdy and long-lasting. When thread manufacturers introduced polyester thread, there were microscopic sharp edges. ...

What thread should I use for quilting?

If you choose cotton thread, look for a long-staple, Egyptian cotton. Long staple thread is typically less “linty” and runs more smoothly through the needle’s eye. When polyester thread first appeared over two decades ago, quilters stayed away from it because of its potential to cut through quilting fabric. ...

When should polyester thread be used?

Polyester thread is the first choice for anything used outdoors on a regular basis due to its natural UV resistance. It can be used anywhere nylon thread is used, as it looks, feels, and performs similarly. ...