{"id":24246,"date":"2022-12-10T13:42:47","date_gmt":"2022-12-10T18:42:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=24246"},"modified":"2022-12-10T13:42:50","modified_gmt":"2022-12-10T18:42:50","slug":"of-threads-and-more-sewing-threads","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/of-threads-and-more-sewing-threads\/","title":{"rendered":"Of Threads And More Sewing Threads"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads.jpg\" alt=\"sewing threads\" class=\"wp-image-24247 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads-100x150.jpg 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 735px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 735\/1102;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads.jpg\" alt=\"sewing threads\" class=\"wp-image-24247\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/Of-Threads-and-More-Threads-100x150.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A good sewist should know her or his sewing thread. Whether sewing by hand or by machine,&nbsp;this means you should be able to determine the right quality of thread for each of your sewing projects. A&nbsp;good quality sewing thread generally translates to a better sewing experience because it will not break or tangle easily. This is especially true if you sew frequently, and until the wee hours of the morning like I do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fortunately, quality thread need not always be the most expensive brand in the market. There are relatively inexpensive threads that are as good as the pricey ones. The trick is to know how to determine thread quality. So here\u2019s how to do it: Inspect a strand of thread by holding it up to a bright light and then inspect how much lint or fray is deviating from it. A high quality thread should only have a few fibers deviating from the main strand and should be tightly bound together. A thread is not like a piece of steel wire, so it will always have some loose fibers but the less there are, usually the higher the quality of your thread.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-24255 size-large\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/thread-fibres.jpeg\" alt=\"sewing thread fibres\" class=\"wp-image-24255 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/thread-fibres.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/thread-fibres-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/thread-fibres-150x100.jpeg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/thread-fibres.jpeg\" alt=\"sewing thread fibres\" class=\"wp-image-24255\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/thread-fibres.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/thread-fibres-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/thread-fibres-150x100.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Thread fibers should be even and tight<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Sewing threads, as we all know, are made from synthetic or natural fibers, or both, and each has its own useful attributes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Rayon Sewing Thread &#8211; the popular choice, particularly for embroidery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rayon thread is made from synthetic fibers and is one of the most popular choices among experienced sewers because it is attractive, easily available, and consistent. &nbsp;This type of thread has a good sheen and comes in&nbsp;a big range of colors. &nbsp;However, a disadvantage of rayon is that it is not always colorfast and it can deteriorate over time so requires proper maintenance. &nbsp;The best quality rayon almost always comes from the US or Europe. &nbsp;As strange as it sounds, I've read that the best way to store and prolong the life of your rayon thread is to keep it in the freezer! &nbsp;Just be sure to warm it up before you start to sew..<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Polyester Sewing Thread &#8211; the all-around&nbsp;workhorse<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/shutterstock_62154592-500x311.jpg\" alt=\"polyester sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-24256 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/311;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/shutterstock_62154592-500x311.jpg\" alt=\"polyester sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-24256\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Polyester sewing thread is often the best all-around and all-purpose thread. &nbsp;And for those who want to save money, polyester sewing thread is the popular choice. Because polyester has some give, it will stretch a little making it a good choice for sewing stretchy fabrics like knits. &nbsp;Occasionally manufacturers add some sort of silicone or wax finish to allow the thread to more easily pass through the fabric. &nbsp;Polyester thread is often wrapped in cotton for general-purpose use and is also available in a wide array of colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideal for children\u2019s clothes, polyester does not easily shrink or fade when washed. It has a slightly lesser sheen when compared to rayon thread but the quality is almost the same so that when you use both of them in a single item or design, it will be difficult to see the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Cotton Sewing Thread &#8211; beautiful but sometimes not so strong<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/shutterstock_308362916-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"cotton sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-24257 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/334;\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/shutterstock_308362916-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"cotton sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-24257\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Often overlooked, cotton thread performs beautifully when used in certain&nbsp;projects. However, because cotton sewing thread has very little stretch or give, it can break more easily than polyester or rayon. &nbsp;It can often be a good choice for sewing lingerie or other delicate fabrics. &nbsp;Sometimes considered as having an heirloom quality to it, this thread provides a soft and lovely sheen to your finished product. Just stay away from finer cotton threads because they tend to be weaker. &nbsp;Best to stick with medium-thickness cotton thread and use it on mid-weight cotton, linen, or rayon fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Silk Thread &#8211; my favorite!<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-24249 size-large\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread-500x333.jpeg\" alt=\"silk sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-24249 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread.jpeg 600w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/333;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread-500x333.jpeg\" alt=\"silk sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-24249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread-500x333.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread-150x100.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/silk-thread.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Colorful <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/silk_thread\" title=\"Gutermann Silk Thread | JOANN\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">silk threads<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>My personal favorite is the <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/silk_thread\" title=\"Gutermann Silk Thread | JOANN\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">silk thread<\/a> because it absorbs colors brilliantly to give your sewing&nbsp;that rich and brilliant sheen incomparable to other thread types. Strong without being abrasive, it is smooth to use and does not break easily. <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/silk_thread\" title=\"Gutermann Silk Thread | JOANN\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">Silk thread<\/a> is very fine and flexible. &nbsp;It won't leave holes in the fabric so it makes a great choice for a basting thread. &nbsp;Since <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/silk_thread\" title=\"Gutermann Silk Thread | JOANN\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">silk thread<\/a> is expensive, it is often only used&nbsp;for luxurious fabrics and in tailoring. The good news is that <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/silk_thread\" title=\"Gutermann Silk Thread | JOANN\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">silk thread<\/a> is becoming widely available and it comes in a brilliant&nbsp;range of sizes. This is a thread that is truly fit for royalty!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-24250 size-large\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/raw-silk-threads.jpeg\" alt=\"raw silk sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-24250 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/raw-silk-threads.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/raw-silk-threads-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/raw-silk-threads-150x100.jpeg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/334;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/raw-silk-threads.jpeg\" alt=\"raw silk sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-24250\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/raw-silk-threads.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/raw-silk-threads-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/02\/raw-silk-threads-150x100.jpeg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Raw <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/silk_thread\" title=\"Gutermann Silk Thread | JOANN\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">silk thread<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Sewing Threads<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are of course many, many other kinds of threads out there including wool, nylon, and metallic but we don't have the space to go into them all here, unfortunately. &nbsp;What's the most exotic kind of thread you've ever used? &nbsp;Let us know in the comments below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"text-transform:capitalize\">Where to Find the Best Thread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We're often asked where's the best place to find a wide selection of good quality sewing thread. &nbsp;You can certainly buy lots of different kinds and qualities of threads at normal retailers&nbsp;like Walmart. &nbsp;A quick search for sewing thread on <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/21vSpbd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amazon<\/a> shows almost 100,000 items!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, we've found for the best quality and selection, particularly for hard-to-find embroidery threads or high-quality <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/silk_thread\" title=\"Gutermann Silk Thread | JOANN\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">silk thread<\/a>, it is often best to stick to a specialist thread supplier and one of the best is certainly ThreadArt. &nbsp;You can check out their wide selection of polyester, rayon, and cotton thread&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/?~bjln\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a>. &nbsp;They even have <a href=\"http:\/\/shrsl.com\/?~bjm6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">invisible thread<\/a>.&nbsp; For <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/silk_thread\" title=\"Gutermann Silk Thread | JOANN\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">silk thread<\/a>, try Joann.com <a href=\"http:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/links\/7948432\/type\/dlg\/http:\/\/www.joann.com\/gutermann-silk-thread\/zprd_02973618a.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We also carry a good selection of high-quality serger threads right here on the <a href=\"http:\/\/so-sew-easy-store.com\/category\/sergers\/serger-threads\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">So Sew Easy store<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<h2>If You'd Like To Support Our Site<\/h2>\r\nIf you want to help us continue to bring you a wide selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-sewing-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">free sewing patterns<\/a> and projects, please consider buying us a coffee.\u00a0 We'd really, really appreciate it.\r\n\r\n<center><div class=\"ko-fi-button\" data-text=\"Buy me a coffee!\" data-color=\"#ff5f5f\" data-code=\"\" id=\"kofiShortcode56Html\" style=\"float: none; text-align: left;\"><\/div><\/center>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A good sewist should know her or his sewing thread. Whether sewing by hand or by machine,&nbsp;this means you should be able to determine the right quality of thread for each of your sewing projects. A&nbsp;good quality sewing thread generally translates to a better sewing experience because it will not \u2026 <a class=\"continue-reading-link\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/of-threads-and-more-sewing-threads\/\"> Continue reading <span class=\"meta-nav\">&rarr; <\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":308,"featured_media":24247,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","wds_primary_category":0},"categories":[15,164],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24246"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/308"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=24246"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24246\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":75394,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/24246\/revisions\/75394"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/24247"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=24246"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=24246"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=24246"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}