{"id":32374,"date":"2022-03-26T14:07:46","date_gmt":"2022-03-26T18:07:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=32374"},"modified":"2022-03-26T14:07:50","modified_gmt":"2022-03-26T18:07:50","slug":"choose-correct-sewing-thread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/choose-correct-sewing-thread\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose the Correct Sewing Thread"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35705 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the.jpg 940w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the-300x251.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the-500x419.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the-768x644.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the-150x126.jpg 150w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 940px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 940\/788;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35705\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the.jpg 940w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the-300x251.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the-500x419.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the-768x644.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/chase-the-150x126.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you pick up just any matching thread that you come across and sew your fabric? Or do you examine the thread closely before using it for a project? If you are like me and sometimes pick up any thread lying on the stash, then it's time to change the rule. The quality of the thread used has a direct bearing on the final outcome of your&nbsp;sewing project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To get the best possible outcome, you need to get a clear understanding of the various types of threads available and when to use them. &nbsp;To help you with this important process, we've put together a short list of guidelines on how to choose the correct sewing thread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Types of thread<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cotton thread:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-35701 size-large\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35701 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227.jpg 1000w\" 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\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_290550227.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption>Cotton thread<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>These are threads that are used for natural fabric like cotton. Most of the cotton thread has a lustrous and smooth finish which makes it ideal for sewing. They can take a&nbsp;lot of heat especially while pressing seams. The only disadvantage of this thread is that it tends to snap more easily than polyester thread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Polyester thread:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-35702 size-large\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35702 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654.jpg 1000w\" 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\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_269594654.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption>Polyester thread<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This type of thread is ideal for use with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sewing-viscose-rayon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">synthetic fabric<\/a>. It is more sturdy and does not tend to break easily like cotton thread. This type of thread has a wax or silicone finish which helps the thread to glide easily through the fabric. This thread also comes in transparent finish and can be used when you want to hide the stitches. But because of the nature of the thread, it cannot take in a lot of heat and can get damaged while pressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Silk thread:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-35698 size-large\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35698 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350.jpg 1000w\" 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\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_425807350.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption>Spools of colorful <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\n<p>This is a very fine thread and is ideal for sewing natural fabric like silk and wool. Since the thread is very strong, it can withstand heat. If used with the <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/which-sewing-machine-needle\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">right needle<\/a>, it will not leave holes in the fabric while sewing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Woolen thread:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-35700 size-large\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35700 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412.jpg 1000w\" 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\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-500x334.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35700\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_87861412.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption>Closeup of multicolor wool thread<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is used mainly in thicker fabric like wool and canvas and also while undertaking embroidery projects. It is a very strong thread and should be used with large needles. Remember to adjust the tension of your sewing machine while using this thread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Metallic thread:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-35699 size-large\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"452\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-500x452.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35699 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-500x452.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-300x271.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-768x694.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-150x135.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 500px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 500\/452;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-500x452.jpg\" alt=\"choose correct sewing thread\" class=\"wp-image-35699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-500x452.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-300x271.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-768x694.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778-150x135.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/shutterstock_70080778.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption>Metallic gold thread<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>These threads are available in gold, silver, and copper finish and are used mainly in handbags, <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/best-free-purse-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\">purses<\/a> and also for embroidery purpose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose correct sewing thread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The thread selected should match the type of fabric used. Under no circumstance should you select a delicate cotton thread for sewing a woolen fabric for example.<\/li><li>The color of the thread selected is completely dependent on your choice of colors. You can either go for a matching thread or a contrast color thread for your project. If you want a perfectly matching color, snip off a piece of the garment and check it with the thread in daylight.<\/li><li>The eye of the needle should be considered while finalizing on a particular thread. You'll need to fit the thread through the eye after all. &nbsp;Good thread should have fibers that are tightly bound together. &nbsp;If it is frayed, it may break easily and will certainly be more difficult to thread your needle.<\/li><li>Always try to go for branded thread while undertaking a project. A branded thread will be uniformly dyed, does not bleed and will have low shrinkage rate.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The quality of the thread plays a very important role in the final finishing of your project. 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