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January 12th, 2014, 03:55 PM
#1
Senior Member
Missouri Star
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January 12th, 2014, 04:05 PM
#2
Senior Member
The Guild President
Re: Thread color question
I'm not really sure why, but I prefer a neutral thread. I made one with threads matching each area and hated the way it looked on the back. I know a lot of people use gray.
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January 12th, 2014, 04:09 PM
#3
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Missouri Star
Re: Thread color question
I would use a green/blue variegated thread. i love the variegated threads for the top. just match thread to backing color for bobbin.


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January 12th, 2014, 04:20 PM
#4
Senior Member
Missouri Star
Re: Thread color question

Originally Posted by
cindyinohio
I'm not really sure why, but I prefer a neutral thread. I made one with threads matching each area and hated the way it looked on the back. I know a lot of people use gray.
That was what I used to sew it together. You don't think it might stand out on the back? I'll go take a peek. Thanks!
Hugs,
Joanne
There are no mistakes, only happy accidents. - Bob Ross
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January 12th, 2014, 04:21 PM
#5
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Missouri Star
Re: Thread color question

Originally Posted by
Iris Girl
I would use a green/blue variegated thread. i love the variegated threads for the top. just match thread to backing color for bobbin.
I have never even seen varigated thread. Cool idea.
Hugs,
Joanne
There are no mistakes, only happy accidents. - Bob Ross
A girl needs to surround herself with TONS of happiness.
Happiness = fabric!
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January 12th, 2014, 05:07 PM
#6
Senior Member
Missouri Star
Re: Thread color question

Originally Posted by
soul60s
I have never even seen varigated thread. Cool idea.
Here is a link you will enjoy looking at.........so many pretty colors!
Sulky® BlendablesCotton Thread
By the way......Love the Whoville Forest quilt........I had not seen that one yet! I'm a huge fan of the Grinch cartoon.
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January 12th, 2014, 05:16 PM
#7
Senior Member
Missouri Star
Re: Thread color question

Originally Posted by
pcbatiks
Here is a link you will enjoy looking at.........so many pretty colors!
Sulky® BlendablesCotton Thread
By the way......Love the Whoville Forest quilt........I had not seen that one yet! I'm a huge fan of the Grinch cartoon.
Ohhhh...... love those! They have a Vintage Holiday 4112 that might be perfect. This way I can embrace the colors instead of hiding them. The mention 12 and 30 weight. I have no clue what to get or why.
Hugs,
Joanne
There are no mistakes, only happy accidents. - Bob Ross
A girl needs to surround herself with TONS of happiness.
Happiness = fabric!
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January 12th, 2014, 05:20 PM
#8
Senior Member
Applique Angel
Re: Thread color question
I'd use either varigated blue/green or monofilament.
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January 12th, 2014, 11:44 PM
#9
Senior Member
Missouri Star
Re: Thread color question
Here is another link from Sulky that should help with the thread weight. 
Sulky Cotton Thread
"I'm putting together a list of 100 reasons why I am NOT relentless!" - Sue Heck, The Middle
Leonard: For God's sake, Sheldon, do I have to hold up a sarcasm sign every time I open my mouth?
Sheldon (intrigued): You have a sarcasm sign?
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January 13th, 2014, 01:16 AM
#10
Senior Member
Missouri Star
Re: Thread color question

Originally Posted by
Iris Girl
I would use a green/blue variegated thread. i love the variegated threads for the top. just match thread to backing color for bobbin.
I was going to say the same thing.. but I don't think I would have spelled variegated right!