Aurifill colored thread

[Laureek]

I was given a gift box of 50 weight colored Aurifill thread. The spool on the thread is bigger than my sewing machine spindle and also bigger than most of the other 50 weight Aurifill spools I have. Any suggestions on how to use these spools on my machine?

Thanks.

[kgirlmom]

Re: Aurifill colored thread

You will probably have to get a stand alone spindle. I am sure there are others on the forum that use these and will advise you further.

[DeniseSm]

Re: Aurifill colored thread

How about using a thread stand?

https://www.amazon.com/Embroidex-Sin...ad+stand&psc=1

Make sure you get one where the rod is metal and the base is weighted.

[Caroline T.]

Re: Aurifill colored thread

For slightly larger spools, I put a plastic drinking straw on my spindle, then slip the spool onto that.

[katier825]

Re: Aurifill colored thread

For slightly larger spools, I put a plastic drinking straw on my spindle, then slip the spool onto that.

Great tip!

I have a heavy ceramic mug at the back of my machine for larger cones.

[MNnancy]

Re: Aurifill colored thread

Smart Caroline!

Laura, is yours the 1422 yd spool or the much larger cone? The cones, especially, need a thread stand. I would think the 1422 yd spool would fit on most machines, if not the horizontal spool pin then the vertical spool pin.

[cashs mom]

Re: Aurifill colored thread

For slightly larger spools, I put a plastic drinking straw on my spindle, then slip the spool onto that.

That's what I do. Especially on my vintage machines.

[KMuellerCHWK]

Re: Aurifill colored thread

I saw something on Pinterest about putting your spool into a coffee mug I think. Check around online ( or Pinterest ) if you use it and maybe you can see a photo of it.

[PrettyCurious]

Re: Aurifill colored thread

You can, and I have, use anything.

Thread_CrossWound_500_02.jpg

[bakermom]

Re: Aurifill colored thread

I use a canning jar. I have a separate thread holder but the base isn't very heavy and tends to tip. If I wanted another I would spend more and get a heavy metal base