Comments on: What thread do I use for my stitching cards?

By: anna lacey

anna lacey — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 06:43:05 +0000

I just got my first Kreinik cord in the mail this week. I have just used it to make a flower vase card and it was a JOY to work with!
Previously I used whatever I had, some metallic machine threads, single thread of embroidery floss, plain and metallic types. I even used some pieces of embroidery floss from some of my moms stash that is at least 30 years old. My sisters will appreciate where the thread is from as much as the card itself as my mom has been gone for 26 years!
I like the simple look the non shiny embroidery thread gives my cards.

By: DJ

DJ — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 16:25:17 +0000

There are no hard and fast rules, Nan. If two strands of thread look better to you then use two. If the needle seems to leave a big hole then use a smaller one. It is whatever works for you.

By: Nan Thomas

Nan Thomas — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 14:50:28 +0000

I am making my very first stitched card. I saw these cards for the first time last week and did not have the opportunity to examine them closely. I am using the metallic thread and one strand looks a bit skimpy to me. Do you use one strand or two. Any advice will be appreciated. Also the #10 needle seems to leave a hole that is too large for the thread stand.

By: Jackie Welch

Jackie Welch — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 08:26:30 +0000

I use Madeira machine twist and metallics, Kreinik and Sulky metallics and I have also used embroidery and machine sewing threads. My preferred choice now is metallic thread and I have a large selection built up over the years.

By: Marlene S.

Marlene S. — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 19:02:37 +0000

Hi,

I prefer using varigated silk perle. I usually use 2 strands. I pull and cut about 10 inches of one strand and then do the same again. I put opposite ends together and it gives an interesting variation to the colors. I find that the silk perles are easy to wotk with and offers many colors. I have a seller that I buy from, but as I understand we are not supposed to advertise on this blog. I am sure all of the commercial colors will have the same affect.

Thanks for all the other messages. They always give a different view on colors and card making.

Marlene S.

By: Judy

Judy — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 17:51:11 +0000

I often use just ordinary sewing cottons for my cards as they give me a very good range of colours and the effect is like painting pictures in cotton. I also use a variety of Anchor, Cristallina, Impex and astro brands of metallic threads. I think perhaps it comes down to whatever works for you.

By: JoAnn

JoAnn — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 09:23:18 +0000

Thank you for the recommendation. I have been using Aurilux. It is a satin finished polyester and is part of the Aurifil machine embroidery range. I went for this because it is available in my local needlework shop. I am pleased with the results.