Every quilter has a personal preference of what they like and what they don't like. Once I find something that works well for me I rarely change. I might try something new, but for the most part I always fall back on my tried and true tools.
I love the DMC Broder 50 weight thread. I use this for my hand and machine applique and for whip stitching wool pieces. There is a huge variety of colors and doesn't seem to tangle like others I've tried. I know some quilters that have 2 standard colors, but with this wide array, I ask, "Why?"
When I travel and want a variety of threads I love this. Most of it is empty right now, but it is very portable, keeps threads organized and is compact.
I love straw needles for almost everything I do by hand, except hand quilting. They have a small eye, but a pair of magnifier glasses from the Dollar Tree takes care of that. (only recently have I had to get these! Aargh!)
Here's my portable project. guess I better read the directions and see what I need to do next.
I love the DMC Broder 50 weight thread. I use this for my hand and machine applique and for whip stitching wool pieces. There is a huge variety of colors and doesn't seem to tangle like others I've tried. I know some quilters that have 2 standard colors, but with this wide array, I ask, "Why?" 
When I travel and want a variety of threads I love this. Most of it is empty right now, but it is very portable, keeps threads organized and is compact.
I love straw needles for almost everything I do by hand, except hand quilting. They have a small eye, but a pair of magnifier glasses from the Dollar Tree takes care of that. (only recently have I had to get these! Aargh!)
Here's my portable project. guess I better read the directions and see what I need to do next. 
I am so in love with your blog! I am always amazed at what you are working on. Great blog on tools of the trade.
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Where do you purchase the DMC threads? I find very little variety in the thread colors in the quilt shops. Usually just a few basic colors.
ReplyDeleteSome people use one of those rubbery rings that hold the bobbins to transport thread for their stitchery projects. The bobbins stay in place.
I love this thread, too. It used to be available at a quilt store that has since gone out of business. Do you have a source?
ReplyDeleteoh this is my favorite thread for applique too!
ReplyDeleteI just LOVE It
I use Jeana Kimball straw needles,
I love them!
Kathie
I'm one of those 'two-color' gals when it comes to thread *s* Sometimes I wonder if I'm afraid of color . . . . hmmmm something for me to ponder today.
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