Best Thread For Applique

Posted on July 20, 2012 by ovbrantley

I enjoy trying new threads, and I have a large collection. I use different threads for different projects.

Lately, I have worked on several appliqué projects, and this has given me the opportunity to compare different threads. I have always been partial to silk threads when appliquéing by hand. I use Kinkame and YLI. However, there is one polyester thread that outperforms silk thread. It is called Invisafil and is manufactured by Wonderfil. I buy mine online at Red Rock Threads. This thread absolutely disappears into the fabric. I love it!

What is your favorite thread for hand appliqué?

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I am a passionate quilter who also is the general counsel for a major urban county in Georgia. I manage to pursue my triple passions of motherhood, quilting and traveling.

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2 Responses to Best Thread For Applique

Melba says:

July 20, 2012 at 8:09 PM

I like the silk YLI thread. I may have to try this brand also.

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Jacquelyn M. Vander says:

July 21, 2012 at 2:49 AM

Still consider myself a beginner and have taken one applique class. Not patient enough at the present to complete my project. Maybe after success of this technique I’ll become a convert.

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