Awesome tutorial. I enrolled in a community college textile course a few years ago, and got very confused from the extending of such information over weeks instead of just a few hours. A lot of it is hard to see as faulty without experience on heavy machinery. This is a great synopsis. I wish for others that this video would help introduce as well as sum-up the topics addressed. I definitely can choose my thread better if not best. For instance, I Personally like silk or eloflex for things such as fine [mosquito] netting/mesh and other very thin materials, but inellectualizing and knowing what to choose for equiptment repair is equally as important.
Interesting comment about using two different sizes of thread in one stitch. I sew with PTFE thread in an LSZ-1 oscillating hook machine which can be very challenging due to skipped stitches. I use all the tricks recommended by Sailrite however I still get skipped stitches. I know this is acceptable but I'm not liking it. Tried sewing with V69 Poly on top and PTFE in the bobbin and the sunlight exposed side of the fabric down. No skipped stitches and the knot is buried. Is this acceptable? Anyone else tried this? Thank you.
If using a tex 70 or 90 on a domestic machine, which bobbin thread should you use? I've been searching for the answer to this question for quite some time now
Great question! For most projects, we recommend using a bobbin thread that matches the weight of your top thread. Doing a test stitch to see how it works with your fabric is always a good idea! If you have any more questions, please feel free to email us at info@sailrite.com
We would recommend using a size #16 or #18 needle for Tex 70 (v69) thread. We have also created a thread and needle recommendation guide that you can use as a reference. You can find that here: directus.sailrite.com/assets/5427bdca-47d7-48f5-be6e-05fae1d1417e?ref=SAILRITE 😊
My Huskvarna Emerald 118 manual says nothing about the max thread size. Really want to know if it can take a V92 marine thread before I buy, and what size leather needle I would need for it.
I like to use a size 18 leather point needle with v92 thread for leatherwork. You could use up to a size 20 needle. Here is a link to the needles I would recommend. sailrite.com/Needles-135x16-DI-18
@@SailriteWorkbench Thanks a lot. I live in the UK so it's a little different, but I think I can figure out what I need. Just don't know if my machine can handle that size thread, because it's not an industrial workhorse machine, more of an expensive home machine with a plastic/metal walking foot attachment.
Hi Jim! "V" is another thread sizing system, also called "commercial" size. A Tex 70 thread is equivalent to a V-69. You'll see both sizes listed in the thread product names on our website. If you'd like to learn more about the various thread sizing systems, we wrote a blog on this topic: www.sailrite.com/Selecting-the-Right-Thread-Size
Some confusion still remains: in the first overview you mentioned weight as well (and I see this often mentioned when people talk thread size). How does 'weight' relate to Tex?
Ohh boy i not only need to do more research on my sowing vs what how i won't give up i love this hobby on rainy and snow thank you so much 🙏🙏
Sowing is planting seeds...Sewing!
Very good video. I’ve been upholstering for over forty yrs. And I really enjoyed this video.
Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
GREAT JOB explaining thread!
Awesome tutorial. I enrolled in a community college textile course a few years ago, and got very confused from the extending of such information over weeks instead of just a few hours. A lot of it is hard to see as faulty without experience on heavy machinery. This is a great synopsis. I wish for others that this video would help introduce as well as sum-up the topics addressed. I definitely can choose my thread better if not best. For instance, I Personally like silk or eloflex for things such as fine [mosquito] netting/mesh and other very thin materials, but inellectualizing and knowing what to choose for equiptment repair is equally as important.
I'm glad it was helpful! Thanks for the kind comment!
Thank you for this video. I found it to be quite informative. This is very important to sewing, that is knowing about your thread.
That was some helpful info. Thx
I had no idea there was a difference between cones and spools. No wonder my cone isnt working right. Thank you!
I always thought I was an expert. Boy was I wrong! Thanks Sailrite! 😮
thanks for great info. very informative. liked/subscribed
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Interesting comment about using two different sizes of thread in one stitch. I sew with PTFE thread in an LSZ-1 oscillating hook machine which can be very challenging due to skipped stitches. I use all the tricks recommended by Sailrite however I still get skipped stitches. I know this is acceptable but I'm not liking it. Tried sewing with V69 Poly on top and PTFE in the bobbin and the sunlight exposed side of the fabric down. No skipped stitches and the knot is buried. Is this acceptable? Anyone else tried this? Thank you.
Yes, that technique is acceptable! You should be good as long as the PFTE thread is the only one exposed. Very clever Idea!
Digging the intro
Did I miss cotton as a thread or is it not a thread... I don't know
What thread thickness would you use for medium weight denim?
I would use tex 90 thread for denim
Umm. Cotton thread.?
Manual of Singer 4423 doesn't state which thread weight it can handle
you guys are awesome
If using a tex 70 or 90 on a domestic machine, which bobbin thread should you use? I've been searching for the answer to this question for quite some time now
Great question! For most projects, we recommend using a bobbin thread that matches the weight of your top thread. Doing a test stitch to see how it works with your fabric is always a good idea! If you have any more questions, please feel free to email us at info@sailrite.com
What size needle for V69 thread? Thanks
We would recommend using a size #16 or #18 needle for Tex 70 (v69) thread. We have also created a thread and needle recommendation guide that you can use as a reference. You can find that here: directus.sailrite.com/assets/5427bdca-47d7-48f5-be6e-05fae1d1417e?ref=SAILRITE 😊
My Huskvarna Emerald 118 manual says nothing about the max thread size. Really want to know if it can take a V92 marine thread before I buy, and what size leather needle I would need for it.
I like to use a size 18 leather point needle with v92 thread for leatherwork. You could use up to a size 20 needle. Here is a link to the needles I would recommend. sailrite.com/Needles-135x16-DI-18
@@SailriteWorkbench Thanks a lot. I live in the UK so it's a little different, but I think I can figure out what I need. Just don't know if my machine can handle that size thread, because it's not an industrial workhorse machine, more of an expensive home machine with a plastic/metal walking foot attachment.
I’m confused. You talk about thread weights of Text, Denier, and Commercial. Then suddenly you’re talking about V thread. Wtf is V thread?
Hi Jim! "V" is another thread sizing system, also called "commercial" size. A Tex 70 thread is equivalent to a V-69. You'll see both sizes listed in the thread product names on our website. If you'd like to learn more about the various thread sizing systems, we wrote a blog on this topic: www.sailrite.com/Selecting-the-Right-Thread-Size
@@SailriteWorkbench Thank you very much . I will read the blog and I have already downloaded the chart provided.
Some confusion still remains: in the first overview you mentioned weight as well (and I see this often mentioned when people talk thread size). How does 'weight' relate to Tex?
There’s no need to be so rude!!
4:32 Commerical? I think you mean commercial? 😉