What is 50 weight thread used for?
Higher quality 50 wt. threads offer a nice thin thread that won’t add a lot of bulk to seams when piecing a quilt. They are also ideal for machine quilting, appliqué, hand piecing, and hand appliqué.
Which is heavier 40 or 50 weight thread?
When discussing weight of thread, the smaller the number, the thicker the thread. The weight is determined by how many meters of thread it takes for a skein to weigh one kilogram. In this case, the 40 wt thread is slightly thicker (heavier) than the 50 wt thread.
What size needle do I use for 50 weight thread?
A general rule is to use a needle whose eye is 40% larger than the diameter of the thread. If you use a #75/11 or #80/12 size needle for 50 weight thread, you should use a needle with a larger eye when sewing with a heavier thread. We recommend a size #90/14 when sewing with a 40 wt.
What weight is normal sewing thread?
Your standard thread will often come in a medium 40 or 50 weight. But a huge variety of other threads exist in super fine 100 weight, or super chunky 3 weight options too.
Which thread is thicker 30 or 50?
– The higher the thread number, the finer the gauge. A 30 weight thread is heavier than a 50 weight because it is denser and takes only 30 kilometers to equal one kilogram compared to 50.
What is the best needle to use with Aurifil thread?
Aurifil Floss Tips: Use a Size 26 Bohin or similar needle for cross stitch projects. || Use an embroidery or crewel needle in size of your choice for hand embroidery projects || Use a length no longer than your forearm, approximately 18″ max.
What is bobbin weight thread?
Machine embroidery bobbin thread is different from regular thread. First of all, It is a lot thinner. Typically, it is either 60 or 90 weight, whereas standard embroidery thread is typically 40 weight.
Can you thread bobbin with 40 wt?
Here is the most important bit of information in this article: it is OK to use different weighted threads top and bottom. It is also OK to use different fibers top and bottom. Therefore, it is OK to use a polyester 40 wt. thread on top and a cotton 50 wt.
What are the different weights of sewing thread?
The normal thread “weights” on the market for quilting or thread painting are 30, 35, 50, 60 and 100. The “weight” of the thread is normally listed on the side or bottom of the spool.