Great tips. Test blocks are essential to test what size seam is needed (scant v. full) for thread/fabric/pressing choices. Love Microtex needles and buy them in bulk for a good value. Also on any block where you have an angle (flying geese, triangle in squares), you need a full 1/4" to get the clearance need--so scant should be avoided. While I started with Aurofil 50wt, I now use Wonderful cottonized polyester DecoBob which is an 80 wt thread (with a 10 microtex). This thread is fine but as strong as 50wt and is a godsend with complex blocks.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! Great advice, to the point, easy to understand!
Lisa, Love your tips & tricks! You hair looks lovely. My best to your wonderful Fam/Team❤
Great tips. Test blocks are essential to test what size seam is needed (scant v. full) for thread/fabric/pressing choices. Love Microtex needles and buy them in bulk for a good value. Also on any block where you have an angle (flying geese, triangle in squares), you need a full 1/4" to get the clearance need--so scant should be avoided. While I started with Aurofil 50wt, I now use Wonderful cottonized polyester DecoBob which is an 80 wt thread (with a 10 microtex). This thread is fine but as strong as 50wt and is a godsend with complex blocks.
Have you done any tutorials on the 790 Pro? , thank you so much for your information it is so helpful.
Not yet!
Very helpful, thank you!
What number Schmetz microtex needle are you using wtih the Aurifil 50 wt thread?? Thank you!
80/12 for the most part works well for me!