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There are many amazing threads today, from all-purpose cotton and polyester to shiny rayons and metallics and glorious variegated and hand-dyed creations. Thread labels give details of the fibre and weight or gauge. The higher the gauge the finer the thread.

Threads for sewing – An ordinary cotton or all-purpose sewing thread in a medium gauge (50 weight) can be used for piecing, by hand or machine.

Threads for quilting – Stronger threads are needed for quilting, so use 100 per cent cotton quilting thread for hand quilting. For more decorative effects try embroidery threads and crochet cottons. Thicker threads, such as perle cottons, can be used for big stitch quilting. For machine quilting, 100 per cent cotton thread is popular. Monofilament nylon thread is often used for quilting in the ditch, as it is nearly invisible.

Threads for embellishment – The sky’s the limit here as threads for embellishment can be surface couched as well as sewn. Try bouclés, viscose knits and metallic rayons, particularly for crazy patchwork and decorative quilting.