Thread Size Cross Reference Nylon VT 295 Size Gov t Size TEX Tensile lbs Weight yds lb Diameter in 15 0 16 2 28000 0 0059Low cost 33 AA 30 5 13800 0 0800Strong 46 B 45 8 10000 0 0094Abrasion resistant 69 E 70 11 6000 0 0115 92 F 90 15 4200 0 0133 138 FF 135 22 3000 0 0163 207 3cord 210 32 2000 0 0200 277 4cord 270 45 1500 0 0231 346 5cord 350 53 1200
Sewing threads are put in different types of packages according to the types of thread machines and sewing needs Package support is important for the thread to perform at its best during transport and usage in machines Packages may be colour coded according to the size and type of thread for easy identification
2021 10 14 nbsp 0183 32 Thread Size THREAD SIZE There are many thread ticket numbering systems used in the world of sewing and many times this can become confusing It is important to select the right thread size and thread type for the application Click on the links below to quickly find this helpful information A amp E Global Thread Size Comparison
2013 09 24 nbsp 0183 32 Posts about sewing thread size comparison chart written by Nikki If 1 gram is 30 meters long for example then it is 30 Weight thread The higher the weight the finer the thread Tex T Tex is the most consistent of the measuring methods It uses a fixed length to measure the weight of a thread Tex is the weight in grams of 1 000 meters of thread Or
12 Weight Quilting Thread This heavier weight thread is great for accomplishing many different types of fun projects Hand applique and hand embroidery are popular however my favorite is utilizing it to create some fun designs with machine or long arm quilting 12wt thread is the largest size of thread that you can safely use with your home
However a 60 weight thread like Bottom Line or Glide 60 I prefer to use an extra long staple thread as it will put up with the extremely long thread path and extremely high speed sewing I ll be doing Think about the thread as a design element The weight or thickness of the thread are just as big of a decision as the selection of motifs and fabric colors when designing your
This measurement is determined by how much 1000 meters of thread weighs in grams For instance if 1000 meters of thread weighs 25 grams then the thread will be listed as Tex 25 The higher the number the heavier thicker the thread The lower the number the lighter finer the thread Generally a medium weight thread is between Tex 27 and Tex 35
The misunderstanding in the U S weight system came about because importers started labeling 30 thread as 30 wt 40 thread as 40 wt and 50 thread as 50 wt regardless of the number of plies comprising the thread That means a 50 2 and a 50 3 thread were both labeled as 50 wt thread even though one is 50 heavier than the other a three ply thread is 50 thicker than
2018 08 25 nbsp 0183 32 6 Quick Tips about Thread Size V 69 is the heaviest commercial size recommended for home sewing machines Heavier threads make your stitching more visible The thread size measures the thread s thickness If another weight is given for thread like ounces it refers to the amount of thread on the spool
fabrics and similar weight fabrics Hemstitch Wing 100 16 120 19 Consists of a wing on each side of the needle which opens the fabric fibers creating a decorative stitch Used on zig zag machines together with the correct throat plate and presser foot Excellent for light or medium weight loosely woven fabrics and decorative cutwork and heirloom sewing Double Hemstitch
Mandala String Cord – Best Thread for Hobbies Materials and strength Black Leather Whipping Thread – Best Heavy Duty Sewing Cord Components and strength Dow Leather Thread – Best for Hand Stitching Components and durability Black Sinew – Best Natural Fiber for Sewing Materials Waxed DZT1968 Thread – Best Upholstery Sewing Cord
For example 30 3 is singles equivalent size 10 while 30 2 is singles equivalent size 15 Thread weight gives the yarn size of the 2 ply thread with the same weight as the thread being measured For example 30 3 is thread weight 20 20 2 30 3 while 30 2 is thread weight 30 Thread weight is used commonly for embroidery threads
Ne 1 – In one pound of yarn weight there are 840 yards of yarn length Ne 5 – In one pound of yarn weight there are 4200 840x5 yards of yarn length Example Tex 40 – A length of 1 000 metres gives 40 Grams of weight Tex 100 – A length
It s a bit heavier than the 50 wt all purpose thread but you wouldn t find that to be a problem if you re sewing things like a pillow or a bag 12 – 18 Wt Thread While the 12 – 18 wt threads aren t very commonly used they serve a very specific purpose They are a must for sewers that often do hand stitching or heavy topstitching
Embroidery Thread 30 Weight Use needle size 90 14 to 100 16 40 Weight Use needle sizes 75 11 to 80 12 Fire Retardant Embroidery Thread 40 Weight Use needle sizes 75 11 to 80 12 Fire Retardant Sewing Thread spun Nomex and Kevlar Tex 27 and 30 Use needle sizes 70 10 to 80 12 Tex 35 and 40 Use needle sizes 80 12 to 90 14
2018 11 05 nbsp 0183 32 Sewing Chart for Selecting Thread and Needle Here it is in a nutshell a sewing chart of fabric weights to help you select the correct thread and sewing machine needle for your project Sewing Chart Converting Yards to Metres to Inches Sewing Chart Adapting Fabric Widths I hope you find these charts useful I know I certainly do Many thanks
Polyester Thread Size Polyester thread comes in eleven sizes or thicknesses that range from hair thin with a 1 5 pound tensile strength to 1 millimeter thick with a 98 pound strength The quot right quot thread size depends on the material you are sewing seam strength requirements the quot look quot that you want and your sewing machine s capabilities
Mettler Thread Sizes and Weights Thread size is determined by the length of a thread needed to weigh a specific number This means that the higher the size number the finer the thread Fiber count of a thread is the amount of individual strands make up the string of thread as a whole Typically if a fiber count is not provided it is 2 or 3 ply
The Differences in Sewing Thread The absolute very first thing you need to know about thread weight is this The higher the thread weight number the thinner the thread The second thing you need to know is the thread weight numbers aren t always clearly stated Occasionally you will see thread weight that looks like a fraction and is
Guide to Thread Size Thread size relates to the thickness With yarn the higher the number the thicker the yarn is This makes sense to us but the opposite is true when it comes to crochet and tatting threads With thread the higher or larger the number of the thread the thinner it is For example size 3 is a thicker thread than a size
207 Thread with a Size 180 200 Needle A favorite size thread for saddle bags purses and other thin material crafting 138 Thread with a 160 Needle Used mostly in belts billfolds purses and other thin material crafting 99 Thread with a 130 Needle and 69 Thread with a 110 Needle Is seldom used in leather applications unless the stitch is not to be a major part of the final
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We recommend a size 90 14 when sewing with a 40 wt thread and a 100 16 needle when sewing with a 30 wt or 12 wt thread If you find your thread to be shredding or skipping stitches try a new needle and go up one size Tension
2017 07 20 nbsp 0183 32 6 Quick Tips about Thread Size V 69 is the heaviest commercial size recommended for home sewing machines Heavier threads make your stitching more visible The thread size measures the thread s thickness If another weight is given for thread like ounces it refers to the amount of thread on the spool
2020 01 18 nbsp 0183 32 For example 30 3 is singles equivalent size 10 while 30 2 is singles equivalent size 15 Thread weight gives the yarn size of the 2 ply thread with the same weight as the thread being measured For example 30 3 is thread weight 20 20 2 30 3 while 30 2 is thread weight 30 Thread weight is used commonly for embroidery threads Cotton ticket gives the
2022 02 08 nbsp 0183 32 Weight Method One of the most common ways of indicating thread weight is through the use of the term weight or the abbreviation wt This type of weight typically indicates the length of thread in kilometers that would be necessary to weigh 1 kilogram 2 2 pounds which means that weight on a package is actually an indication of length
2022 02 10 nbsp 0183 32 Sewing Machine Needle Sizes Thread Weight and Type Also make sure to take into account the weight and type of thread you are using A larger needle accommodates a heavier thread If you are using a small thread with a large needle the needle s point will leave large holes in the fabric that are not fully filled by the fine thread This can mimic a tension
2019 04 11 nbsp 0183 32 PAIR THREAD WEIGHT TO NEEDLE SIZE If you look at the chart below start in the middle Pair 50 wt thread with size 80 12 needle If your thread is heavier 40 30 28 or 12 wt use a larger needle 90 100 110 On the other hand if your thread is finer like 60 80 or 100 wt thread pair it with a smaller needle 70 or 60
2016 07 29 nbsp 0183 32 – For general sewing 50 60 weight thread is good for usual sewing and piecing and the thinner thread won t bulk up your seams For quilting – A
2021 11 16 nbsp 0183 32 3 Heavy Weight Threads Heavy weight threads range from 12wt – 3wt 12wt threads can still fit through the eye of a sewing machine needle so you can do some incredible stitching with this thicker thread Whereas 8wt and heavier threads are not recommended as