This isn't even half of it. Most of the threads are JPCoats Dual Duty cotton covered polyester. There is also a lot of Gutermann 100% polyester. Lots of different colors. The original owner was not a quilter, she made clothes. I think most of these were purchased at Walmart or JoAnn's.
I have mixed feelings about all of these threads. I've heard you should only piece with 100% cotton thread. Would you use these to piece a quilt? I don't make heirloom quilts, so do I really need to worry about what type of thread I use?
Would you use these for piecing quilts or save them for other miscellaneous craft projects?
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I'd use them for piecing. It would be nice to use them up.
I think the all cotton thread thing is a myth. Lots of the best quality quilting thread is 100% polyester. I would be more concerned about the age of the thread--I've got a lot of spools like this from my MIL and Grandma too.
I would use them if I felt they weren't dry rotted...I don't make heirloom quilts either.
Use your threads for piecing or basting.
I would use them for basting....
Kathie
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