when to use

[Mary L.]

i just received a box of rayon embroidery thread. size 120d/2.
i am not sure what this means. what i would like to know is, can i use this thread in my quilting. i applique and hand quilt. should i use this thread or not. please i need help.........

[Mary L.]

My understanding is rayon in not very strong so I might use it as a decorative stitch but I would not count on it hold things together. Bob from Superior Threads has lots of info on thread.

[Robbie O.]

Rayon thread is not strong enough for piecing or quilting, but is beautiful for machine embroidery and other embellishing.

[Robbie O.]

I've heard that some rayon threads aren't colour fast, if you're using a high contrast thread you might want to do a run test first.

[Judy B.]

I quilt with rayon thread all the time -- most recently on a little boy's quilt that receives hard use. I've had no problems. The brand I'm using is Madiera.

[Betty J.]

Has anyone had any problem with rayon thread shrinking more than others when washed? I have had some of my embroidery seem to shrink more, but it might be something I did.