Common Sewing Thread Types and How To Use Them

Learn about the most common types of threads used in clothing construction and alterations and how to use each thread types for the best sewing results!

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00:00 Introduction
00:33 TEX 30 - All Purpose Thread
01:09 TEX 30 - Serging Cone
01:23 TEX 15 - Blind Hem Thread
02:12 TEX 60 - Heavy Weight Thread (Denim)
03:27 Crochet Thread
03:38 Invisible Thread
04:33 TEX 80 - Buttonhole Thread
04:58 Common Questions

[liza]

Lol on the invisible thread. Thanks for the video, and thanks for not taking a long time to explain thread differences. I've learned a lot on this one.

[pattyharp]

You are such a pleasant, knowledgeable instructor. I love your videos. Patty Harp Boise, Idaho

[erict]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. I assumed this video would be boring and it was you! I definitely enjoyed the "invisible thread skit"... haha!

I dont know who should i thank firstly
The god because i discoverd your channel
Or you for all the quallity things you are teaching me.
I am a fresh fashion designer with no knowledge about tailoring and fixing clothes, which is way diffirent than creating new ones.
I do tailoring when i dont have design orders so i still make money.
And everyone is amazed by the quallity that you are teaching me.
Thank you much

[sarahradoco]

This is AMAZING! YOU are amazing! Can’t tell you how much this has helped me.

Quick question, what’s your recommended site or store to TEX 30 polyester thread?

[legod]

Thank You very much! I'm learning and absolutely loving this and You for teaching us! :)

[wekebu]

I use a lot of gutterman on spools that look like what you show the buttonhole thread. They roll around inside my drawer. I would love to have an individual stand for each one. Not a rack like you can buy just something that goes up underneath the hole in the spool to keep the spool upright. Any ideas?

[donaldharris]

Where on the thread will it say Tex 30?

[notvalerierangel]

Do you use a different thread for repairing a jean?

[katherinereid]

I would really like to know what TEX thread brand you are using for jeans.

[erict]

Question: When it comes to sewing denim I would like to know how the wrinkling effect of the seams are achieved? Please do not say throw the denim in the wash once all seems have been stitched. I tried that multiple times and it does not work. I safely assume there is a specialty machine that industry uses? If you happen to know what that machine is would you please tell me?

[BubaJ]

Not all threads are weighted (?). Thread for an embriodery machine goes the other way. ^0 is thinner than 40, and it best suited for small lettering, like 1/2" letters.
And if you thnk tread is expensive, go price Tenera.