Sewing for Beginners

Just as there are different needles for each fabric, there are also different suitable threads for each fabric. This must be taken into account to ensure that the sewing result lasts as long as it did shortly after completion.

• Cotton thread: This thread is best suited for sewing projects made from pure cotton fabrics and non-stretch fabrics. It is particularly popular for patchwork and quilting work. It does not have much elasticity and therefore tears much faster. Cotton threads can be dyed very well and take on the color tone even when subsequently treated with textile dyes.
• Polyester thread: In contrast to cotton thread, this thread is somewhat more elastic and significantly more tear-resistant. It is therefore also suitable for elastic fabrics. The thread is very easy to care for and is often mixed with natural fibers such as cotton. Most "all-purpose sewing threads" are made of polyester and - as the name suggests - can be used for all fabrics. It usually has a slight shimmer.
• Polyamide thread / nylon thread: Polyamide thread is mainly used for sportswear and weatherproof clothing. It is generally used in conjunction with polyamide fabric, which lets water vapor out but does not allow water to penetrate inside.
• Viscose thread / rayon: This thread is often used for viscose fibers. It looks similar to cotton, but is lighter and softer. Its silk-like shimmer makes it popular for machine embroidery.
• Embroidery thread: Embroidery thread consists of slightly shimmering synthetic fibers (such as polyester and viscose threads). Thread used for machine embroidery is very fine.