Specialty Thread Guide Chart
Topstitching
Buttonhole Twist
Woolly Nylon
Thread
Machine Embroidery
Metallic Threads
APPLICATION
4-Thread Seaming
3-Thread Seaming
2-Thread Flatlock
4-Thread Edging
3-Thread Edging
3-Thread
Rolled Edge
COMMENTS
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
In lower looper
Yes
Yes
Edging or flatlock
seaming for sportswear
and home décor items.
Soft stretchy seams on
lingerie, swimwear,
active wear, and for
rolled edge stitch.
Decorative edges for
clothing, gift items,
home décor, etc.
Use in upper looper
only
When using decorative
thread in the needle
use a size 90 Top
Stitch needle for best
results.
Yes
For exposed edges
only
Yes
For exposed edges
only
Use in upper looper
only
Can be used in the
needle
Varies greatly with
manufacturer.
Avoid thread with
coarse metal fibers.
Sew test before
sewing on project.
3-Thread Wave
3-Thread
Rolled Wave
Blanket Stitch
Ladder Stitch
In upper or lower looper.
Not in both loopers at
once
In upper or lower looper.
Not in both loopers at
once
In upper or lower looper.
Not in both loopers at
once
In upper or lower
looper.
Or both loopers
In upper or lower
looper.
Or both loopers
Use in upper looper
only
In needle only
In needle only
In lower looper
In lower looper
In needle only
Not recommended
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