Embroidery Thread
One of the basic requirements in embroidery is the embroidery thread. You must use the type of thread that matches your needs. Thread can be defined as any fiber that may be used to join or sew two or more pieces of fabric together. One of the commonest fibers that occur naturally is cotton while the animal fiber used most widely is wool. Another common animal fiber is silk, which quite a good number of people do not even know. It is the only natural monofilament thread, meaning that the thread is made of a single fiber.
In machine embroidery, the most common threads used are rayon, metallic, and polyester ones and the most common weight is 40wt.
Rayon embroidery threads are made of viscose rayon and are good in high-speed multi head machines. This is because of their well-known tensile strength. They can be made thicker reduce both stitch count and production time. For edging badges, it is best to use rayon sergin thread and you can achieve a needlepoint effect. The threads have brilliant colors with a sticky lustre. Metallic embroidery threads usually have a shimmering effect and are usually used in decorative applications such as ornamental seams. They are also suitable in high speed machines. Polyester embroidery threads are suitable for nearly every application, including where fine details are required. You eliminate looping and puckering or wrinkling.
Bobbin threads, as their names imply, are used with bobbins and do away with extra bulk added by the under thread that may result in breaking of needles. There are also specialized threads that possess unique characteristics, some of which have been especially made for decorative machines. Burmilana for example is ideal for bringing out a soft textured look on garments. Some threads are made with the objective of glowing in the dark. Heat and flame resistant threads are used particularly for firefighters. They are also used in uniforms for racecar drivers.
Whatever kind of thread you use, it must have enough tensile strength to stand against the high speed of embroidery machine without breaking.
