09-15-2006, 08:13 PM
[font "Poor Richard"][green][size 3]I have several dozen spools of mercerized cotton sewing thread. Size 50. Can these be used to tie flies? Or for that matter polyester thread?[/size][/green][/font]
[font "Poor Richard"][green][size 3]Here is a definition of the thread:[/size][/green][/font]
COTTON: A medium thickness (size 50) is available in a wide range of colors, and is used for sewing on light and medium weight cottons, rayons and linens. Cotton thread is usually mercerized, a finishing process that makes it smooth and lustrous, also helping it to take dye better. The lack of "give" in cotton thread makes it an unwise choice for knits or other stretchy fabrics, as the stitches will tend to pop.
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[font "Poor Richard"][green][size 3]Here is a definition of the thread:[/size][/green][/font]
COTTON: A medium thickness (size 50) is available in a wide range of colors, and is used for sewing on light and medium weight cottons, rayons and linens. Cotton thread is usually mercerized, a finishing process that makes it smooth and lustrous, also helping it to take dye better. The lack of "give" in cotton thread makes it an unwise choice for knits or other stretchy fabrics, as the stitches will tend to pop.
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