She is a professional dressmaker (wedding dresses and such like), of about 40 odd years so has seen the difference, I suppose, over the years. Coats & Clark Dual Duty XP All Purpose Thread Assorted Colors, 50 Spool, 125 Yards 35 Weight 9 2-day shipping $76.29 Gutermann Thread Notebook With 42 Individual 110 Yard Spools Of 100% Polyester Thread, Assorted Colors 12 3+ day shipping $28.00 Gutermann Multicolor 100% Polyester Sewing Thread, 110 yd (26 Pieces) 26 3+ day shipping +153 $12.99 There are key differences between these three types of thread that may make you want to keep all three on hand based on what kind of sewing you enjoy. Gtermann is another easy to find thread. I usually sew with coats/clark dual duty, gutermann thread, or bulk cones (for my serger) from the fabric store. I try to stock up on the expensive stuff when it is on sale. For instance, Im not going to use my expensive thread to sew basting stitches. its about a T46 iirc. Polyester thread doesnt shrink or fade when washed. and since then she has found that the thread is more likely to break. Is it bad to use/mix both types of thread, when piecing my quilt, as I have not built up enough colors of the costly cotton yet. The cheapstuff is fuzzy, gums up the tension discs, and breaks real easily. I started putting ALL my thread (didnt matter the brand, weight, or spool size) on a cone holder so the spool was vertical and the thread breakage diminished to almost nothing. I found putting the thread on a cone holder, so it was upright, made my machine like it a LOT more. Click here for my favorite brand! Difference Between Gutermann and Mara Thread sewing discussion topic They source the best fibers in the world and are a USA based company! Use Mettler for sewing. I got a little scared when you started to talk about the 40/3, but I got through Thanks for sharing! I havent had any trouble with Gutterman, so I often wonder if its the machine or needles that sometimes make the difference??? Here are notes for several types of thread as viewed under the microscope. I am quite confused. Now, let's compare it to some Coats and Clark thread. It rarely breaks or splits, and I use it for hand sewing too. This is one of the ways Im able to support myself and continue writing free content. thread and be happy. I am very slow and make all possible mistakes on EVERY STEP of a project. I agree. Gutermann Sew-All and Coats and Clark XP: Gutermann Sew-All thread is the most popular thread that we sell. I dont own very many of these threads, but they definitely can add drama to all types of projects. Right now, its all about profit. Here you will find color charts for embroidery thread - brother, coats & clark, arc, robinson-anton, madeira, mettler, isacord, pantone and more. Then, type the topic you're interested in into the search box. my apologies to all . I know 12 wt for big stitch, but how about regular quilting.?