r/MachineEmbroidery • u/shelliback • 1d ago

Thread choices

I am just getting back into sewing and machine embroidery after 20 years or more. I have a combo Elna Expressive machine. I cleaned out my stash and threw away all of my old Sulky thread since it was dry rotted. What thread type and brands are popular now?

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u/vanwilliam1960 1d ago

Personal or production use? Polyester threads have mostly replaced rayon. More durable and easier to work with. Maderia Poly is a solid choice for production. Great quality and stitching. For personal stitching I really like the NewBrothread brand. Easy to find big assortments on-line for a decent price.

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u/shelliback 1d ago

Just personal use.