Lagniappe Peddler
  • LAGNIAPPE PEDDLER BLOG
  • ABOUT OUR DESIGNS
  • DESIGNS BY CATEGORY
  • SALE SALE SALE
  • FREE EMBROIDERY DESIGNS
  • CONTACT LAGNIAPPE PEDDLER
  • ABOUT LAGNIAPPE PEDDLER
  • VIDEO TUTORIALS AND SEW FOR A CAUSE

Variegated Thread For Embroidery

9/29/2019

 
Picture
I love to try different elements in my embroidery and one of those is using variegated thread.  You may have seen this type thread at your local sewing store but were hesitant to purchase it.  There are  many brands on the market and they do have some differences.  The main similarity is that they have multiple colors along the length of the thread. The distance of the color changes can be longer or shorter. Also, I have purchased both polyester and rayon.
Picture
This brand also has what is called a "twisted" variety.  When it stitches out, you can see two threads that are twisted together instead of one that has been dyed different colors.
Picture
Here is what I have in my stash.  They look really pretty lined up don't they?  I like seeing them displayed but sometimes it is difficult to know which color to use in my project. You have to look really closely at them because they will surprise you.  Your eye may not see all of the colors because they can blend together.
Picture
I took all of the numbers and names of my threads in stock and created a design in my embroidery software. This way I could "test" stitch each one out and see what they actually look like.
Picture
 Here is that "twisted" variety
Picture
Here is one of the dyed threads.
Picture
Here is one of those that surprised me when it stitched out. Look at the thread cone closely. Do you see the Peach color in the thread?
Picture
Do you see it here in the closer version of  "2367"?  I didn't see it at first and would never have picked it in a project that had peach colors until I stitched it out.
Picture
I like to buy fleece in large yardage to practice some of my designs and also keep them for future reference.
Picture
Here are all of my variegated threads stitched out on the fleece. See how I used the thread number or name? Now I can grab the correct one just by looking at this stitchout.
Picture
Picture
I just trimmed the fleece to a size that would fit into a binder with plastic sheet covers.
Picture
Now I have a permanent organized way to see what variegated thread I have in stock and exactly what it should look like when it is stitched out. This will save me from choosing colors that might not go together in my projects. It is also a great way to get inspired to create something and use those materials I have on hand.  I have also used this as a tool to show customers alternatives in their designs. You would be surprised how fun it is seeing a simple design changed just by using variegated thread. Maybe you have some in your stash? If so, have some fun and give it a try. I hope you have enjoyed this post, share what you learn and are generous with what you create. Someone will appreciate your hard work!

Comments are closed.

    Follow Me On Facebook

    Author

    Lagniappe Peddler believes that the process of working with our hands can be one of the best forms of healing the hurts in our lives and welcomes all who visit this safe little corner of the world.

    What is a Lagniappe Peddler?

    ˌlanˈyap,ˈlanˌyap - something given as a bonus or extra gift
    ped-ler - a person who offers merchandise for sale or promotes something

    Archives

    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    December 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    June 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016
    January 2016
    December 2015
    November 2015
    October 2015
    August 2015
    July 2015
    June 2015

    Blog Categories

    All
    Amore Restore
    Home And Garden
    Knitting
    Machine Embroidery
    Quilting
    Sewing

    Picture

    This website uses marketing and tracking technologies. Opting out of this will opt you out of all cookies, except for those needed to run the website. Note that some products may not work as well without tracking cookies.

    Opt Out of Cookies

Lagniappe Peddler LLC

Picture
© COPYRIGHT 2015-2023. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.