I've used polyester without difficulty. It's a bit stiffer than cotton, so can jump the hitch if the bobbins are too light, but it's nowhere near like metallics in that respect. I've also used Nymo beading thread, which is, I think, nylon. No trouble at all.
In the short run, polyester is more inert than cotton; less prone to shrinkage, wrinkles, or absorption of moisture. Pure polyester is considered archival because there's no acidity in it. However, it really hasn't been around long enough to know what it will do in the long term, compared to linen or cotton. For all I know, it disintegrates after 50 years. If this project you have in mind is meant to survive through your great-gandkids' lifetime, keep this in mind. If it's for your lifetime, I don't see a big problem. Robin P. Los Angeles, California, USA (formerly Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) [EMAIL PROTECTED] ----- Original Message ----- From: Pene Piip <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> I know that lacemakers prefer to use nature fibres - such as cotton, linen & silk which are most commonly available. But is there anything wrong with using 100% polyester sewing cotton? Does it have any quirky characteristics? - To unsubscribe send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
