Underquilt Materials

[Hikermdc]

You could try it, but Ramblinrev had some wise words on why we use polyester thread rather than nylon for DIY projects.

Really? I almost bought the outdoor thread which is 100% poly. What did Ramblinrev say?

[Thumbs]

Consensus is that polyester is the best choice for our type of gear and of the poly threads, Gütermann seems to be the best.

[boulderv7]

Nylon thread typically stretches and home sewing machines have trouble keeping a consistent tension while sewing. At least in my limited experience. I quickly learned my machine hated that thread.

[potshot]

About to attempt the same with a Kelty Cosmic 20 bag which I managed to pickup for a song during an Amazon lightning sale. Interested in hearing how it goes. Now I just need to find the time to sit down and wrestle with the thread injector...

[Norg]

The best deal I have found on Gutterman thread was at cleanersupply.com. They have the larger spools (that is, larger than what I have seen at JoAnns), it's listed as 1,094 yards per spool, for $2.49. They have a huge selection of colors. I don't remember what the shipping was for it but it wasn't too expensive.

[Hikermdc]

Nylon thread typically stretches and home sewing machines have trouble keeping a consistent tension while sewing. At least in my limited experience. I quickly learned my machine hated that thread.

Yeah. It took a bit to get it to work well. Once it did, I moved right along. I'll try the poly for the next UQ.