Durable foundation piecing with WonderFil’s DecoBob thread by Paul Leger March 29, 2017 written by Paul Leger March 29, 2017 783 So glad you’re back to learn more about WonderFil’s DecoBob Prewound Bobbins. Yesterday, I wrote about how well DecoBob threads blend with fabrics. Today, I’ll share my experiences with the strength of DecoBob thread as I show you a quilt block that’s done by foundation piecing. WonderFil’s DecoBob Prewound Bobbins Since we started the week myth-busting, here’s another myth I’ve heard: lightweight, thin threads like DecoBob are not strong due to their smaller size and weight. Let me assure you that it is strong. Its strength comes from the fact that it’s a poly thread. I thought that the easiest way to show you how strong DecoBob threads are would be to do a foundation-pieced block. To do this demonstration, I decided to use regular, everyday white paper that you can find in any home printer or copier. I also put DecoBob thread on a spool holder to ensure that the 80wt thread would show on the paper side of the block. Note: Should you need a refresher on foundation piecing, you may wish to have a look at this QUILTsocial blog post. WonderFil’s DecoBob Prewound Bobbins As for any foundation block, I reduced my stitch length to an approximate stitch length setting of 2. I admit that I’m not gentle when it comes to removing the paper from a foundation-pieced block. It’s normal that there may be a little slack in the thread due to the relative thickness of the paper. After the paper is removed, the stitching remains intact and neat. Below is a picture of the foundation-pieced block I made using DecoBob’s80wt thread. Foundation-pieced block With DecoBob thread you can be assured of constructing a quality quilt block. Now I’ll go back to the sewing machine and construct three more similar blocks to make a small quilt. For the pattern for the above block, click on the picture below to download the PDF I hope you’ll come back tomorrow as I continue my journey in the land of WonderFil DecoBob Prewound Bobbins! Foundation piecing, click on the picture to download PDF This is part 3 of 5 in this series. Go back to part 2: Can you really use different thread weights in your bobbin and spool? Go to part 4: For trouble-free machine applique use WonderFil DecoBob Prewound Bobbins Print this page or save as a PDF 0qs148bdecobobfoundation piecingprewound bobbinswonderfil FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinRedditWhatsappTelegramEmail Paul Leger I took my first quilting course in September 1994 in Barrie, Ontario, near the armed forces base where I was stationed. After moving to Ottawa in 1996, I joined my first guild. I took more courses and began to buy quilting books and lots of fabrics. Quilting has become my passion. I have made over 150 more quilts since then, and have never looked back. I now share my knowledge of quilting by teaching and doing presentations, and blogging! previous post QUILTsocial Giveaway 149: Northcott Urban Elementz Fabric Bundle next post Jumpstart your free motion quilting on this elephant baby quilt YOU MAY ALSO LIKE... Why DecoBob isn’t your average bobbin thread Use Silco thread to add more punch to... When your quilting calls for threads to be... 1 foolproof method for perfect, smooth and clean... Why WonderFil Tutti thread is so good for... How Accent, Mirage and Spagetti threads highlight appliqued... 1 easy way to add a quilt binding,... Using combinations of 100wt, 80wt, 50wt, 12wt threads... Why using Invisafil thread is best for adding... 6 comments Jamie April 3, 2017 - 8:50 pm I will have to look for WonderFil’s DecoBob Prewound Bobbins. I too worry about the threads when I’m tearing the foundation paper off. Thanks for the post. Reply Paul Leger April 3, 2017 - 11:31 pm you are most welcome Reply Becky Windham March 29, 2017 - 11:57 pm Since I found your blog, I look forward to each post – all so informative and straightforward. It’s renewed my interest in quilting again. I would love to try these prewound bobbins – so many beautiful colors. Reply Paul Leger March 31, 2017 - 10:22 am HI Becky, Glad you like these blogs. they are a wealth of information and tips. GO to your local quilt store and ask for them. Reply Elizabeth Matthiesen March 29, 2017 - 8:51 pm I love coming here and reading the various posts and all the tips and tutorials. The WonderFil’s DecoBob Prewound Bobbins sound like a super idea to me. Thanks for sharing your knowledge Paul. 🙂 Reply Paul Leger March 29, 2017 - 9:15 pm You are very welcome Elizabeth Reply Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.
