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Durable foundation piecing with WonderFil’s DecoBob thread

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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

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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.
Paul Leger April 3, 2017 - 11:31 pm
you are most welcome
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.
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.
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. :-)
Paul Leger March 29, 2017 - 9:15 pm
You are very welcome Elizabeth
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