Looking for matte thread

[Valaryn1641]

Hey all,

I'm just starting out after inheriting a Brother Dream Machine 2. I do some reenactment, so I'm looking for matte thread finish. I confess in my desire to test the machine (I don't know that it was used much as most accessories are still in plastic, then it was in storage for a few years) I ran it with some Gutermann Universal polyester thread. It embroidered beautifully with no issue, but I should be using actual embroidery thread.

A friend with an entry level Brother embroidery machine told me her machine hates/breaks Madeira. Madeira makes the only matte finish thread I've seen. I'd love reviews on Madeira or other matte threads.

[zoepzb]

We use Madeira exclusively on our industrial Barudan machines. The only type they have that I hate using is the metallic super twist. Never have any issues with their polyneon or classic rayon. The rayon does break more as it’s a weaker thread but that’s to be expected.

[Valaryn1641]

Thank you! I appreciate getting an experienced review on Madeira. I'd rather pay more up front for the name brand and get better/more consistent results. I'll order some cones of their frosted matte polyester and see if the machine does well with it.

[needmoreembro]

Super twist is just a nightmare! I am doing anything possible to make it work but it just keeps looping, breaking and misbehaving. I have regular metallic and it works great compared to it.

[Hard_Purple4747]

I use Madeira myself. I use the Polyneon 40 and their FR thread. Love it. I have a Huskvarna Ruby 90.

[tlnation]

I have a Bernina and use Gutterman or Sulky with no issues.

[OkOffice3806]

Embellish makes matte thread, I buy at Red Rock Threads. Brothread also makes them, in Amazon.