What thread to sew denim with?

Any fabric that requires a cut line will require the use of certain yarns. Thin threads are not suitable for dense fabric, and thick thread will look rough on delicate fabric. To choose the right thread, you need to know which number is suitable for such cases. If it comes to denim, then it is worth using special threads that will ensure the proper strength of the seam and will look organically on the finished product.

Denim has been very popular for many years, it is durable, aesthetic and comfortable to wear... Due to the peculiarities of the weaving of fibers, it is necessary for it to correctly select the threads with which the parts of the finished product are processed. Denim threads have a high tenacity to ensure a secure seam. There are three types of sewing thread:

• natural;
• chemical;
• combined.

Natural sewing threads are made using linen, silk and cotton. The chemical variety contains artificial and synthetic additives from polyamide, polyester, viscose and pollinosis. The combined variety consists of natural and chemical components.

Among the huge variety of threads that are used for different fabrics, the following types can be distinguished.

• Cotton... They can be used on almost any fabric. The numbering goes from 10 to 120, which indicates the thickness of the thread.
• Polyester... They are used for finishing fabrics and have high durability.
• Reinforced... Threads with increased strength can be used for different fabrics.
• Silk... Used for embroidery, decorative topstitching, blind seams.
• Nylon... They are used for sewing bags and shoes, they resist moisture well.
• Metallized... Designed for embroidery and decorative seams.
• Synthetic... Strong and reliable sewing thread.

Over time, denim has acquired a number of options:

• denim - a material where white and dyed fibers are intertwined;
• broken twill - an interweaving of embossed and even canvases in the form of a herringbone;
• gin - low quality cotton fabric, dyed in one shade;
• shambri - a subtle variety of matter, suitable for summer clothing;
• eikru - natural dense fabric without staining.

To sew a certain type of fabric, it is important to choose the right thread for it.... To work with thin denim, you need threads with numbers 50 or 60, if the fabric is thick, take numbers 30-40. On sale you can find threads at number 36, they are convenient and practical, suitable for working with basic types of fabric. For finishing stitching of denim, it is better to choose a needle with number 90, and the details are hemmed with a needle number 100. The thicker the needle, the better it copes with dense fabric, especially in the folds.

In order for the finished denim to look beautiful, you need to correctly use different threads for this material. The main seams are made with a reinforced variety. Due to the high strength of the threads and their strength, you can be sure that the seams will not come apart. The marking of such threads can be different: 65 ЛХ, 65 ЛХ-1 and 65 ЛЛ.

They are quite thin and durable, they do their job well.

The lettering on the marking indicates the composition of the threads:

• LH - it is lavsan and cotton;
• LL - flax and lavsan;
• LSh - lavsan and wool.

The correct selection of threads and needles will allow you to quickly and efficiently sew any denim clothing.

A particularly important criterion when choosing threads for denim is quality, which is determined by the reliability of the manufacturer. On sale you can find products of the following foreign brands.

• "Aman"... The manufacturer produces reinforced polyester threads Saba 50 and Saba 35, reinforced polyester cotton threads Rasant 75, thread for finishing stitching in a contrasting shade Saba 30.
• "Gutermann"... Produces reinforced polyester cotton threads H 120, H 75, H 35.
• Coats... Produces Epic 60 reinforced polyester threads, Dual Duty T-80 H reinforced polyester threads, Admiral T-60 cotton threads.
• RainBow... The company creates Ada A 202/120 polyester staple sewing threads.

In addition to these well-known brands, in stores you can find products from manufacturers such as:

• Micron;
• Denim Doc;
• Sumico;
• Astra & Craft;
• Gamma;
• Aurora, etc.

To choose the right thread for sewing denim, you need to follow several recommendations.

• Take with you a piece of fabric that you will be working with. This will help you choose the right color and thickness of the threads.
• Focus on the thickness of the needle. Most often, a needle number 100 is used for sewing, but there may be options from 90 to 110, depending on the thickness of the material.
• Do not use Soviet cotton threads: they do not sew well on denim and damage the sewing machine.
• Seek advice from sellers.
• Buy thread from specialized sewing stores.

By choosing the right thread for sewing or darning jeans, you can easily get the desired result.Thanks to the right threads, the sewing process will run smoothly, the seams will be even and neat, and the finished product will look great.