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🧵 We’re headed to the 33rd Annual Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza!Join YLI Threads at Pennsylvania’s largest an...
09/03/2026

🧵 We’re headed to the 33rd Annual Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza!

Join YLI Threads at Pennsylvania’s largest and most comprehensive quilt festival, featuring hundreds of inspiring quilts, textile art, and a Merchants Mall filled with everything quilters need.

Stop by Booth #414 to browse your favorite YLI threads, ask questions, and chat with our team!

🎤 Thread Mastery with Bob Purcell
Bob will be presenting his Thread Mastery lecture every day of the show at 12 p.m. Best of all, the lecture is FREE!

📍 Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, Oaks, PA
📅 September 17–20, 2026
🧵 Booth #414

🎟️ Admission: $18 and includes readmission each day. Sunday only admission is $16. Tickets are available for purchase on site during show hours.

Learn more about the show and plan your visit at QuiltFest.com.

08/31/2026

Welcome back to Ask Bob!

Today's question:
🪡 What's the best needle to use when quilting?

Bob has spent decades talking with professional quilters, embroiderers, and sewists, and the answer might not be what you expect.

Watch to learn why the topstitch needle has become his go to recommendation.

💬 Have a question for Bob? Leave it in the comments and it may be featured in a future Ask Bob episode!

🧵 We're heading to the Wisconsin Quilt Show!Join YLI Threads at the Alliant Energy Center from Sept 10–12 and visit us a...
08/27/2026

🧵 We're heading to the Wisconsin Quilt Show!

Join YLI Threads at the Alliant Energy Center from Sept 10–12 and visit us at Booth #313–314.

🎤 While you're there, don't miss Bob Purcell's Thread Mastery Institute lectures, where he'll share practical tips on:

• Thread types and characteristics
• When to use different thread types
• Thread weights made easy
• Needles and tension settings
• Troubleshooting common thread issues

Learn more or register:
quiltshow.com

We're always excited to hear how our fabrics become part of your projects. Thank you Karen, for your kind review and sup...
08/24/2026

We're always excited to hear how our fabrics become part of your projects. Thank you Karen, for your kind review and support!

Featured fabric: Victoria VICT05671EP###### Pink and White Vines

Thread Talk Thursday 🧵Cotton thread is one of the most versatile choices for quilting and sewing. Here are just a few pr...
08/20/2026

Thread Talk Thursday 🧵

Cotton thread is one of the most versatile choices for quilting and sewing. Here are just a few projects where it shines:

• Traditional quilts
• Hand quilting
• Projects with a matte finish
• Quilts that will be washed frequently

Whether you're piecing, quilting, or adding the finishing touches, cotton thread offers a natural look that many quilters love!

Looking for a thread that blends beautifully into your quilting projects? Precision is a fine 60 wt. polyester thread de...
08/17/2026

Looking for a thread that blends beautifully into your quilting projects?

Precision is a fine 60 wt. polyester thread designed for detailed quilting, appliqué, binding, stitch in the ditch, and English Paper Piecing. Its smooth, lint free construction helps create clean results without adding bulk to your seams.

Plus, Precision prewound bobbins hold up to 70% more thread than self-wound bobbins, so you can spend more time quilting and less time changing bobbins 👏

Not sure which needle size to use?Here's a quick guide to three of the most common topstitch needle sizes:🧵 80/12Best fo...
08/13/2026

Not sure which needle size to use?

Here's a quick guide to three of the most common topstitch needle sizes:

🧵 80/12
Best for 50 wt threads and everyday piecing, quilting, and sewing.

🧵 90/14
A great choice for 40 wt threads when you want your quilting stitches to stand out.

🧵 100/16
Designed for heavier threads and bold, visible stitching.

Matching your needle size to your thread weight can help improve stitch quality and reduce thread issues.

Which needle size do you reach for most often?

Nothing means more to us than hearing how our thread becomes part of your favorite projects 🧵💜Thank you, Sandra, for you...
08/10/2026

Nothing means more to us than hearing how our thread becomes part of your favorite projects 🧵💜

Thank you, Sandra, for your kind words and for choosing YLI Threads. Knowing our thread has earned a place in your sewing room is the highest compliment we could receive.

Fabric spotlight: The fabric featured in the background is Seasonal Basics Spring

🧵 Thread Talk ThursdaySo, how do you choose the best thread for your quilt?Instead of asking whether cotton or polyester...
08/06/2026

🧵 Thread Talk Thursday

So, how do you choose the best thread for your quilt?

Instead of asking whether cotton or polyester is "better," start by asking yourself four questions:

• How visible do you want your stitching to be? Choose a finer thread to blend in or a heavier thread to make your quilting stand out.

• What finish are you looking for? Matte threads create a softer look, while higher sheen threads add more sparkle and definition.

• Do you prefer cotton or polyester? Each fiber has its own benefits, so the best choice depends on your project and personal preference.

When you answer those four questions, choosing the right thread becomes much easier.

Learn more at the link in our bio.

Not sure which YLI thread is right for your project?Our Thread Matchmaker takes the guesswork out of choosing thread!✔️ ...
08/03/2026

Not sure which YLI thread is right for your project?

Our Thread Matchmaker takes the guesswork out of choosing thread!

✔️ Select your technique
✔️ Get recommended thread collections
✔️ Start stitching with confidence.

Find your perfect match!

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