Does thread have the right end?

lovestitches

Hi,

I recently read online that to some stitchers out there, embroidery thread has a right end and if you do it right, the thread will lay flater, neater and less likely to get entangled. I have never paid attention to this but if this is true, maybe its worth some extra efforts. Sometimes I feel some threads seem to behave better but its maybe just the thread, not the threads end.

Could someone give me some vote according to your personal experience? Thanks!

Trudy432

I always thought it was just consistency between threads--keep pulling from the same end to double up threads

cute.panda.sue

Im not sure what you mean by a "right" end... I just try my best to keep the threads even and not twisted so it wont be bumpy...

lovestitches

Yenilaia replied at 2013-6-30 16:40
Im not sure what you mean by a "right" end... I just try my best to keep the threads even and not t ...

Heres what I learnt:

31.3 The Right End of the Floss

You may have read posts which talked about "the right end" or "the direction" of the thread. Lets talk about what it means and why you should or shouldnt care. Yes, this is another of those issues where the professionals disagree.

Here are condensed comments from the different schools of thought.

School 1: Floss has a right end, and the end matters.

The end that comes out of the skein first is the right end.
If the floss is already cut, hold the two ends in one hand, between the thumb and forefinger. Allow about one half inch from each end to stick up. Now tap lightly down onto both ends at once with your other forefinger. The end that spreads more, or "blossoms" is the "right" end.
To find the right end for a single strand of floss, hold it up and run it between your thumb and forefinger. The direction that feels smoother is the right direction, and the top is the right end.
The needle should be threaded with the right end. The stitches lie better, and knots are less likely to happen.
It is bad form to stitch without paying attention to thread direction.
Some people find it easier to separate a strand when it is removed from the right end. They have less problem with tangling.
School 2: Floss has a right end, and the end doesnt matter.

If it takes a magnifying glass to see the difference in the stitches, keeping track of the right end of the thread is a waste of time.
The loop method of starting stitches (where by definition one strand is the right way and one the wrong) can help keep the back of the picture neat.
School 3: Floss does not have a right end.

There is no difference, and the tests for the "right" end give inconsistent results.
The big floss manufacturers claim that their floss does not have a nap, and therefore does not have a right end.
Modern processing methods result in flosses and yarns which do not have a right end.

cute.panda.sue

Oh...WOW... I have never realized/noticed something like that... And Im hoping I wont have to with my new project since Ive purchased some Thread Heaven to help with the thread going through smoother and less fraying/knotting... But that is interesting  to read. O.O

abbysmom1976

Hmmmm didnt know that!  I have never embroidered but I wonder if its the same with cross stitch thread?  Good question!

energizerbuny

Needles thread easier from the "right end"

rteixeira63

lovestitches replied at 2013-6-30 03:52
Heres what I learnt:

31.3 The Right End of the Floss

Thanks for sharing this lovestitches. Extremely interesting.

SueF

I find that it doesnt matter. If you wash it when youre done, all the threads even out and shine! :)

bigred

I didnt know that thanks for the info

GrannyNeedle55

Thanks for all the information.  Im sure as technology advances, our floss is made better and smoother.  Im just glad I dont have to make my own.:lol