How to Store Your Sewing Thread for Long-Lasting Quality

Does your sewing machine ever cause you trouble with its thread breaking or pulling out knots while you are sewing? This can be really frustrating. Asking yourself why this is occurring and how to fix the issue that seems so insignificant? If you store your thread correctly, it can keep the Thread fresh for a long time. Today we would like to introduce you some helpful tips about how to keep your sewing threads with Yiheng products which will surely be beneficial to you.

Tips for Proper Storage:

Thread ergonomics would likely be the most crucial part of keeping your sewing thread stored. If you don't, you might find that your Thread doesn't perform when you need it to. Here are a few easy tips to keep in mind to keep your sewing thread secure and in working order:

Keep Your Thread in the Dark – Keep your thread away from direct sunlight. Over time, sunlight may weaken the colors and also weaken the thread. A dark location is optimal.

Don't Get Too Close to Heat Sources: Covered yarn Avoid letting your thread get close to heaters, stoves, or any sources of heat. Heat will soften the plastic spools that carry the thread, or buckle them so the thread will no longer feed freely.

Humidity is Hated or Avoid Humidity: Humidity is also one of the greatest enemies of sewing thread. Too wet, and you may be rotting or rusting your Thread. That is why it is important that you keep your thread in a dry, cool place.

Choose a Good Place to Store it: A thread rack or sewing box are ideal places to keep your thread. Store it there so that it is safe from use until the time you want to use it.

Organise Your Threads: Get your thread organised by colour, weight, or type. Then when you're ready to sew, this will enable you to locate the correct thread in a hurry. Not only does it enable you to get your thread organised, but it also enables you to see what you already have.

Where to Store Sewing Thread: Best Solutions

You may think of a few things to work with when it comes to storing your sewing thread well. Options include thread boxes, thread racks, and thread drawers. Each one has its advantages.

Thread Boxes: They are the best choice to store your sewing thread in a secure way. They are small, light, and easy to use. Another favorite brand of mine is Yiheng that produces the Stack-n-Store Bobbin Tower. This unique box has room for up to 30 bobbins and spools, and has a clear lid, so you can view all your thread without opening the box.

Thread Racks — If you have a lot of threads, a thread rack might be in your future. These racks keep your threads organized and within easy reach. Yiheng offers several different kinds of thread racks, including the All-Purpose Wire Rack. The 120 spools of this rack lay and mount on yourself with hardware that was included with it to mount on one of your walls or furniture. That way you always have your threads nearby.

Thread Drawers – If you prefer to store your threads in a more advanced manner, thread drawers could be the way to go. These are typically made of wood or plastic in the event of various section for various types of threads. Yiheng has a Wood Thread Box that can store up to 60 spools and has a clear front panel. This allows you to see what you have without needing to open the box.

Sewers and Their Storage Solutions:

If you are a serious sewer and have a great many threads, then you should consider more sophisticated storage solutions. Listed below are a few of the best options which serious sewers might consider looking into:

Yiheng Thread Organizer Box: A sturdy and generous storage solution, accommodating up to 40 spools. It comes with adjustable dividers, so you can resize the compartments as required. Not to mention, it comes with a clear lid so you can see what's happening inside at all times.

Sewing Thread Cabinet If you are searching for a high-end storage unit, the Sewing Thread Cabinet is perfect. Accommodates up to 120 spools of thread in the cabinet. It includes pull-out drawers for convenient access to your thread, adjustable shelves that can be stacked larger or smaller based on what you're storing, and a locking door to secure your threads in order and protected.

Yiheng Thread Storage Tower: This is a 60 spool storage. It has a compact footprint, adjustable pegs and a rotating base. Yes, you can turn it over to look for the thread you require with ease.

The Dos and Don'ts of Storing Your Sewing Supplies:

Do and Don'ts of Storing Your Sewing Thread Here are a few hints to help you:

Do Store Your Thread in a Dry Place Always keep your thread in a dry and cool location. This wraps tightly around the screw and does not damage the thread.

Do Not Store Your Thread in Direct Sunlight: Thread must be stored away from direct sunlight and high heat. It will fade, melt, or warp the thread and spools.

Do Organize Your Thread: …sort it out by colour, weight or type. Knowing the type of thread you want for sewing, it will make it that much simpler to locate it when you require.

Do not overcrowd your storage choice: Don't overcrowd your your storage choice. If you stuff too many threads in one spot, the threads catch up on each other or break.

Do Use Good Storage Solutions: Good storage products, such as Yiheng products, will keep your thread in good shape for a long time.

Sewing Thread Storage Hacks:

Enough said, here are some sewing thread storage hacks to make your sewing the best it can be.

The Who Knows What This is For: Clothespin Trick This can prevent the thread from getting tangled up when you're working.

Use and Label Your Thread: It is so handy to label your thread spools by color, weight, and type. This way, you can locate what you need more easily when you are beginning a new project

Place in Plastic Bag with desiccant: Store your thread spools in a plastic bag with a desiccant packet. This will absorb any moisture, keeping your thread free from damage.

Magnetic strip for tools Utilize a magnetic strip to store your needles, scissors, and thread cutters. That way, you will have an idea where your tools are when you need them.

Pegboard to Easily Access: Suspend your thread racks or drawers on a pegboard so that you can easily access your threads. This will keep everything in order and enable you to easily take what you need.