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Thread conditioners...
some products simply make life easier!

Have you ever stitched half the length of your thread only to discover that four stitches ago a knot happened and the only solution is to rip and re-do? A very helpful aid for keeping thread smooth and reducing the likelihood of knotting is to use a thread conditioner such as Thread Heaven™. Running your thread over the conditioner before you begin to work adds a fine sheath to its surface. The thread will fray less quickly, draw through the fabric more easily, and will be far less apt to tangle. The conditioner is designed for use on fine fabrics—it is acid free, won't stain, and also waterproofs your thread until it is washed. The best news is, you can use it on any projects from cross-stitch to quilting!

Here's to beautiful stitching!

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