Cones
Moderators: rcperryls, Rose, karen4bells, Serinde, Alex
- BizzieLizzie
- Posts: 2028
- Joined: Wed Apr 13, 2011 1:12 pm
- Location: Vale of Glamorgan, Wales
Cones
I was just idly daydreaming about tonight's stitching session (no surprise there ) and thinking about getting some Anchor black to replace my DMC black. If I got the Anchor black on cones would it work out cheaper than skeins and are they the same type of thread, just packaged differently? Is there anything else I should take into consideration when using cones, such as how to store them?
Sew many patterns, sew little time!
WIP
HAED Drawing Room
HAED Stitchers Retreat
Lion Profile
Coniferous Forest
WIP
HAED Drawing Room
HAED Stitchers Retreat
Lion Profile
Coniferous Forest
Re: Cones
I think its RosemaryH that has Anchor threads left from the shop perhaps she has cones as well Worth a try
Found it
http://www.crossstitchforum.com/viewtop ... 99#p478899" target="_blank
Found it
http://www.crossstitchforum.com/viewtop ... 99#p478899" target="_blank
- jocellogirl
- Posts: 4070
- Joined: Wed Feb 23, 2011 8:05 pm
- Location: Birmingham, England
Re: Cones
I've also been wondering about black substitutes and have found that Madeira black covers even better than Anchor in my opinion. You can find them at Barnyards. I haven't found a supplier of Anchor cones who deals with the general public rather than trade, although I'm still looking.
ETA just re-read your original question, sorry for going off on a tangent . I have a cone of DMC black and I just keep it in a drawer and it seems to be fine. I think cones are exactly the same thread as skeins, just in bulk for people who want to make up kits (or do insane things like stitching HAEDs which require 40 odd skeins of the same colour )
ETA just re-read your original question, sorry for going off on a tangent . I have a cone of DMC black and I just keep it in a drawer and it seems to be fine. I think cones are exactly the same thread as skeins, just in bulk for people who want to make up kits (or do insane things like stitching HAEDs which require 40 odd skeins of the same colour )
Jo x
WIP:
Celtic Autumn
On the back burner:
HAEDs Rhyme and Reason
Trio Godspeed Sistine Chapel
Around the World in 80 stitches, Herbularius
WIP:
Celtic Autumn
On the back burner:
HAEDs Rhyme and Reason
Trio Godspeed Sistine Chapel
Around the World in 80 stitches, Herbularius
Re: Cones
Anchor cones here But cannot see black
http://www.willowfabrics.com/acatalog/S ... offer.html" target="_blank" target="_blank
Bargain ???
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/24-Black-Anch ... 0873751140" target="_blank
http://www.willowfabrics.com/acatalog/S ... offer.html" target="_blank" target="_blank
Bargain ???
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/24-Black-Anch ... 0873751140" target="_blank
Re: Cones
Reta wrote:I think its RosemaryH that has Anchor threads left from the shop perhaps she has cones as well Worth a try
Found it
http://www.crossstitchforum.com/viewtop ... 99#p478899" target="_blank" target="_blank
What a memory you have. I did not have a shop but supplied sewing groups with their stitching needs so same thing really. When I moved to Spain my daughter opened a craft shop so she had all of my cones minus about 50 metres or so of each colour that I brought with me.
The thread on the cones is exactly the same as the skeins as it all comes from the same supplier but as far as I know they only supply to business people but of course this information might well be out of date. Storage is the same too, keep it dry and out of the sun.
Rosemary
I’m part of the Transworld Book Group!’
-
- Posts: 1170
- Joined: Fri Oct 28, 2011 11:53 pm
- Location: Queensland Australia
Re: Cones
The quality of DMC has deteriorated terribly.I have very old DMC skeins and the quality is far superior to what is selling today.
I have a big Blackwork piece to do and am thinking of using Anchor as it seems better quality.
I have a big Blackwork piece to do and am thinking of using Anchor as it seems better quality.
Marilyn in SE Queensland
"People who hate cats will come back as mice in their next life."
http://members.optusnet.com.au/~mmoorhouse" target="_blank" target="_blank"
"People who hate cats will come back as mice in their next life."
http://members.optusnet.com.au/~mmoorhouse" target="_blank" target="_blank"
- Mystonique
- Posts: 2032
- Joined: Mon Aug 02, 2010 3:10 am
Re: Cones
[quote="Stitchinkitty"]The quality of DMC has deteriorated terribly.I have very old DMC skeins and the quality is far superior to what is selling today. quote]
I have thought this as well. It's very disappointing because it means that work will not last through the ages like it should and when you put so much effort and love in your really want it to last and be handed down.
I have thought this as well. It's very disappointing because it means that work will not last through the ages like it should and when you put so much effort and love in your really want it to last and be handed down.
Myst..
- BizzieLizzie
- Posts: 2028
- Joined: Wed Apr 13, 2011 1:12 pm
- Location: Vale of Glamorgan, Wales
Re: Cones
Yep, that's me! http://heavenandearthdesigns.com/index. ... ts_id=8470" target="_blankjocellogirl wrote: (or do insane things like stitching HAEDs which require 40 odd skeins of the same colour )
Thank you for your help, everyone - I'll take a look at the links.
Sew many patterns, sew little time!
WIP
HAED Drawing Room
HAED Stitchers Retreat
Lion Profile
Coniferous Forest
WIP
HAED Drawing Room
HAED Stitchers Retreat
Lion Profile
Coniferous Forest
Re: Cones
And me... http://heavenandearthdesigns.com/index. ... ts_id=5769" target="_blank
I've been told that Madeira is the best black for coverage by a designer who supplies DMC and Madeira.
I've been told that Madeira is the best black for coverage by a designer who supplies DMC and Madeira.
- jocellogirl
- Posts: 4070
- Joined: Wed Feb 23, 2011 8:05 pm
- Location: Birmingham, England
Re: Cones
Oh Serinde, that's at the top of my wishlist . I'm definitely going to get a cone of black Madeira for my Burden. I've been using the Madeira threads supplied with my Mr Men Bothy Threads kit I've just finished and the coverage of black is exceptional, even on 14 count.
Can't wait to see you start Gandalf
Can't wait to see you start Gandalf
Jo x
WIP:
Celtic Autumn
On the back burner:
HAEDs Rhyme and Reason
Trio Godspeed Sistine Chapel
Around the World in 80 stitches, Herbularius
WIP:
Celtic Autumn
On the back burner:
HAEDs Rhyme and Reason
Trio Godspeed Sistine Chapel
Around the World in 80 stitches, Herbularius
- BizzieLizzie
- Posts: 2028
- Joined: Wed Apr 13, 2011 1:12 pm
- Location: Vale of Glamorgan, Wales
Re: Cones
I've just got back from buying a couple of skeins of Anchor 403 from Hobbycraft so I can crack on with Adobe White (I'm on his right ear at the moment) over the weekend.http://heavenandearthdesigns.com/index. ... ts_id=5872" target="_blank" target="_blank
Jo, I've never used Madeira but given what your designer friends says, I think I'll take the plunge and order a cone. Thanks for the tip off!
Jo, I've never used Madeira but given what your designer friends says, I think I'll take the plunge and order a cone. Thanks for the tip off!
Sew many patterns, sew little time!
WIP
HAED Drawing Room
HAED Stitchers Retreat
Lion Profile
Coniferous Forest
WIP
HAED Drawing Room
HAED Stitchers Retreat
Lion Profile
Coniferous Forest
-
- Posts: 784
- Joined: Mon Apr 27, 2009 10:02 pm
Re: Cones
Can you actually buy Madeira on cones? I have looked and can't find anyone or the price either?
- Mrs Milkybar Kid
- Posts: 4402
- Joined: Sun Apr 17, 2011 4:05 pm
- Location: Cornwall,UK
Re: Cones
You can buy the cones here Glen....... I haven't bought from this supplier before though so can't vouch for them.
Amanda
Band Sampler (SANQ)
Elle Brodes des Lettres Carmin (Reflets de Soie)
Alice (Aury TM)
Mini Tears of Yesterday (HAED)
Miss Cherry Blossom (Mirabilia)
Instagram @mrsmilkybarkidstitches
Band Sampler (SANQ)
Elle Brodes des Lettres Carmin (Reflets de Soie)
Alice (Aury TM)
Mini Tears of Yesterday (HAED)
Miss Cherry Blossom (Mirabilia)
Instagram @mrsmilkybarkidstitches
- nachosmiley
- Posts: 2259
- Joined: Sun Mar 27, 2011 2:46 pm
- Location: Rugby, England
Re: Cones
I have bought from there before and had no complaints....I may get one and sell my dmc Black cone on eBay if I prefer the Madeira (I haven't used any of it yet)
W.I.P.
My Altair chart 66.11%
Chatelaine Mystery XV-Deep Blue Sea 6/12
HAED Mini Fairy Book 43.55%
HAED Lady in the Meadow 13.07%
Finishes
Duality
Zelda valentine
Beware of the DM
HAED SK Oak King
Magic Dragon
My Altair chart 66.11%
Chatelaine Mystery XV-Deep Blue Sea 6/12
HAED Mini Fairy Book 43.55%
HAED Lady in the Meadow 13.07%
Finishes
Duality
Zelda valentine
Beware of the DM
HAED SK Oak King
Magic Dragon
Re: Cones
Wish I had known more about this before I had restarted Burden with Anchor Black. Better than DMC but certainly could even have been better. I will remember for the next time I've got a lot of black to do. My plan is to always have at least 1 LOTR pieces as a WIP. I have mini Eternal Promise but would love to do the others. Does anyone know if you can find Madeira over here? I haven't really looked, but I don't see it at 123Stitch.
Carole
Carole
WIPs
Star Wars Afghan:Chewbaca
HAEDs:
O Kitten Tree
Dancing with the Cat
Everything else "on hold"
2022 Finished: Star Wars Afghan: Princess Leia, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, Finn, Rey, Poe, Han Solo,Darth Vader, BB8,Luke Skywalker
Star Wars Afghan:Chewbaca
HAEDs:
O Kitten Tree
Dancing with the Cat
Everything else "on hold"
2022 Finished: Star Wars Afghan: Princess Leia, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, Finn, Rey, Poe, Han Solo,Darth Vader, BB8,Luke Skywalker
-
- Posts: 784
- Joined: Mon Apr 27, 2009 10:02 pm
Re: Cones
Thanks Amanda, there is always someone here who can come up with the answer to questions. Is the black so much better than DMC and Anchor? and does that go for the other colours too, are they all thicker than Anchor?
Re: Cones
Anyone know if you can get Anchor black (403) in cones? I buy bulk lots from a seller in the UK on EBay and it's pretty inexpensive, but would love to find cones...
Dana
WIPs
HAEDS
Lovers, Christmas Fairy, Goblins Fae Guide, Autumn Pears, Ride the Wind, Chimera Black Rose, Surfers Dream, Witching Hour, QS Nostlagy, Lg Treasure Hunt Bookshelf, Owen
Chatelaine
Konstantinople Hamam, Serengeti, Alpine Seasons
WIPs
HAEDS
Lovers, Christmas Fairy, Goblins Fae Guide, Autumn Pears, Ride the Wind, Chimera Black Rose, Surfers Dream, Witching Hour, QS Nostlagy, Lg Treasure Hunt Bookshelf, Owen
Chatelaine
Konstantinople Hamam, Serengeti, Alpine Seasons
-
- Posts: 1170
- Joined: Fri Oct 28, 2011 11:53 pm
- Location: Queensland Australia
Re: Cones
Amanda you are truly evilI checked the site and found so many things that I was after apart from the Madeira black floss.
They have the most secure site I have ever encountered.I think I'm in love.
Prices can be shown in your own currency(within reason) and shipping's not too bad.
They have the most secure site I have ever encountered.I think I'm in love.
Prices can be shown in your own currency(within reason) and shipping's not too bad.
Marilyn in SE Queensland
"People who hate cats will come back as mice in their next life."
http://members.optusnet.com.au/~mmoorhouse" target="_blank" target="_blank"
"People who hate cats will come back as mice in their next life."
http://members.optusnet.com.au/~mmoorhouse" target="_blank" target="_blank"
- BizzieLizzie
- Posts: 2028
- Joined: Wed Apr 13, 2011 1:12 pm
- Location: Vale of Glamorgan, Wales
Re: Cones
I ordered the cones from them on Saturday and they arrived today. No complaints from me!Mrs Milkybar Kid wrote:You can buy the cones here Glen....... I haven't bought from this supplier before though so can't vouch for them.
Sew many patterns, sew little time!
WIP
HAED Drawing Room
HAED Stitchers Retreat
Lion Profile
Coniferous Forest
WIP
HAED Drawing Room
HAED Stitchers Retreat
Lion Profile
Coniferous Forest