I recently obtained some madeira and sulky threads to do some wraping with, do mainly because of the vibrant colors and reading about it on the post. Before I started anything I decided to do a test on a scrap blank. I wrapped a black underwrap and tried a true red and an autumn gold over it and applied cp. I let it dry and found the black bled through. I am new to these threads having always used gudebrod, and I am wondering if this is one of these things where you cannot do this no matter what, or am I doing something wrong. I hate to think I cannot work with these threads, because, I did see some truly bright and vibrant colors that would make outstanding wraps and weaves....I would greatly appreciate any help or suggestions...thanks

I think there was a post last week about putting CP on the first layer also. Someone posted about blue and yellow threads turning green with CP only on the top layer.

In my experience, these threads will take more CP than you normally use with Gudebrod A. I usually use 5 or 6 coats of 811 if I'm using sulky. Less than that, and it will get splotchy. Try using different numbers of coats on some scrap, and try to simulate a guide foot if you can. You can figure out the minimum amount of your type of CP that is required with your finish. Packing is also more critical with the smaller thread diameter. And be sure to apply extra heavy CP coats around your guide feet. You can do it, but you need to work harder at it than with the regular size A thread.

Frank, I have found the Sulky threads streach considerbly and are a bear to pack successfully. You might try easing off on your thread tension a bit and see it that helps.

I love the colors, but use only the metalics because of this.

Regards......Doug@
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I just started using Madiera and found that three coats of Flex Coat CP worked fine. Even using very light blue over a darker blue showed no signs of bleeding through.

That is good to know, Mike. I guess I should specify that I have only used the Sulky threads up to this point. Their metallics are very easy to use, though, even if the #40 nylon can be a pain.