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Re: Reed thread

Author: oboedrew
Date: 2012-02-26 20:00

WoodwindOz wrote:

> Yes, I didn't scroll down far enough! Thankyou!

You're most welcome!

WoodwindOz wrote:

> Clearly, I am a sad individual who likes very colourful reeds. :D

Hehe... to each their own. I need drab thread to counterbalance my colorful language, so I wrap in black. :-)

WoodwindOz wrote:

> In my search (I am clearly enjoying having a day off doing
> non-productive things!) I have found on That Auction Site
> (and I'm sure in a lot of craft stores) Omega Hilo crochet
> thread in crochet size #2.

> This is the thickest size of crochet thread before you need to
> start using yarn. And when I searched through the colours, a
> lot of the multi-coloured ones are identical the the threads
> that Forrests sells as FF+. I own one of these spools, and it is
> definitely identical. And it is brilliant stuff - thick, non-stretchy
> and strong. It also locks into itself well (i.e. the knots don't slip).

I'm right there with you. Every year I find less use for oboe specialty stores. Many of our supplies can be found cheaper elsewhere, once you know where to look. Except mandrels. I haven't found a good substitute for mandrels.

GoodWinds wrote:

> PS Is "EE" thread thinner than "FF", or fatter? I'll re-check the
> chart but I'm pretty challenged with that much info!

WoodwindOz wrote:

> Mary, FF is thicker than EE. I suspect EE would be too thin for
> reeds.

GoodWinds wrote:

> I've been looking for thinner thread than FF, thanks! (Not that
> many carry thinner stuff with enough strenght/elasticity, so I'll
> have to keep shopping)

I've never used EE, but I think I remember Craig saying in a recent thread that he uses it. Perhaps he can weigh in?

Cheers,
Drew

www.oboedrew.com

Post Edited (2012-02-26 20:04)

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