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Posts: 8Hi,
I'm working on my first kit... Ike The Elephant.
I'm ready for the sewing part, but wanted to know if I match the thread to the backing or the fur?
The fabric is Upholstery velvet.
~Insbearation
Hi, Insbearation. (Cute name!) 
I usually match the thread to the backing of the fabric. I hope to hear that others do, too...I don't think I've ever asked! 
BrisbaneYes me too...I match the thread to the backing.
Enjoy your first kit!!! 
Oh, yes--and be sure to post pictures when you're done! We would love to see your elephant! 
Swan Valley BearsMe too, match thread to backing.
PijangibearsI do too - match the tread to the backing.
Good luck with your first kit - and don't forget pictures. :photo:
:hug:
Back Road BearsThe only exception I can think of (there may be others) would be when using the mini synthetic fur with the 'grid' backing which is always white. Then I'd match it to the fur color.
JeannieB BearsPost pictures of your elephant :photo:
JeannieB
Posts: 8Thanks for the replies!
:doh: I should have asked this question before I bought the thread because... I matched it to the fur :crackup:
Oh well.. I may have thread to match the backing *goes rummaging*
Of course I will post pictures when I'm done him! How did you get the lil' camera smiley icon?
PijangibearsWhen you write your message - just above you are the smileys.
:hug:
WienBacking match it is ;)
Wouldn´t look good, if one inspects my teddy´s tummy closely and sees the threat which matches the fur :(
Gaby 
If its the mini bear upholstery velvet go for the fur colour- the backing on upholstery velvet is usually white and your stitches would show up.
Drea's BearsI match the backing as well!
Can't wait to see your elephant!
Hugs,
AndreaM
Matilda Huggington-beareI use a beige coloured thread on most fabric types and colours. On white backing I'll use white thread. On black I'll use black. I rarely ever use coloured threads. Small tight stitching is rarely ever noticed.So other colours are'nt neccessary. I have started using the' beading thread' from Sassy fabrics and highly recommend them.
They are so fine and strong that I am able to use a 12 sharp which means my stitches are far smaller than they have ever been.
Wendy,
The beading thread is it the Super-lon Nylon Thread?
This is a really good thread as I was wondering the same thing now that I have sparse mohair.
Hugs,
