Cotton Quilting Thread Cone in 50 Weight, 6452 Yards of Mercerized Egyptian Cotton for Piecing and Applique
Cotton quilting thread brings fine stitching to piecing, applique and detailed quilt backgrounds. Aurifil's 50-weight Mako thread produces virtually no lint and suits English paper piecing, machine applique and embroidery projects.
Each cone holds 6452 yards (5900 meters) of 2-ply, 100% Egyptian cotton grown in the Mako region and manufactured in Milan, Italy. Mercerization adds strength and a vibrant sheen, giving decorative stitches a lustrous finish.
Features
- 50-weight thread for quilting, embroidery and machine applique
- 2-ply Egyptian cotton construction
- Mercerized to add strength and sheen
- Produces virtually no lint
- Suitable for basting, bobbin/machine lace and dense background designs
Specifications
- Product form: Thread cone
- Thread weight: 50 weight
- Construction: 2-ply
- Material: 100% Egyptian cotton
- Finish: Mercerized
- Length per cone: 6452 yards (5900 meters)
- Cotton growing region: Mako region of Egypt
- Manufacturing location: Milan, Italy
- Everyday needle recommendation: Size 80/12 microtex/sharp, universal, quilting or denim needle
- Longarm quilting needle recommendation: 4.0 needle
- Variant selection: Color
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use this cotton thread for English paper piecing and machine applique?
Yes, this 50-weight cotton thread suits English paper piecing and machine applique. Supported applique stitches include straight stitch, zig-zag, blind hem and blanket stitch.
How much thread does each cone hold?
Each cotton thread cone holds 6452 yards, equivalent to 5900 meters. The length applies across the color selection.
Which needle should I use with this 50-weight thread?
Aurifil recommends a size 80/12 microtex/sharp, universal, quilting or denim needle for everyday use. For longarm quilting, the recommendation is a 4.0 needle.
What does the mercerized finish add to the cotton thread?
Mercerization adds strength and a vibrant sheen to this 2-ply cotton thread. It is useful when you want decorative stitching to have a lustrous finish.