50wt · 164 yd / 150 m · 100% mercerized cotton · Made in Germany
Mettler Silk-Finish Cotton 50 in December Sky combines the natural beauty of cotton with a smooth, silk-like finish. Mercerization gives this low-lint thread excellent strength, colourfastness, shrink resistance, and optimal elongation for even, reliable stitch formation in quilting, garment sewing, and creative projects.
Key Features:
- 100% long-staple mercerized cotton
- Smooth, silk-like finish with an elegant sheen
- Low-lint construction helps keep your machine cleaner
- High breaking resistance for strong, durable seams
- Colourfast and shrink resistant
- Balanced elongation supports smooth, even stitches
Recommended Uses:
- Quilt piecing
- Machine quilting
- Longarm quilting
- Garment sewing
- Hand sewing
- Decorative and heirloom projects
Needle Recommendations:
- Use a size 70/10 or 80/12 needle, selected to suit the fabric and project.