50wt / 50-2 · 500 yd / 457 m · 100% cotton · Tex 38 · Variegated Clear Sky
Mettler Silk-Finish 50wt Variegated Cotton Thread 9085-9811 in Clear Sky is a dependable choice for quilters who want smooth, consistent results with gentle colour movement. Mercerized for strength and resistance to shrinkage, its silk-like finish helps reduce friction for clean seams, precise piecing and beautifully blended quilting stitches.
Key Features:
- 50wt Weight — Ideal for piecing, appliqué and machine quilting.
- 500 yd / 457 m per Spool — A generous length for larger quilting and sewing projects.
- Mercerized Cotton — Smooth, strong and low-lint for consistent stitch formation.
- Variegated Clear Sky — Subtle colour changes add dimension and interest to quilting and sewing.
- Machine Compatible — Suitable for domestic sewing and quilting machines.
Recommended Uses:
- Piecing, English Paper Piecing and needle-turn appliqué
- Machine appliqué, including straight stitch, zigzag, blind hem and blanket stitch
- Machine quilting, whole-cloth quilting and dense quilting
- Hand quilting and general sewing
Needle Recommendations:
Use an 80/12 Microtex, Sharp, Universal or Quilting needle. The manufacturer recommends needle sizes 80–90.
