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Flash Sew & Quilt carries nine of the most trusted thread brands in quilting, embroidery, and serging — available in-store at our Sarasota, Naples, and Jupiter locations and shipped anywhere online. Whether you're piecing a quilt top, running an embroidery design on a Bernina or Baby Lock, or loading a serger for the first time, you'll find the right fiber, weight, and color here.

Find the Right Thread for Your Project

Piecing & Quilting

Fine cotton 50wt is the standard for piecing quilt tops and machine quilting. Aurifil is the staff favorite — lightweight, lint-free, and available in hundreds of colors. Mettler and Quilters Select are strong alternatives.

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Machine Embroidery

Polyester 40wt runs cleanly through every Bernina and Baby Lock embroidery machine. Isacord is the industry standard. Exquisite gives you over 500 colors at an accessible price. Madeira delivers premium color saturation.

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Metallic & Decorative

Kingstar metallic is engineered to run smoothly without shredding — the problem that plagues cheaper metallics. WonderFil rounds out the specialty range with everything from ultra-fine to heavy decorative threads.

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Serging & Bobbin

Maxi-Lock is the standard choice for overlocking and serging. Ask us about pre-wound bobbins (Fil-Tec Magna-Glide) for longarm quilting — we carry those too.

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Madeira Aerolock Serger Thread 2,000yds - Pink Rose - 9917

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Pink Rose - 9917 Madeira Aerolock Serger Thread 2,000yds Madeira Aerolock Premium Serger thread is a top quality, core-spun thread guaranteed to la...

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Madeira Aerolock Serger Thread 2,000yds - Brown - 9290

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Brown - 9290 Madeira Aerolock Serger Thread 2,000yds Madeira Aerolock Premium Serger thread is a top quality, core-spun thread guaranteed to last t...

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Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - White GM8201

Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - White GM8201

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White GM8201 Wonderfil GlaMore Thread 12wt 300yds With contrasting strands of rayon woven with one strand of metallic, this stunning new thread w...

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Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - Summer Shower GM7126

Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - Summer Shower GM7126

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Summer Shower GM7126 Wonderfil GlaMore Thread 12wt 300yds With contrasting strands of rayon woven with one strand of metallic, this stunning new ...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Winet Sky Grey IFS718

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Winet Sky Grey IFS718

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Winet Sky Grey IFS718 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fi...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Soft Royal Blue IFS311

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Soft Royal Blue IFS311

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Soft Royal Blue IFS311 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-f...

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Wonderfil Spagetti Thread Bright Aqua SP45

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SP45 Bright Aqua - Wonderfil Spagetti 12wt Cotton Thread 110m (109yd) 3-Ply 12wt Double-Gassed Egyptian Cotton Thread. Wonderfil Spagetti 12wt Cot...

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Isacord Thread 9921 Grape Crush Variegated Thread1000m

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Isacord Grape Crush 9921 Variegated Thread Isacord Multicolor Polyester Embroidery Thread For the first time ever - Isacord embroidery thread is av...

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Isacord Thread 9302 Bark Variegated Thread 1000m

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Isacord Bark 9302 Variegated Thread Isacord Multicolor Polyester Embroidery Thread For the first time ever - Isacord embroidery thread is available...

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Wonderfil Dazzle Thread Classic Green DZ4110

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Classic Green DZ4110 Wonderfil Dazzle Thread 8wt - Sue Spargo Collection This 100% rayon and metallic mix carries a naturally bright lustre with a...

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Wonderfil Dazzle Thread Bright Rose DZ1168

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Bright Rose DZ1168 Wonderfil Dazzle Thread 8wt - Sue Spargo Collection This 100% rayon and metallic mix carries a naturally bright lustre with a si...

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Wonderfil Dazzle Thread Claret Red DZ1130

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Claret Red DZ1130 Wonderfil Dazzle Thread 8wt - Sue Spargo Collection This 100% rayon and metallic mix carries a naturally bright lustre with a sil...

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Wonderfil Razzle Thread Vermillion Orange RZ1140

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Vermillion Orange RZ1140 Wonderfil Thread - Sue Spargo Collection 6-Ply Rayon Thread. Razzle is a sturdy 6-ply 100% Rayon High Natural Sheen threa...

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 115 Gettysburg 1000M ES115

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115 Gettysburg Exquisite Polyester Thread 1000M ES115 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. T...

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Wonderfil Razzle Thread Tango Red RZ1148

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Tango Red RZ1148 Wonderfil Thread - Sue Spargo Collection 6-Ply Rayon Thread. Razzle is a sturdy 6-ply 100% Rayon High Natural Sheen thread that i...

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Wonderfil Razzle Thread Hint of Mint RZM08

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Hint of Mint RZM08 Wonderfil Thread - Sue Spargo Collection 6-Ply Rayon Thread. Razzle is a sturdy 6-ply 100% Rayon High Natural Sheen thread that...

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 101 Light Silver 1000M ES101

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101 Light Silver Exquisite Polyester Thread 1000M ES101 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon....

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Isacord Thread Paprika 1301 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 831 Peachy Keen 1000M ES831

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Isacord Thread Tropical Pink 1950 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Isacord Thread Mauve 2241 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Wonderfil Razzle Thread Dandelion RZ2117

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Dandelion RZ2117 Wonderfil Thread - Sue Spargo Collection 6-Ply Rayon Thread. Razzle is a sturdy 6-ply 100% Rayon High Natural Sheen thread that i...

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Wonderfil Dazzle Thread Raspberry Wine DZ1106

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Raspberry Wine DZ1106 Wonderfil Dazzle Thread 8wt - Sue Spargo Collection This 100% rayon and metallic mix carries a naturally bright lustre with a...

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 1148 Safari 1000M ES1148

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1148 Safari Exquisite Polyester Thread 1000M ES1148 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The...

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 3015 Scarlet Red 5000M X3015

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3015 Scarlet Red Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X3015 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon....

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Wonderfil Razzle Thread Blue Danube RZ3132

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Blue Danube RZ3132 Wonderfil Thread - Sue Spargo Collection 6-Ply Rayon Thread. Razzle is a sturdy 6-ply 100% Rayon High Natural Sheen thread that...

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Isacord Thread Dusty Mauve 2153 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Isacord Thread Penny 1154 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Isacord Penny 1154 Embroidery Thread Enhance your stitching experience with Isacord Thread, the ultimate choice for embroidery enthusiasts. Renowne...

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Aurifil 50 wt Cotton Thread - Light Lemon 2110 - 1422 yds

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Aurifil 50wt Cotton Thread Light Lemon (2110) 1422 Yards, Large Spool Enjoy smooth, strong stitches with Aurifil 50wt/2ply 100% Cotton Thread in Li...

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 112 Ash 1000M ES112

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112 Ash Exquisite Polyester Thread 1000M ES112 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Exqu...

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 443 Turquoise Green 1000M ES443

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443 Turquoise Green Exquisite Polyester Thread 1000M ES443 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as ray...

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Isacord Thread Straw 1161 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Wonderfil Spagetti Thread Orange SP40

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SP40 Orange - Wonderfil Spagetti 12wt Cotton Thread 110m (109yd) 3-Ply 12wt Double-Gassed Egyptian Cotton Thread. Wonderfil Spagetti 12wt Cotton T...

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Exquisite Fine Line 60 wt Polyester Thread - Scarlet Red 1500M T3015

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Scarlet Red Exquisite Fine Line 60 wt Polyester Thread 1500M T3015 Discover Exquisite Fine Line 60 wt. polyester embroidery thread at Flash Sew &am...

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Isacord Thread Poppy 1703 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 2518 French Beige 1000M ES2518

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2518 French Beige Exquisite Polyester Thread 1000M ES2518 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayo...

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Wonderfil Razzle Thread Blue Iris RZ3121

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Blue Iris RZ3121 Wonderfil Thread - Sue Spargo Collection 6-Ply Rayon Thread. Razzle is a sturdy 6-ply 100% Rayon High Natural Sheen thread that i...

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 3142 Bronze 1000M ES3142

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3142 Bronze Exquisite Polyester Thread 1000M ES3142 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The...

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Aurifil Thread 50wt Stone 2324 (1300 meters)
Stone Aurifil Thread 50wt

Aurifil 50 wt Cotton Thread - Stone 2324 - 1422 yds

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Wonderfil Razzle Thread Island Living RZM13

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Isacord Thread Easter Dress 0230 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Wonderfil Dazzle Thread Peach Fuzz DZ1176

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Isacord Thread Poinsettia 1902 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 814 Tan 1000M ES814

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Isacord Thread Skylight 0145 - 1000 Meter Spool

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Aurifil 50 wt Cotton Thread - Dark Cobalt 2740 - 1422 yds

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Wonderfil Spagetti Thread Aqua SP44

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SP44 Aqua - Wonderfil Spagetti 12wt Cotton Thread 110m (109yd) 3-Ply 12wt Double-Gassed Egyptian Cotton Thread. Wonderfil Spagetti 12wt Cotton Thr...

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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 642 Zinnia Gold 1000M ES642

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Aurifil

Italian-made 100% cotton, beloved by quilters worldwide for its lint-free performance and vast color range. The 50wt is the everyday piecing and quilting standard; 40wt adds visible texture; 28wt and 12wt for decorative and hand-look stitching. Our staff's first recommendation across the board.

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Exquisite

Our widest color selection — over 500 shades in a polyester 40wt that performs beautifully in embroidery machines. Priced accessibly without sacrificing quality. The go-to brand for prolific embroiderers who need precise color matching across a massive palette. Thread color conversion chart — between Exquisite Isacord & Madeira →

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Isacord

The industry standard for machine embroidery. Isacord polyester 40wt is colorfast, strong, and tested in Bernina and Baby Lock embroidery machines by dealers across the country. If you're starting out in machine embroidery and want a thread you can trust, start here. Thread color conversion chart — find Isacord equivalents in Exquisite & Madeira →

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WonderFil

A specialty brand with a thread for every technique — from Invisafil 100wt for invisible hand-look quilting to DecoBob pre-wound bobbins for longarm work. WonderFil is the brand for quilters who want to push what their machine can do beyond standard piecing thread.

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Madeira

A premium German thread brand with a long track record in embroidery and decorative stitching. Madeira's rich color saturation and high sheen make it the choice for embroidery projects where color depth matters — particularly on darker fabrics. Thread color conversion chart — between Exquisite Isacord & Madeira →

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Kingstar

Metallic thread engineered to run smoothly through machine needles without shredding or breaking — the chronic failure mode of lesser metallic threads. Use Kingstar when you want genuine sparkle and shine in embroidery or free-motion quilting without the frustration.

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Mettler

Premium Swiss mercerized cotton with a signature silk-like finish. Ben, our Sarasota technician and Bernina specialist, recommends Mettler for Bernina machines — consistent tension and a beautiful sheen on finished quilts. Available in 50wt for both piecing and quilting.

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Quilters Select

Designed specifically for quilters — smooth delivery, consistent tension, and reliable performance in both piecing and free-motion quilting. A strong alternative to Aurifil for quilters who want the same quality focus at a different price point.

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Maxi-Lock

The cone thread standard for serging and overlocking. Maxi-Lock delivers consistent tension through the multiple loopers and needles of an overlocker — essential for garment sewers, bag makers, and anyone working with a serger regularly.

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Thread Weight Quick Reference

Thread weight is counterintuitive: the higher the number, the finer the thread. A 100wt is nearly invisible; a 12wt is chunky and decorative.

Weight Fiber Best For Brands We Carry
100wt Cotton or polyester Invisible appliqué, hand-look quilting WonderFil Invisafil
80wt Cotton Micro-piecing, precision quilt tops Aurifil 80wt
50wt Cotton Piecing & quilting — the everyday standard Aurifil, Mettler, Quilters Select
40wt Polyester or cotton Machine embroidery, visible quilting lines Isacord, Exquisite, Madeira, Aurifil
28wt Cotton Decorative top-stitching, big-stitch hand look Aurifil 28wt
12wt Cotton or wool Chunky decorative, hand embroidery look Aurifil 12wt
Cone / serger Polyester Overlocking, serging, longarm bobbins Maxi-Lock, WonderFil DecoBob

Thread FAQs

Cotton or polyester thread for quilting — which should I use?
Cotton thread is traditional for quilting cotton fabrics — it breathes the same way as the fabric and creates a classic matte finish. Polyester is stronger, more colorfast, and the right choice for machine embroidery. Rule of thumb: cotton for piecing and quilting, polyester (Isacord, Exquisite, Madeira) for embroidery.
What thread do you recommend for Bernina machines?
Ben, our Sarasota technician, recommends Mettler Silk-Finish Cotton 50wt for general sewing and quilting. For machine embroidery on a Bernina, Isacord 40wt is the industry standard — it's what Bernina certified dealers recommend across the country.
Do you carry these thread brands at all three locations?
Aurifil, Isacord, Exquisite, and WonderFil are stocked at all three locations — Sarasota, Naples, and Jupiter. Specialty brands like Kingstar, Mettler, and Maxi-Lock may vary by store. Call Sarasota (941-960-1189) or Naples (239-304-8387) to confirm availability, or order online for guaranteed fulfillment.
What thread weight should a beginner start with?
Start with 50wt cotton for piecing and quilting — it's the standard for a reason. Aurifil 50wt is our top recommendation: forgiving in the machine, easy to handle, and available in a color for every project. Once you're comfortable, the weight guide above will help you branch out.