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Quilting & Embroidery Thread

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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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OESD Spree Stitchers embroidery gift set box showcasing what's in the box
OESD Spree Stitchers embroidery gift set box

Spree Stitchers Club Embroidery Gift Set

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Gift Bundle for the new Embroiderer! Comes with all the goodies you need to get started.This kit contains: 1 AquaMesh Project Roll 1 StabilStick C...

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Karen Miller's Subtle Sampler Thread Set from Aurifil threads showing the samples of the threads in the box
Karen Miller's Subtle Sampler Thread Set from Aurifil threads showing the samples of the threads Sold out

Karen Miller's Subtle Sampler Thread Kit - Aurifil

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The The Subtle Sampler thread set curated by Karen L. Miller for Aurifil Thread contains 5-50wt Cotton Large Spools, 3-40wt Cotton Large Spools, 3-...

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Madeira Aerolock Mini-King 12 Spool Thread Box

Madeira
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Madeira Aerolock 125 Thread Kit (12 spools) Madeira's 12 spool Aerolock 125 Blister Pack Thread Kit includes all the colors you need to get started...

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Poppyseed Quilters Select Thread Perfect Cotton Plus 60 Wt (400M) QST60-0564

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Quilters Select Thread Perfect Cotton Plus 60 wt (400m) - Poppyseed QST60-0564 This multi-purpose 60wt thread from Quilters Select is available in...

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Merlot Quilters Select Thread Perfect Cotton Plus 60 Wt (400M) QST60-0138

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Quilters Select Thread Perfect Cotton Plus 60 wt (400m) - Merlot QST60-0138 This multi-purpose 60wt thread from Quilters Select is available in 60...

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Walnut Taffy Quilters Select Thread Para Cotton Poly 80 Wt (400M) QST80-0562

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Quilters Select Thread Para Cotton Poly 80 Wt (400M) - Walnut Taffy QST80-0562 This 80wt thread from Quilters Select has been thermally treated t...

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Magenta Quilters Select Thread Perfect Cotton Plus 60 Wt (400M) QST60-1295

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Quilters Select Thread Perfect Cotton Plus 60 wt (400m) - Magenta QST60-1295 This multi-purpose 60wt thread from Quilters Select is available in 6...

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Athletic Gold Quilters Select Thread Para Cotton Poly 80 Wt (400M) QST80-0525

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Quilters Select Thread Para Cotton Poly 80 Wt (400M) - Athletic Gold QST80-0525 This 80wt thread from Quilters Select has been thermally treated t...

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Cabernet Quilters Select Thread Para Cotton Poly 80 Wt (400M) QST80-1586

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Quilters Select Thread Para Cotton Poly 80 Wt (400M) - Cabernet QST80-1586 This 80wt thread from Quilters Select has been thermally treated to re...

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Madeira Aerolock Serger Thread 2,000yds - Khaki - 9939

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Khaki - 9939 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 - Sea Foam Green GM68

Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - Sea Foam Green GM68

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Sea Foam Green GM68 Wonderfil GlaMore Thread 12wt 300yds With contrasting strands of rayon woven with one strand of metallic, this stunning new t...

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Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - Forest Green GM566

Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - Forest Green GM566

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Forest Green GM566 Wonderfil GlaMore Thread 12wt 300yds With contrasting strands of rayon woven with one strand of metallic, this stunning new th...

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Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - French Roast GM7134

Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - French Roast GM7134

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French Roast GM7134 Wonderfil GlaMore Thread 12wt 300yds With contrasting strands of rayon woven with one strand of metallic, this stunning new t...

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Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - Purple GM124

Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - Purple GM124

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Purple GM124 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 - Olive GM4120

Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - Olive GM4120

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Olive GM4120 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 - Licorice GM7125

Wonderfil GlaMore Thread - Licorice GM7125

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Licorice GM7125 Wonderfil GlaMore Thread 12wt 300yds With contrasting strands of rayon woven with one strand of metallic, this stunning new threa...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Stormy Dark Blue IFS728

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Stormy Dark Blue IFS728

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Stormy Dark Blue IFS728 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Soft Purple IFS308

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Soft Purple IFS308

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Soft Purple IFS308 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine ...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Violet IFS602

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Violet IFS602

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Violet IFS602 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine but s...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Salmon IFS603

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Salmon IFS603

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Salmon IFS603 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine but su...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Brown/Grey IFS114

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Brown/Grey IFS114

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Brown/Grey IFS114 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine b...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Perfectly Pink IFS715

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Perfectly Pink IFS715

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Perfectly Pink IFS715 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fin...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Copper IFS719

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Copper IFS719

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Copper IFS719 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine but s...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Khaki IFS507

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Khaki IFS507

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Khaki IFS507 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine but su...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Cinnamon IFS722

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Cinnamon IFS722

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Cinnamon IFS722 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine but...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Dusky Violet IFS726

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Dusky Violet IFS726

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Dusky Violet IFS726 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Dusky Teal IFS724

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Dusky Teal IFS724

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Dusky Teal IFS724 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine b...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Peach IFS410

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Peach IFS410

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Peach IFS410 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine but sur...

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Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Chestnut IFS401

Wonderfil Invisafil Thread - Chestnut IFS401

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Chestnut IFS401 Wonderfil Invisafil 100wt Thread 400m InvisaFil™, is a remarkable silk-like 100wt, 2-ply cottonized polyester. This ultra-fine but...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Topaz DB932

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Topaz DB932

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Topaz DB932 Wonderfil DecoBob Thread 80wt 2000m This incredible 80wt 2-ply cottonized polyester thread carries a textured matte finish that has b...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Nude DB217

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Nude DB217

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Nude DB217 Wonderfil DecoBob Thread 80wt 2000m This incredible 80wt 2-ply cottonized polyester thread carries a textured matte finish that has be...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Royal Blue DB302
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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Royal Blue DB302

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Royal Blue DB302 Wonderfil DecoBob Thread 80wt 2000m This incredible 80wt 2-ply cottonized polyester thread carries a textured matte finish that ...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Petal Pink DB956

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Petal Pink DB956

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Petal Pink DB956 Wonderfil DecoBob Thread 80wt 2000m This incredible 80wt 2-ply cottonized polyester thread carries a textured matte finish that ...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Raspberry DB209
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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Raspberry DB209

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Raspberry DB209 Wonderfil DecoBob Thread 80wt 2000m This incredible 80wt 2-ply cottonized polyester thread carries a textured matte finish that h...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Red DB202
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Red DB202 Wonderfil DecoBob Thread 80wt 2000m This incredible 80wt 2-ply cottonized polyester thread carries a textured matte finish that has bee...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Terra Cota DB212
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Terra Cota DB212 Wonderfil DecoBob Thread 80wt 2000m This incredible 80wt 2-ply cottonized polyester thread carries a textured matte finish that ...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Wizard's Cloak DB912

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Wizard's Cloak DB912

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Wizard's Cloak DB912 Wonderfil DecoBob Thread 80wt 2000m This incredible 80wt 2-ply cottonized polyester thread carries a textured matte finish tha...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Soft Gold DB138
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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Periwinkle DB915

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Periwinkle DB915

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Ocean Depth DB916

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Ocean Depth DB916

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Ocean Depth DB916 Wonderfil DecoBob Thread 80wt 2000m This incredible 80wt 2-ply cottonized polyester thread carries a textured matte finish that...

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Sky Blue DB319

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Sky Blue DB319

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Ruby Slippers DB924

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Ruby Slippers DB924

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Seaweed DB940

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Seaweed DB940

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Navy DB301
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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Soft Yellow DB118

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Soft Yellow DB118

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Soft Tan DB414
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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Ochre DB953

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Ochre DB953

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Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Violet DB921

Wonderfil DecoBob Thread - Violet DB921

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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.