Quilting & Embroidery Thread
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.
Shop Piecing Thread →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.
Shop Embroidery Thread →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.
Shop Metallic Thread →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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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 858 Mocha 5000M X858
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858 Mocha Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X858 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Exq...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 628 Fawn 5000M X628
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628 Fawn Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X628 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Exqu...
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Wonderfil Spagetti Thread Magenta SP08
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SP08 Magenta - Wonderfil Spagetti 12wt Cotton Thread 110m (109yd) 3-Ply 12wt Double-Gassed Egyptian Cotton Thread. Wonderfil Spagetti 12wt Cotton ...
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Isacord Thread Twine 1760 - 1000 Meter Spool
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Isacord Twine 1760 Embroidery Thread Enhance your stitching experience with Isacord Thread, the ultimate choice for embroidery enthusiasts. Renowne...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 304 Pink Glaze 5000M X304
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304 Pink Glaze Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X304 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. Th...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 1324 Iris 5000M X1324
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1324 Iris Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X1324 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Ex...
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Exquisite Medley Variegated Thread - Desert Canyon 5000M V5109
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 104 China Blue 5000M X104
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104 China Blue Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X104 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. Th...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 602 Wheat 5000M X602
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602 Wheat Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X602 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Exq...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 325 Rose Delight 5000M X325
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325 Rose Delight Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X325 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. ...
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Wonderfil Razzle Thread Excalibar RZ6111
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Excalibar RZ6111 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 - 1240 Carolina Red 5000M X1240
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1240 Carolina Red Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X1240 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 46 Neon Pink 5000M X46
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46 Neon Pink Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X46 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The E...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 806 Royal 5000M X806
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806 Royal Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X806 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Exq...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 1615 Seafoam 5000M X1615
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1615 Seafoam Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X1615 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 526 Orange Crush 5000M X526
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526 Orange Crush Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X526 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. ...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 571 Holly Red 5000M X571
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571 Holly Red Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X571 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 763 Sunspot 5000M X763
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763 Sunspot Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X763 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The E...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 612 Butter 5000M X612
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612 Butter Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X612 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Ex...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 315 Azalea 5000M X315
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315 Azalea Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X315 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Ex...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 3001 Paprika 5000M X3001
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3001 Paprika Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X3001 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 444 Periwinkle 5000M X444
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444 Periwinkle Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X444 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. Th...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 404 Saxon Blue 5000M X404
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404 Saxon Blue Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X404 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. Th...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 995 Spruce 5000M X995
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995 Spruce Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X995 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Ex...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 985 Green Apple 5000M X985
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985 Green Apple Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X985 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. T...
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Aurifil 50 wt Cotton Thread - Dusty Orange 1154 - 1422 yds
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Aurifil 50wt Cotton Thread Dusty Orange (1154) 1422 Yards, Large Spool Enjoy smooth, strong stitches with Aurifil 50wt/2ply 100% Cotton Thread ...
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Exquisite Medley Variegated Thread - Citrus 5000M V5105
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 654 Copper 5000M X654
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654 Copper Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X654 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The Ex...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 956 Seagrass 5000M X956
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956 Seagrass Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X956 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The ...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 605 Yellow Rose 5000M X605
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605 Yellow Rose Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X605 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. T...
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Isacord Thread Cherry 1913 - 1000 Meter Spool
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Isacord Cherry 1913 Embroidery Thread Enhance your stitching experience with Isacord Thread, the ultimate choice for embroidery enthusiasts. Renown...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 345 Opalescent Pink 5000M X345
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345 Opalescent Pink Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X345 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayo...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 1545 Toasted Almond 5000M X1545
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1545 Toasted Almond Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X1545 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as ray...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 4627 Persian Green 5000M X4627
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4627 Persian Green Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X4627 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayo...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 409 Windjammer 5000M X409
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409 Windjammer Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X409 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. Th...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 1146 Croissant 5000M X1146
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1146 Croissant Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X1146 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. T...
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Exquisite Medley Variegated Thread - Cotton Candy 5000M V5110
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 398 Purple Shadow 5000M X398
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398 Purple Shadow Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X398 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon....
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 5555 Surf Blue 5000M X5555
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5555 Surf Blue Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X5555 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. T...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 950 Avacado 5000M X950
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950 Avacado Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X950 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon. The E...
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 101 Light Silver 5000M X101
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Exquisite Polyester Thread - 5553 French Navy 5000M X5553
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5553 French Navy Exquisite Polyester Thread 5000M X5553 The Exquisite brand polyester embroidery thread provides the same brilliant sheen as rayon....
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Exquisite Medley Variegated Thread - Zebra 5000M V5111
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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.
Shop Aurifil →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 →
Shop Exquisite →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 →
Shop Isacord →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.
Shop WonderFil →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 →
Shop Madeira →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.
Shop Kingstar →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.
Shop Mettler →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.
Shop Quilters Select →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.
Shop Maxi-Lock →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.