Aurifil Thread 50wt Eggplant 4225 (1300 meters)
Aurifil 50wt Cotton Thread Eggplant (4225) 1422 Yards, Large Spool
Enjoy smooth, strong stitches with Aurifil 50wt/2ply 100% Cotton Thread in Eggplant (4225). Wound on Aurifil's iconic orange spool, this fine 50wt thread is thin yet durable, giving you flat seams, crisp piecing, and beautifully subtle quilting.
Aurifil 50wt is the most versatile weight in the Aurifil family and a favorite of quilters, sewists, and embroiderers worldwide. Use it for everyday piecing, delicate topstitching, or dense quilting when you want texture without bulky build-up.
Why Choose Aurifil 50wt Cotton Thread?
- Strong & fine: Thin 50wt/2ply construction for smooth, precise stitches.
- Beautiful finish: 100% long-staple Egyptian cotton with a soft, natural sheen.
- Versatile: Ideal for piecing, quilting, applique, embroidery, and more.
- Color-rich: Part of Aurifil's collection of 270 coordinating cotton colors.
Best Uses for Aurifil 50wt
- Piecing and patchwork with flat, accurate seams
- Subtle quilting & topstitching
- English Paper Piecing & Needle Turn Appliqué
- Machine Appliqué (straight stitch, zigzag, blind hem, blanket stitch)
- Machine Embroidery & machine lace (top or bobbin)
- Dense machine or longarm quilting, micro quilting, and background fills
- Basting and wholecloth quilting
Thread Specs
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Aurifil |
| Thread Line | 50wt/2ply Cotton (Orange Spool) |
| Color Name / Number | Eggplant — 4225 |
| Fiber Content | 100% Long-Staple Egyptian Cotton |
| Weight | 50wt / 2-ply |
| Spool Size | 1422 yards (1300 m) Large Spool |
| Recommended Needles |
80/12 Microtex, Universal, Quilting, or Denim (50wt in the bobbin) 4.0 Longarm needle (50wt in the bobbin) |
| Best For | Piecing, subtle quilting, applique, EPP, machine embroidery, dense background quilting, and more. |
Care & Washing
Aurifil 50wt cotton thread is designed to perform beautifully in everyday quilts and projects. For best results, follow the care instructions for your chosen fabric and test tension and settings on a scrap before starting your project.
Explore More Aurifil Colors
Want to coordinate multiple shades for your next quilt or embroidery project? View the full Aurifil Cotton Thread Swatch Book (Vol. 1) to explore all 270 colors.
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