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Embroidery thread is Yarn that is manufactured or hand- Spun specifically for Embroidery and other forms of Needlework .

Threads for hand embroidery include:Reader's Digest ''Complete Guide to Needlework''. The Reader's Digest Association, Inc. (March 1992). ISBN 0-89577-059-8, p. 8

  • Embroidery Floss or '''stranded cotten''' is a loosely twisted, slightly Gloss y 6-strand thread, usually of Cotton but also manufactured in Silk and Rayon . Cotton floss is the standard thread for Cross-stitch . Extremely shiny rayon floss is characteristic of Brazilian Embroidery .

  • Perle cotton, '''pearl cotton''', or French '''coton perlé''' is an S-twisted, 2-ply thread with high sheen, sold in three sizes or weights (No. 3, 5, and 8, with 3 being the heaviest).

  • Matte embroidery cotton or French '''coton à broder''' is a Matte -finish (not glossy) twisted 5-ply thread.

  • Medici or '''broder medici''' is a fine, light-weight wool thread formerly manufactured by DMC Group

  • Crewel yarn is a fine 2-ply yarn of Wool or a (less often) wool-like Acrylic

  • Persian yarn is a loosely twisted 3-strand yarn of wool or acrylic, often used for Needlepoint

  • Tapestry yarn or '''tapestry wool''' is a tightly twisted 4-ply yarn


Threads for Machine Embroidery are usually of Polyester or rayon (less often cotton or silk).


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REFERENCES

  • Reader's Digest ''Complete Guide to Needlework''. The Reader's Digest Association, Inc. (March 1992). ISBN 0-89577-059-8



EXTERNAL LINKS

  • [http://www.abc-embroidery-designs.com/Embroidery_Threads/ Machine Embroidery Threads] - Polyester embroidery thread, rayon thread & metallic embroidery thread.