COMPUTERIZED EMBROIDERY THREAD

TYPES OF MACHINE EMBROIDERY THREADS

RAYON

Rayon is the most popular and affordable machine embroidery thread. It is easy to find, simple to use and available in hundreds of vibrant colors.
Made of organic cellulose, rayon fibers have a luxurious sheen and soft touch, but, despite their beautiful presentation, they can fade over time.

POLYESTER

Due to their strength and vibrancy, polyester threads are becoming a new favorite for machine embroiderers and quilters. Shiny and easy to use, like rayon, these synthetics have the added advantage of being fade- and bleach-resistant. That makes polyester a good choice for embroidering on items that will be laundered frequently and could possibly be bleached, like children’s clothing, towels and linens.

polyester threads are very strong because they are created from multiple filaments. Their triangular shape helps them reflect even more light than standard polyester and rayon threads.

COTTON

The ultimate natural fiber, cotton thread is an age-old standby and a favorite in heirloom and traditional embroidery. The absolute best cotton threads are made from long-staple Egyptian cotton that, in addition to being strong, are nearly free of lint.Most cotton threads have more of a matte finish when compared to polyester or rayon. Machine embroidery with cotton thread mimics hand-embroidery , making it ideal for quilting , bean stitch and cross-stitch designs.

SILK

Silk threads are unmatched in their appearance and function. Another natural fiber, silk has the stability of cotton and the strength of polyester but a shine that is unlike any of its counterparts.Extremely fine at 100 wt., silk is a favorite of hand and machine-embroidered applique enthusiasts. Stitches nearly disappear when silk thread is used.