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EMBROIDERY THREAD

Stranded Embroidery Floss

Stranded thread is the thread most often used for doing embroidery work. It is widely referred to as embroidery floss – ‘floss’ is simply thread that is divisible. Embroidery floss has six strands of thread. The number of threads you need is dependent on what type of work you are doing. For example, when outlining you would use one thread, for cross stitch it is common to use two, and needlepoint can use six. Embroidery floss is available in cotton, rayon and silk.

The best-known cotton threads are arguably DMC, due to their high standard and longevity. More recently, smaller companies have introduced bespoke solid and variegated colours onto the Australian market. Cottage Garden Threads are created by mother and daughter duo,