Mettler Silk-Finish - Clear Sky - 50wt Variegated Cotton Thread 500yd/457m

50wt / 50-2 · 500 yd / 457 m · 100% cotton · Tex 38 · Variegated Clear Sky

Mettler Silk-Finish 50wt Variegated Cotton Thread 9085-9811 in Clear Sky is a dependable choice for quilters who want smooth, consistent results with gentle colour movement. Mercerized for strength and resistance to shrinkage, its silk-like finish helps reduce friction for clean seams, precise piecing and beautifully blended quilting stitches.

Key Features:

• 50wt Weight — Ideal for piecing, appliqué and machine quilting.
• 500 yd / 457 m per Spool — A generous length for larger quilting and sewing projects.
• Mercerized Cotton — Smooth, strong and low-lint for consistent stitch formation.
• Variegated Clear Sky — Subtle colour changes add dimension and interest to quilting and sewing.
• Machine Compatible — Suitable for domestic sewing and quilting machines.

Recommended Uses:

• Piecing, English Paper Piecing and needle-turn appliqué
• Machine appliqué, including straight stitch, zigzag, blind hem and blanket stitch
• Machine quilting, whole-cloth quilting and dense quilting
• Hand quilting and general sewing

Needle Recommendations:

Use an 80/12 Microtex, Sharp, Universal or Quilting needle. The manufacturer recommends needle sizes 80–90.