Machine Embroidery Thread
The artistic embroidery demands special building materials. The threads weave in patterns of beauty. Hence not all threads can be used to create amazing embroidery. There are special threads manufactured specially for using in several kinds of embroideries.
Primarily yarn is used as embroidery thread. Hand-spun is also used for some typical kind of embroidery. Some of the popular threads used for embroideries are Perle cotton, Medici, Matte embroidery cotton, Persian yarn, tapestry yarn, crewel yarn, and embroidery floss.
Each of the different kind of threads is used for specific kind of embroideries. Depending on the characteristics of the yarn, they are used to create embroidery patterns. Like embroidery floss is used for cross-stitch. Its silk, linen and rayon variants are also used for different kind of cross stitch. The Persian yarn is apt for needle point yarn.
But primarily polyester or rayon is used for hand embroideries. They are strong and can be used to create diverse kind of patterns. Not all natural threads can be used for machines, though fabrics like silk and cotton yield great patterns but they are no suitable as machine threads.
Machine threads can be procured from all over the world. In recent years, Asian countries have particularly evolved as large manufacturers of machine threads. They are of high quality and can be procured for reasonable prices.
Choosing the right thread plays a crucial role in the aesthetic quality and durability of machine embroidery. Choosing the right thread is the beginning of great embroidery.