July 30 is World Embroidery Day, a day that recognizes embroidery in all its forms. Hand embroidery, machine embroidery, thread painting and appliqué each offer a different way to work with colour and texture.
The thread you choose affects the look and feel of the finished design. Some projects need a bright sheen, while others suit a soft matte finish or a heavier, more visible stitch. WonderFil Embroidery threads include a range of weights, fibres and finishes for different embroidery techniques.
Machine Embroidery with Polyfast™ and Polymatte™
Polyfast™ is a 40wt trilobal polyester thread with a bright sheen. It is strong, soft and available in 210 solid colours. It is a practical choice for digitized embroidery, thread painting, garments, towels and home décor.
For a less shiny finish, Polymatte™ is a 40wt polyester thread with a smooth satin-matte appearance. It has the strength needed for machine embroidery while offering a finish similar to fine cotton.
The choice between the two depends on the design. Polyfast™ gives embroidery a bright, polished look, while Polymatte™ creates softer colour with less shine.
Decorative Threads for Special Effects
Thread finish can add another layer of interest to an embroidery design.
Splendor™ is a 40wt rayon thread with a smooth, classic lustre. Spotlite™ adds metallic shine, while Flash™ creates reflective details that become noticeable when they catch the light. Hologram™ can be used for glittering accents and decorative highlights.
These threads can be used throughout a design or added in small areas where extra detail is wanted.
Fine Thread for Small Details
Small lettering, monograms and detailed embroidery can become crowded when the thread is too heavy.
InvisaFil™ is an ultra-fine 100wt polyester thread that helps maintain crisp edges and fine details. Its matte finish allows it to blend into the fabric, which also makes it useful for subtle appliqué stitching.
Choosing a Bobbin Thread
The bobbin thread affects the tension, density and flexibility of machine embroidery.
DecoBob™ is a fine 80wt cottonized polyester thread. Its lightweight construction helps reduce bulk in dense designs and supports clean, balanced stitching. It is also available in pre-wound bobbins for consistent tension and easy setup.
WonderFil Threads for Hand Embroidery
Eleganza™ is a perlé cotton thread made for hand embroidery, sashiko, visible mending and wool appliqué. It has a smooth surface and a tight twist that produces firm, defined stitches.
Eleganza™ is available in solid and variegated colours. It comes ready to use, so there is no need to separate strands before stitching.
Find the Right Thread for Your Project
Each embroidery thread creates a different result. Polyfast™ provides shine, Polymatte™ offers a softer finish, InvisaFil™ keeps fine details clear, and Eleganza™ adds texture to hand stitching.
The range of WonderFil Embroidery threads makes it easy to select a thread based on the technique, fabric and finish you want for your project.
