Hand and Machine Applications. Large Spools 1094yd/1000m. Machine Quilting Perfect for quilting when you want to create texture, and also when you want to create a quilted motif that stands out a bit more. Use 40wt or 50 wt of the same color in the bobbin. Use a Sharp/Microtex quilting or even denim needles 80/12. Machine Applique Suitable for almost all machine applique techniques including raw edge applique with a straight stitch, small zig zag, blind hemming stitch, blanket stitch and buttonhole stitches. Machine Embroidery 40wt is the most popular machine embroidery thread weight .