The king of threads! Appreciated by millions of stitchers throughout the world! It is made from the best long staple cotton in the world, and is mercerized twice to give it exceptional sheen. The highly resistant dyes are carefully selected to ensure that the thread does not fade as a result of washing or exposure to light (colourfast). This thread is comprised of 6 easily separated strands and is dedicated to cross stitch, but can also be used for others embroidery stitches like long and short stitches or satin stitch. 8 metres per skein.