Cotton Thread Dark Carmine Red 12 WT Large Spool

Bring rich color and dependable performance to your stitching with this Dark Carmine Red Aurifil cotton thread. Made for projects that call for a heavier thread weight, it is a strong choice for decorative stitching, handwork, and machine techniques where thread texture and visibility matter.

Features:

• 100% cotton thread
• 12wt/2ply construction
• 356 yards per spool
• Dark Carmine Red color
• Heaviest weight thread offered in the source description
• Suitable for hand applique, hand embroidery, hand quilting, cross stitch, embellishment, handmade lace, machine applique, blanket stitch, machine embroidery, machine art quilting, Sashiko, redwork, lower looper serging, and longarm quilting
• Needle recommendations from source: 100/16 or 90/14 Topstitch Needle with 40wt in the bobbin; 4.5 Longarm Needle with 28wt in the bobbin
• Machine use tip from source: use a much thinner thread in the bobbin, such as 40wt, when stitching with 12wt thread by machine
• Longarm tip from source: quilt slowly, use a longer stitch, and silicone conditioner where necessary

This thread is a versatile option for makers who want bold stitch definition and a cotton finish for both hand and machine applications. It is especially useful when the thread itself is part of the design.