A clean Silver: the thread stays neutral and never pulls the fabric's colour in one direction. 200 m at weight 40: a polyamide core wrapped in metal foil. Colour code 041. Stitch considerably slower than with polyester thread, otherwise it breaks.
For festive decorations, occasion wear and anything meant to work in the light, this is the right pick. Madeira lists Sparkling in graded metal tones, from warm to cool, so the shine can be matched to a project. Note the colour code with your project straight away.
What Madeira Metallic Sparkling Silber is suitable for
- accents on dark clothing
- stars, snowflakes and ornaments
- appliqué on occasion wear
Sewing tips
- Eine Metallicnadel mit größerem Öhr verwenden — sie schont die Umwicklung.
- Deutlich langsamer sticken als mit Polyestergarn, sonst reißt der Faden.
- Oberfadenspannung spürbar lockern.
- Die Spule waagerecht abrollen lassen, nicht senkrecht von oben abziehen.
- Nicht bügeln über der Stickerei — Metallfolie verträgt keine direkte Hitze.
Available in more colours in the Madeira Metallic Sparkling series.
Frequently asked questions
Why does metallic thread break so easily?
Because the metal foil around its core is more delicate than a smooth polyester filament. Stitch slower, loosen the top tension and fit a metallic needle with a large eye — that usually solves it.
Which needle do I need?
A metallic needle. Its larger eye rubs less against the wrapping, which otherwise abrades. With an ordinary embroidery needle the thread breaks far more often, especially on dense designs.
Can I wash the piece?
Yes, at a gentle temperature. The shine survives as long as it is not washed hot or put through a dryer. For occasion wear hand washing is the safe option.
Which bobbin thread suits it?
A fine bobbin thread, as with any machine embroidery. Metallic thread belongs on top only; in the bobbin it would upset stitch formation and abrade in the hook.
