Solid Premier Quality, long staple, highly mercerized Egyptian cotton. Has a matte finish to create a soft, warm, natural look and feel. Sulky 12wt cotton is used for a more emphatic look. One strand of 12wt cotton petites equals two strands of the typical embroidery floss. Machine or Hand WorkAppliqueHand SashikoCounted Cross StitchAll Purpose SewingHeirloom SewingCounted Cross StitchAnd much more