Painter’s Threads Pearl Cotton #12, 30 meter/approximately 33 yards per skein or spool, is a highly twisted thread made of long staple mercerized cotton. The high sheen is achieved by mercerization and enhanced by the heavy twist (re-twist once in a while while you work with this thread to keep the structure and the sheen). Good choice for embroidery, needlepoint, punch needle or other hand applications. Use as a single strand; it is recommended you cut your strand no more than 24 inches to avoid wear at the needle's eye. If a larger thread is desired, choose Pearl Cotton #3, #5 or #8. Note that swatch photographs are for illustration only -- since all Painter’s Threads products are individually hand-painted fibers and textiles, your product may vary in color ranges. Available in 40 colors, choose below: