Painter’s Threads Braided Metallic Thread #8, approximately 10 meter skein. Metallic thread can be difficult to work with, but in this form (a braided band) it is much easier to sew with. Relatively strong; does not easily fray in the needle. Beautiful in all counted thread and surface embroidery techniques. Photographs do not do this sparkly thread justice! (As this is a hand-painted product, color variations are to be expected and swatches here are only an approximation.) For this size (equals 8 braided strands of metallics) an embroidery needle #3, yarn darner #18 or a Tapestry/Chenille Needle is recommended. Available in 30 artist-named Painter's Threads colors as well as 10 pastels for a total of 40 colors.