“Bestowed by the Muses of SewEndipitous® — Where Unexpected Happiness Is Found In Every Stitch.” | Manufacturer: Aurifil
Stock #: MK50 4660
Product Content: 100% Cotton
Type: 50wt Thread
Designer: Aurifil
Group Name: N/A
Theme: N/A
Item Description:
Add smooth stitching and sweet tonal color movement with Aurifil Cotton Mako 50wt Thread. This 1300m spool is a fine, strong, 100% mercerized cotton thread made from long-staple Egyptian cotton and loved by quilters for accurate piecing, smooth machine performance, and low-bulk seams.
Aurifil 50wt is one of the most versatile thread weights for quilting and sewing. It is especially popular for machine quilt piecing, but it is also a lovely choice for machine quilting, appliqué, English Paper Piecing, hand piecing, and general sewing.
This listing is for Aurifil color 4660, named Pink Taffy, a pink variegated thread with soft-to-bright pink tonal shifts. |
SewEndipitous® Maker’s Note:
Pink Taffy is a cheerful thread when you want color movement without moving too far outside the pink family. The variegation gives quilting lines and decorative stitches a little extra sparkle while still keeping the overall look coordinated and sweet.
It is a lovely choice for florals, Valentine projects, baby quilts, spring palettes, playful modern prints, pink-and-white quilts, and projects that need a happy pop of pink.
Best For:
- Machine quilting
- Decorative stitching
- Machine quilt piecing
- English Paper Piecing
- Hand piecing
- Needle-turn appliqué
- General sewing
- Low-bulk seams
- Pink, floral, Valentine, spring, baby, and playful projects
- Makers who want a larger spool of variegated thread
Key Details:
- Product: Aurifil Cotton Mako Thread
- Thread Weight: 50wt
- Spool Size: 1300m
- Color Number: 4660
- Color Name: Pink Taffy
- Color Family: Variegated pink
- Material: 100% mercerized cotton
- Manufacturer: Aurifil
- Origin: Made in Italy
- UPC: 8057252100745
- Stock Number: MK50 4660
Product Includes:
- One spool of Aurifil Cotton Mako 50wt Thread
- Spool length: 1300 meters
- Color: 4660 Pink Taffy
Additional Supplies Needed:
Use a sewing machine needle appropriate for your fabric and project. For quilting cotton and general piecing, many makers pair 50wt cotton thread with a fine universal, quilting, or microtex needle. Always test your needle, stitch length, and tension on a scrap before sewing on your final project.
Skill Note:
Aurifil 50wt is beginner-friendly and widely used for everyday quilting. Because Pink Taffy is variegated, the color changes will be most noticeable in quilting, appliqué, and decorative stitching. Test on your chosen fabric first if you want to preview how the pink tonal shifts will appear.
FAQ:
Is Aurifil 50wt good for quilt piecing?
Yes. Aurifil 50wt is a favorite for machine quilt piecing because it creates smooth, fine seams with less bulk.
Can I use this thread for machine quilting?
Yes. Pink Taffy is a lovely choice for machine quilting when you want soft pink variegated movement in the quilting stitches.
Is Pink Taffy a solid color or variegated thread?
Pink Taffy is a variegated thread with tonal pink color changes throughout the spool.
What is the fiber content?
This thread is 100% mercerized cotton.
How much thread is on the spool?
This spool contains 1300 meters of thread.
What color is this listing for?
This listing is for Aurifil color 4660 Pink Taffy, a variegated pink thread.
Is this thread only for quilting?
No. While it is a favorite for quilting, it can also be used for appliqué, English Paper Piecing, hand piecing, decorative stitching, and general sewing.
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