Superior's Cotton Quilting Thread

Cotton quilting thread is one of the many products we at Superior Threads carry. All of our thread is manufactured in Japan under strict quality guidelines. Japan's processing abilities are top notch for producing the highest-grade thread available.

With many choices when it comes to cotton quilting thread, why use Superior Threads'?

Our cotton quilting thread is grown from the best grade cotton. Egyptian-grown extra-long staple cotton is the smoothest, gives off the least amount of lint, and finely wound cotton quilting thread currently available. The staple length is referring to the length of each individual cotton fiber. The longer the fiber, the less amount of lint is displaced.

The higher grade the cotton, the smoother the thread and the lower the fuzz. Cotton is classified by the length of the staple, or fiber. Labels on most cotton threads do not specify the staple classification because the majority of cotton thread is regular, or short staple cotton and that is nothing to brag about on the label. Long staple cotton and Extra Long Staple (ELS) cotton thread will be prominently labeled as such because they are premium threads. You will be much happier using the highest grade cotton. Although it costs more, it is well worth it. An extra long staple cotton will have very low lint and will be a much stronger thread. This means a cleaner sewing machine and less breakage, frustration, and down time.

A low grade cotton thread that is not consistently smooth and has excess lint will not create the best seam. The "slubs" and excess fuzz in the thread will create lumps in the seam. They also get caught in the tension disk and the eye of the needle and cause breakage. On the other hand, a high grade extra long staple cotton thread will create a very smooth and even seam. A fine, smooth thread does not add bulk to the seams. It creates a much flatter seam which is especially important when sewing blocks which contain a lot of points. It is easier to use, will keep your machine much cleaner, and your finished project will look much better. We spend thousands of dollars on the machine, hundreds on the fabric, and it will be well worth it to spend an extra dollar or two to get the best quality piecing thread. You and your machine will notice the difference.

Industry professionals use and recommend Superior Threads' cotton quilting thread.

Our threads are available worldwide in quilt shops and sewing-supply stores. If you can’t find our products locally, our website is open 24/7, and you are always welcome to give us a call at 800-499-1777. We invite you to try our thread and see for yourself. You will be very pleased using the best bobbin thread. If we weren’t confident in our product, we wouldn’t guarantee it!