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Trilobal Polyester

Art Studio Colors

Fantastico 

Living Colors

Magnifico

Nature Colors

Rainbows

Super Brights

Twist


Rainbows Color Card

 

Trilobal Polyesters for Embroidery and Quilting by Superior Threads

Trilobal polyester is a multiple filament, twisted, high-sheen continuous fiber thread. It has the bright appearance of rayon or silk. Triangular shaped fibers reflect more light and give an attractive sparkle to textiles.  Trilobal polyesters are often compared to rayon threads in sheen but they have very different characteristics.  Because we cannot take the chance of our thread fading or running or bleeding, we do not use, sell, or recommend rayon thread.  The better choice is trilobal polyester. Trilobal poly has the same high sheen as rayon but is stronger and is colorfast.  It costs more than rayon, but the quality and peace of mind are well worth it.

Art Studio Colors

  • Art Studio Colors by Ricky Tims is 40 wt. high-sheen premium trilobal polyester thread. 
  • Available in 36 colors.  
  • Ideal for embroidery and quilting.

Living Colors

  • Living Colors by Hollis Chatelain is a 40 wt. high-sheen premium trilobal polyester thread.  
  • Available in 25 colors.  
  • Excellent skin tones for thread painting portraits.  
  • Ideal for embroidery and quilting.

Magnifico

  • Magnifico is a #40 high-tenacity (high-strength) trilobal polyester.  
  • Available in 200 colors.
  • Magnifico is designed for quilting and embroidery on high-speed machines. 

Nature Colors

  • Nature Colors by Hollis Chatelain is a 40 wt. high-sheen premium trilobal polyester thread.  
  • Available in 50 colors.  
  • Colors reflect the shades and tones found within nature and are wonderful for landscapes.  
  • Ideal for embroidery and quilting.

Rainbows

  • Rainbows is a #40 high-sheen premium trilobal polyester thread with a one-inch color change interval.  
  • Available in 62 colors.  
  • Ideal for embroidery, quilting and decorative stitching.  
  • Precision-dyed one-inch color change.  
  • Beautiful for satin stitching and decorative appliqué. 

Super Brights

  • Super Brights is a 40 wt. high-sheen premium trilobal polyester thread.
  • Available in 12 colors.  
  • Amazing fluorescent colors.  Ideal for embroidery and quilting.
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Recommended Needle and Tension Settings

Please see the thread-specific information for needles and tension in our Thread Reference Guides.