Material:Â 2-ply Rayon
Weight:Â 40wt
Sizes:Â 150m (164yd), 1000m (1094yd), 4572m (5000yd)
Usages: Machine embroidery, quilting built-in decorative stitches, machine quilting, raw edge appliqué, serging.
Splendorâ„¢ 40wt Rayon Thread R5105 - Orchid Bloom
Price range: $6.40 through $23.10
This 40wt rayon thread has a luxuriously soft and silky finish that gives your projects a glorious sheen and drapability. Splendorâ„¢ is a versatile thread that can be used for machine embroidery, quilting, thread painting, and any kind of decorative stitching. It works well for embroidering on clothes, towels, or other items that frequently need to go into the washing machine because it’s colourfast, keeping your projects looking beautiful! The thread is also able to run up to 1000spm with domestic and longarm machines, so you can get your projects finished even quicker.
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| Weight | 1.60 |
|---|---|
| Recommended Needle Sizes | - Machine: - Hand: |
| Size | 1000m/1094yd, 5000m/5468yd |
| Applications | Decorative Applique, Decorative Quilting, Decorative Stitching, Lace Design, Machine Embroidery, Thread Painting |
| Finish | Sheen |
| Machine Compatibility | Embroidery, Quilting |
| Material | Rayon |
| Product Type | Spools |
| Weights | Medium 40wt-50wt |
| Color | Purple |
When should I choose rayon thread for my project?
Choose rayon for projects needing luxurious sheen and softness, like decorative stitching, but avoid for high-stress items (ex. bags), where polyester’s strength is better.
What makes Splendorâ„¢ stand out for machine embroidery and quilting?
Splendorâ„¢ offers a soft, silky finish with elegant sheen and drapability, enhancing the look of embroidered designs, quilts, and thread-painted art while remaining colorfast through frequent washes.

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