Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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There are many different threads and fibres that you can use for hand stitching, but (in my opinion) these are the three best ones to use.

They are easy to find, easy to work with and not too expensive.

They come in different weights so you can get the effects you want.

See close up images:
epidastudio.com/3-best-hand-embroidery-threads

More about embroidery thread:
Using embroidery floss - youtu.be/oYJnkFORuL8
How to separate strands of floss - youtu.be/3E1_F0wrKjo
Difference between floss and perle cotton - youtu.be/50eoGuwayB4
How to store embroidery floss - youtu.be/HXBJxeei7C8
Easy trick for threading a needle - youtu.be/A2B7rcW1omY
How can I stop my thread from twisting? - youtu.be/f-OpeIFZuXs


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