Is Polyester Thread Bad for Quilts? The Honest Answer
Ask a room full of quilters whether polyester thread belongs in a quilt, and you’ll start a friendly argument. Some won’t touch anything but cotton. Others reach for polyester every...
Premium Quilting Thread for Beautiful Stitches Every Time
Strong, vibrant, low-lint thread for longarm, machine quilting, and piecing- crafted by Madeira since 1919.
A Century of Thread Excellence
Madeira is a worldwire leader in quality threads with over a 100 years of happy customers.
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Thread For All Your Quilting & Patchwork Projects
Aerofil Polyester Thread
Durable, low-lint Aerofil polyester thread for smooth stitching, strong seams, and consistent performance for a wide range of sewing projects.
AeroQuilt Longarm Thread
High-performance AeroQuilt thread for longarm use, delivering smooth tension control, fewer breaks, and consistent stitching.
Cotona - Cotton Thread
Soft and natural Cotona cotton thread ideal for quilting and piecing, offering a timeless look with smooth and reliable stitching.
Madeira Metallic Threads
Eye-catching metallic thread is designed to add shimmer and depth, providing smooth stitching, reduced breakage, and lasting brilliance.
What People Are Saying About Madeira Threads
"I used Madeira for embroidery and when I got my longarm decided to try AeroQuilt because I was constantly struggling with thread issues when using the brand recommended by the manufacturer. Quilts like a dream! It's the only brand my machine likes, so now it's all I use."
"Madeira is the best longarm thread I've ever used! It wound onto my M bobbin effortlessly, and adjusting the tension was surprisingly quick. It sews beautifully and looks fantastic on my quilt. I've already ordered more and won't use anything else. Thank you for an amazing product!"
"Thank you for offering the best thread and products on the market! I'm very particular about what I use for quilting, sewing, and embroidery — and I always teach new sewers to choose quality. I truly appreciate your excellent products!"
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Hand-Stitching Basics: The Quilter’s Knot Stitching by Hand
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Two Beginner Piecing Wins: Perfect Half Square Triangles(HSTs) & Easy Curves
Some quilting techniques look intimidating until you learn the one little trick — and then you can’t believe you ever worried. These are two worth keeping, because the payoff is...
Variegated Thread: What It Is, When to Use It, and How It Can Transform Your Quilting
Quilters are always looking for ways to add interest, texture, and personality to their work — and one of the easiest is also one of the most underused: variegated thread....
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