Best embroidery floss according to redditors
We found 28 Reddit comments discussing the best embroidery floss. We ranked the 19 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 28 Reddit comments discussing the best embroidery floss. We ranked the 19 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Link to Amazon
Amazon, baby! It is very sturdy too!
Embroidery Floss 140 Skeins Per Pack with 100% Cotton for Cross Stitch Threads, Friendship Bracelets Floss, Craft Floss https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B07TF4W6FW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xwWBDbTQ2JN7C
This is the link to the ad that I bought from. Just in case y'all are curious.
That’s how DMC organizes them in the physical color card.
I posted this in another sub about a month ago for someone wanting to learn:
It's a very inexpensive hobby. Here are the things I put on my Amazon list, just for reference if you or anyone else needed it:
Set of 4 different sized wooden hoops- $11.99 Plastic ones may be easier for some people, I prefer wooden because they're more my style for framing.
Aida 14ct Cloth 12x18- $3.55 14ct Aida is easiest to work with for beginners. The size of this is good for practicing on, get a couple so you can use the other for your first project. You can also purchase large rolls of it when you start becoming obsessed with it. They also come in lots of different colors and easy to dye yourself.
Set of 150 different colored skeins of DMC floss- $15.98 This is a great amount to start off with. It'll last you a long time, and if you ever need more or want new colors, they are very inexpensive from any craft store and Walmart. Usually around $0.25-$0.50. FYI floss splits apart into 6 tiny strings. Start off using only 2-3 strands
Do all 6 and you're gonna have a bad time.
Needles!- $3.49 Can't stitch without needles!
Bobbins and a thread organizer- $6.49 You will need this. I waited too long to get one and ended up have to wind up hundreds of tangled skeins and it took HOURS. Do it before you start practicing. Also write the thread color number on the top of each bobbin with permanent marker. When you use patterns they will be based off the color numbers.
Julie Jackson's subversive cross stitch book- $12.99 If you like those snarky offensive cross stitchings, this is the best book for it. It's also an amazing beginners guide into cross stitching. It has brief instructions on how to start and very simple but adorably offensive patterns. You can also get other books or use YouTube to find instructions on how to get started. I'd also like to suggest going to etsy for patterns. They're pretty cheap and there's endless options.
So about $55 to get started plus shipping, but it'll last you a long time and could be used on many different projects and you won't spend nearly as much when you do need something else.
I started making friendship bracelets and I would watch documentaries/listening to music. I have to do relaxing activities that require some attention and focus - its hard to just go from 100 to 0 for me. Plus side, you have things that you can give to your friends and you can feel accomplished when you complete it.
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https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Rainbow-Color-Embroidery-Floss/dp/B016HUI756/ref=sr_1_4?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1538110547&sr=1-4&keywords=embroidery+thread
I store my bobbins in a bobbin case like this one
bobbin box. I find it super helpful as I can really see what floss I have
Here is a link to amazon with thread and needles you would need with the felt ornaments. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016HUI756/ref=gbps_img_s-3_0ee9_58fc97de?pf_rd_p=30c09623-33cf-4469-be4c-3e8293ae0ee9&pf_rd_s=slot-3&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=gb_main&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=GGQ2125H7Y1ZPAAB4JRM
It's listed on the deals list so it might get even lower in price tomorrow or so. As for the machine I'm not sure. I bought it at Walmart. I guess I should find out something soon. I'm going to call and see.
I have a double sided floss storage box that I organize and keep my floss in. I have another floss storage box that I use to separate the floss that I'm using for a project. If I have a small project I place my floss in separate compartments in the box to keep my colors separated. If I have a large project I use one of these.
Sounds about right. Check Amazon. UK one had 100 skeins for, was it 7€ with postage.
I just got home and the packet had arrived. :D
Edit: link.
The closest I can find are these 3:
https://www.amazon.com/Neomark-Spools-Different-Colors-Embroidery/dp/B015XHY9FG/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=glow-in-the-dark+embroidery+thread&qid=1567359055&s=gateway&sprefix=glow-in-the-dark+embroidery+&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.com/DMC-Bulk-Buy-Embroidery-317W-E940/dp/B0033PAPUE/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=glow-in-the-dark%2Bembroidery%2Bfloss&qid=1567359027&s=gateway&sprefix=glow-in-the-dark%2Bembroidery%2B&sr=8-2&th=1&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/4M-Glow-Friendship-Bracelet-Multi-Colour/dp/B01C8AOGOK/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=glow-in-the-dark+friendship+bracelet&qid=1567359003&s=gateway&sr=8-1
I use a simple box, will need to get more though!
Embroidery Floss Cross Stitch Threads - Peirich 100 Colors Friendship Bracelets Floss with Organizer Storage Box Embroidery Thread Bracelet String Embroidery Kit 43 Pcs Cross Stitch Tools https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07CM7G69G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_rOHkDbFMAAYDH
I bought the case here, I bought thread here, I bought needles here, and I traced this picture onto graph paper using my monitor as a light table.
Then I stitched it myself!
FYI: I sent you lots of amazon links as I am not sure where you live or if you have access to craft stores such as Hobby Lobby or Joann Fabrics. I know for certain that I have seen most of these items cheaper at the store than what I could find online.
I hope that all of this helps. Good luck on the shopping. I know that whatever you end up getting her she will love.
Not from those suppliers, but they're dyeing mulberry silk, and you can get sets of 50 or 100 skeins of mulberry silk floss from amazon.
You should consider using these instead, then.
Oh no I hope you get some rest soon! Sorry I should've paid better attention I've been up since 3 myself I've got wedding jitters :-p
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002WE3VJO/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=30T4C8MUVXJ5D&coliid=IHWYLT0KZ9HRD
Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FXCY4K7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_qzpUDbRSC2TR2
(Sorry if wrong tag, btw)
DMC Embroidery Floss Assortment 100 Colors. Genuine Made in France https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N9S9B0P/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_tk2ACbVKMJXZ4
This is the item but go to the "New (8) From $45.00 + $4.99 shipling" link and the seller is "mytad". They also answered some of the questions posted to the item.
Once you order from them, sent him a message through Amazon listing the colors you want. He has a good explanation in the Q & A section on how to do special requests.
Thanks!! I got the floss off of amazon, they don’t have name from what I can tell. These are the ones I did the majority of the piece with:
Embroidery Floss Total 1920m 240 Strings 100% long-staple Cotton DIY Cross-stitch Thread friendship bracelet DMC colors craft floss https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M3Q99NR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Jwz2BbZB5NVRS
this is what I bought a month ago, pretty happy with it!! Some strands are SUPER easy, and some aren’t. I’m not sure if it’s my technique or just a lucky strand.
Not sure how much you're willing to spend, but here's a few ideas based on you saying that you doubt she would want a kit.
Thread
I would get a bundle so she at least has different colors to get started right away:
25 colors - $8
or
100 colors = $25
Cloth (Aida)
These are sold in different colors, and various count (holes per inch). For a beginner, I'd probably go with a 14 count in a beige or white (easy to see the holes). Just linking an example here, feel free to buy whatever.
12 x 14 inches cloth 14 count - $3
Go nuts if you want, pick a few colors, whatever fits your budget.
Needles
I use what I have on hand, something like this.
Varierty Pack - $4
Kit
So I know you said no kit, but she needs to learn somehow. Is she handy with youtube? Google search to teach herself? Maybe you should get a beginner kit too.
Kit - $6
Hoop
Simple hoop set of 4 - $8
or
Q-snap - $11
Pattern
You might want to consider getting her a pattern. You know her well? What is she into? There's some free patterns out there, or paid ones. I would get a free or buy one and print it for her so it's all ready with your gift.
Just one example, pick something that suits her, but not too many colors and too complicated to start with
Example - $3
Learning Book
No real advice to offer, but would she read a book if you bought something, or will she go on the internet to learn?
Book sample - $7
Keep in mind that I linked random things for examples, but if you're into it, use these as basis for your own research. You know her best, and what your budget is. I think this is a super sweet gift, best of luck.
Have you checked out pintrest? They have a lot of great ideas on there. I like those string art projects they look pretty nice and seem easy enough to do while personalizing everything. With the string/yarn you could also make your own dream catchers, plant holders, etc and string is relatively cheap if you buy it with coupons and look for deals.
This pack on amazon comes with 105 skeins of string for $13. Wood + the little pins can be bought for cheap at the craft store and I've seen some supplies that would suit it at the dollar store as well.
I like coloring in adult coloring books, it helps calm me down when I feel like I am starting to get stressed out.
This is where I found it:
DMC Light Effects Embroidery Floss 8.7yd Glow-In-The-Dark
This maybe? I hope you have prime, you can get it for chump change!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016HUI756/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ZXqazbSNCY3NB
I got this one off Amazon and it's honestly pretty close to dmc! I stitched my last small project with it, and it worked great