Specially curated fine Madeira metallic threads for hand embroiderers. Modern high quality metallic embroidery threads avoid the problem of tarnishing in goldwork embroideries. Madeira have a fantastic range of metallic threads which can bring goldwork into the 21st century and the Heavy Metals range is marketed as the The most hard wearing metallic thread in the world. Designed for machine embroidery, these threads lend themselves perfectly to hand embroidery and have a lustrous satin finish once sewn. Although fine, they are very strong and make excellent working threads for Tambour Beading embroidery. Our pack of fine Metallic threads are perfect for the Groovi Pergamano parchment embroidery designs featured on Hochanda. Madeira Heavy metal threads are even washable at high temperature and are resistant to bleach and chlorine. They are suitable for fabrics intended for heavy use and frequent washing However, the hand embroiderer is unlikely to need 200m reels and we all want every colour in our stash, so the Maire Curtis studio have created a handy pack of 8 x 20m Madeira Heavy Metal metallics. Thread Thickness; 40 - Similar to that of sewing thread. Pack size: 8 x 20m each (approx). 1 each: Black Pearl (pewter), Aluminium, Silver, Gold 34, Gold 37, Gold 33, Rose Gold and Copper. To get the best from metallic threads when hand embroidering, use a shorter length and high quality needle.