{"product_id":"coats-clark-all-purpose-sewing-thread-black-3000-yd-king-spool-medium-weight-100-corespun-polyester","title":"Coats \u0026 Clark All Purpose Sewing Thread — Black 2743 m King Spool, Medium-Weight 100% Corespun Polyester","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eCoats \u0026amp; Clark Professional All Purpose Thread in black is a medium-weight, 100% corespun polyester sewing thread supplied on a 3000-yard king spool for long-lasting hand and machine sewing.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis high-volume spool gives you six times the yardage of a typical retail spool so you spend more time sewing and less time replacing spools. The thread’s corespun polyester construction balances strength, a smooth finish, and reliable stitching across woven and knit fabrics, natural or synthetic. It’s designed to run cleanly through home and professional sewing machines and to handle hand-stitching demands like basting, repairs, and finish work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow will this thread perform on my sewing machine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Coats \u0026amp; Clark Professional All Purpose Thread is engineered for consistent machine feed and low lint build-up. It is medium weight (weight 35) which pairs well with common domestic machines and many commercial models when using the recommended needle sizes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMachine needle sizes: compatible with size 11 or 14 needles for optimal stitch formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-lint corespun polyester reduces tension problems and keeps bobbins cleaner longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmooth finish helps prevent skipped stitches and breakage during long sewing sessions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this thread for both knits and woven fabrics?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — this all-purpose thread is formulated to sew a wide range of fabric types, from lightweight knits to heavier woven materials. Its balanced tensile strength and slight elasticity make it forgiving on stretch fabrics while still providing durable seams on woven textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for natural fibres like cotton and linen, plus synthetic fabrics such as polyester and blends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks for garment construction, alterations, home decor sewing, and general repairs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood for topstitching, seams, bartacks, and hemming when matched with appropriate needles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the 3000-yard king spool over standard spools?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3000-yard king spool is a high-volume option that reduces interruptions and lowers the cost-per-yard for frequent sewers. It’s particularly useful for projects that require long continuous runs of thread like quilting, bulk production, or mending many garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides six times the yardage of most conventional retail spools, minimizing spool changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEconomical for hobbyists, professionals, and sewing studios that use thread heavily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConvenient for projects requiring consistent colour and lot continuity across many yards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat needles and stitch types work best with this thread?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse medium domestic needle sizes for best results; adjust needle size and tension as you change fabric weights. This thread supports a variety of stitch styles from straight seams to zigzag when paired with the correct needle and machine settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended needle sizes: hand needles 7 or 8; machine needles 11 or 14.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks well for straight, reinforced, zigzag, and decorative machine stitches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest on a scrap first to dial in tension and stitch length for the fabric you’re using.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Coats \u0026amp; Clark Professional All Purpose Thread on a 3000-yard spool is ideal for frequent sewers, sewing professionals, home studios, quilters, costume makers, and anyone who prefers fewer spool changes during long projects. If you want a dependable, versatile black thread that performs across fabric types and reduces downtime, this king spool offers both economy and consistent stitching quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this thread suitable for quilting?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The medium-weight, corespun polyester works well for quilting; test tension and needle size first for your quilt layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many yards does the king spool contain?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The spool contains 3000 yards — about six times the yardage of a typical retail spool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Coats \u0026 Clark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55254652485969,"sku":"B0BRLFGPJ8","price":34.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/coats-clark-king-spool-front_1f35cc8c-dd3d-40bb-bbad-e15acb2feac7.jpg?v=1791683137","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/coats-clark-all-purpose-sewing-thread-black-3000-yd-king-spool-medium-weight-100-corespun-polyester","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}