{"product_id":"coats-clark-quilting-thread-3000-yd-king-spool-black-100-mercerized-egyptian-cotton-30wt","title":"Coats \u0026 Clark quilting thread 2743 m King Spool — Black, 100% Mercerised Egyptian Cotton, 30wt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoats \u0026amp; Clark Professional Quilting Thread is a 3000-yard, 100% mercerised Egyptian cotton machine thread in black, designed for long runs of piecing and quilting with superior strength and sheen.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis high-volume king spool gives quilters and sewists a durable, lustrous thread that performs reliably on both conventional sewing machines and long-arm quilting systems. Mercerization increases the thread’s sheen and tensile strength, while the extra-long staple Egyptian cotton provides a smooth finish and consistent stitch formation. A single 3000-yard spool equals roughly 8.5 standard spools, reducing interruptions for thread changes during large projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this thread perform on a home sewing machine and a long-arm quilter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCoats \u0026amp; Clark Professional Quilting Thread is formulated for stable, low-lint performance on a variety of machines. It feeds smoothly, resists breakage under moderate to high tension, and maintains consistent stitch definition for both piecing and quilting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThread weight 30 gives balanced strength and visibility in stitches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercerised finish reduces fuzz and improves glide through tension discs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3000-yard spool minimizes stops for thread changes on long projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat sewing tasks is this 100% mercerised cotton thread best suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis thread excels at traditional quilting tasks—piecing blocks, machine quilting, and topstitching—where cotton’s natural feel and matte-lustrous finish are desired. It is also appropriate for garment seams when a natural fibre look is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMachine piecing and seaming for quilt construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLong-arm and sit-down machine quilting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVisible decorative stitching or binding where cotton’s texture is wanted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the colour and strength hold up after washing and regular use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMercerised Egyptian cotton improves colour retention and fibre strength compared with untreated cotton threads. Regular laundering and gentle care will keep stitches intact and colour stable for typical quilt care cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMercerization enhances colorfastness and reduces shrinkage risk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtra-long staple fibres create fewer weak points along the yarn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRecommended needle size 11 for reliable stitch formation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much thread do I get and how does that save time during quilting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3000-yard king spool contains approximately 8.5 times the thread of a conventional small spool, significantly cutting the number of spool changes on large quilts. This higher volume is ideal for marathon quilting sessions or projects with extensive stitching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3000 yards equals long continuous stitching capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduces machine stops and spool swaps during long projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact king spool design fits most spool holders and thread stands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: This Coats \u0026amp; Clark Professional Quilting Thread is intended for quilters, sewists, and textile artists who prefer natural-fibre thread with a polished finish, need long runs between spool changes, and want dependable performance on both domestic sewing machines and long-arm quilting systems. It's a practical choice for hobbyists, small-batch makers, and professional quilters who value consistent stitch quality and colourfast results.\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 compatible with long-arm quilting machines?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The 3000-yard king spool and smooth mercerised finish work well on most long-arm and domestic quilting machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What needle size is recommended for this thread?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Use a machine needle size 11 for reliable stitch formation with this 30-weight mercerised cotton thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Coats \u0026 Clark","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55255261348177,"sku":"B0BRLDGLRV","price":36.92,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/coats-clark-thread-king-spool-front.jpg?v=1791701776","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/coats-clark-quilting-thread-3000-yd-king-spool-black-100-mercerized-egyptian-cotton-30wt","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}